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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai, China from RM 496

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — SHA
21 Jul — 28 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 June 2026.

Wed 21/1019:20
BKI
-
PVG
1 stop25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/1006:00
PVG
-
BKI
1 stop9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/6RM 1,141
Mon 19/1001:45
BKI
-
PVG
1 stop18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/1006:00
PVG
-
BKI
1 stop17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/6RM 1,146
Wed 9/902:20
BKI
-
PVG
Nonstop4h 40m
Spring Airlines
Thu 10/922:10
PVG
-
BKI
Nonstop4h 25m
Spring Airlines
Deal found 18/6RM 1,154
Tue 20/1022:30
BKI
-
PVG
Nonstop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/1001:35
PVG
-
BKI
1 stop10h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/6RM 1,170
Wed 21/1022:30
BKI
-
PVG
Nonstop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/1006:00
PVG
-
BKI
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6RM 1,179
Mon 9/1119:05
BKI
-
PVG
1 stop18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/1106:00
PVG
-
BKI
1 stop10h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/6RM 1,183
Mon 9/1119:05
BKI
-
SHA
1 stop24h 15m
China Southern
Wed 18/1108:50
SHA
-
BKI
1 stop9h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 20/6RM 1,245
Wed 9/901:45
BKI
-
PVG
1 stop11h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/922:10
PVG
-
BKI
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6RM 1,336
Mon 31/822:30
BKI
-
PVG
Nonstop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/922:05
PVG
-
BKI
Nonstop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6RM 1,361
Tue 10/1119:05
BKI
-
SHA
1 stop17h 10m
China Southern
Thu 19/1120:05
SHA
-
BKI
1 stop21h 55m
China Southern
Deal found 20/6RM 1,361
Mon 3/801:45
BKI
-
SHA
1 stop7h 35m
China Southern
Tue 11/820:00
SHA
-
BKI
1 stop28h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 20/6RM 1,390
Thu 6/803:35
BKI
-
PVG
Nonstop4h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/804:05
PVG
-
BKI
Nonstop4h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6RM 1,406

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 June 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 1,154

One-way from

RM 496

Popular in

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Cheapest in

October

Average price

RM 1,220
Spring Airlines
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  • 9/9-10/9
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 05m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai
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  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 15m total
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 3/8

01:45-09:20

1 stop7h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/8

20:00-00:30

1 stop28h 30m

RM 1,390

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 19/10

01:45-14:20

1 stop12h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 29/10

16:50-18:00

1 stop25h 10m

RM 1,567

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 2/8

01:45-15:25

1 stop13h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/8

10:50-00:30

1 stop13h 40m

RM 1,592

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 28/8

01:15-15:55

1 stop14h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/9

21:10-01:20

Nonstop4h 10m

RM 1,600

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 5/7

19:20-20:30

1 stop25h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/7

22:05-00:30

1 stop26h 25m

RM 1,600

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 5/7

19:20-18:25

1 stop23h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/7

21:45-00:30

1 stop26h 45m

RM 1,600

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 24/7

01:45-12:20

1 stop10h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/7

13:50-00:30

1 stop10h 40m

RM 1,650

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 8/7

19:20-09:20

1 stop14h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 13/7

15:50-00:30

1 stop8h 40m

RM 1,712

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/9

01:30-05:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 14/9

19:50-00:30

Nonstop4h 40m

RM 1,753

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 29/8

19:20-13:20

1 stop18h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/9

08:50-18:20

1 stop9h 30m

RM 1,836

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Best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai (average of RM 430). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,394). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BKI to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 June 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

How often are flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Kota Kinabalu and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 116 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai flights?

Over the past year, Shanghai Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

The best time to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai is 20 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated 21 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai, such as China Southern,China Eastern, andAirAsia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Eastern
7.3
Good
224 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
233 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI), located 5.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai. 4 airlines have flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai on a regular basis. Booking flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 outbound flights to Shanghai per day.

  • How long is the flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

    A quick flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai can take about 4h 25m. China Southern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 1,753. Kota Kinabalu and Shanghai are separated by a distance of 2865 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai round-trip?

    According to our current data, China Southern (RM 586), AirAsia (RM 811), and China Eastern (RM 1,028) offers the cheapest pricing from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai. China Southern is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai are AirAsia (RM 420), China Eastern (RM 632), and Shanghai Airlines (RM 633).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai (average of RM 430). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Shanghai in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,394). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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China SouthernCheapestRM 586AverageRM 1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 806AverageRM 1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,028AverageRM 1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Shanghai AirlinesCheapestRM 1,046AverageRM 1,426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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