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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, China from RM 521

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 28/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — SHA
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai are usually found in May or November, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kuala Lumpur (MY1) 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 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 971

One-way from

RM 521

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

RM 1,087
Vietnam Airlines
  • Vietnam Airlines
  • 22/1-29/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 50m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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Spring Airlines
  • Spring Airlines
  • 28/12
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 20m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (RM 398 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 86 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Tue 9/1212:30KUL - PVG
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/1201:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11RM 975
Mon 1/1220:00KUL - PVG
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1201:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11RM 1,000
Tue 9/1221:15KUL - PVG
1 stop13h 15mHainan Airlines
Mon 15/1211:35PVG - KUL
1 stop8h 35mHainan Airlines
Deal found 24/11RM 1,004
Tue 2/1221:15KUL - PVG
1 stop13h 15mHainan Airlines
Thu 11/1211:35PVG - KUL
1 stop8h 35mHainan Airlines
Deal found 26/11RM 1,008
Wed 3/1207:00KUL - PVG
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1201:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11RM 1,012
Tue 2/1221:15KUL - PVG
1 stop13h 15mHainan Airlines
Mon 8/1211:35PVG - KUL
1 stop8h 35mHainan Airlines
Deal found 26/11RM 1,025
Tue 9/1212:30KUL - PVG
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1212:10PVG - KUL
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11RM 1,029
Wed 3/1217:55KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 20mSpring Airlines
Fri 5/1211:00PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mSpring Airlines
Deal found 26/11RM 1,037
Tue 2/1220:30KUL - PVG
1 stop14h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Fri 5/1222:05PVG - KUL
1 stop14h 20mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 26/11RM 1,041
Mon 1/1204:20KUL - PVG
1 stop12h 50mShenzhen Airlines
Thu 11/1216:10PVG - KUL
1 stop11h 10mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 26/11RM 1,045
Tue 2/1221:15KUL - SHA
1 stop25h 40mHainan Airlines
Thu 11/1209:00SHA - KUL
1 stop11h 10mHainan Airlines
Deal found 26/11RM 1,045
Wed 3/1217:55KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1201:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11RM 1,066

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Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 9/1

18:20-11:25

1 stop17h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 16/1

06:55-15:40

1 stop8h 45m

RM 1,025

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 9/1

18:20-09:15

1 stop14h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 16/1

22:25-14:40

1 stop16h 15m

RM 1,025

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 9/1

18:20-09:15

1 stop14h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 18/1

14:50-00:15

1 stop9h 25m

RM 1,025

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 6/1

01:30-11:20

1 stop9h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 16/1

15:50-00:15

1 stop8h 25m

RM 1,025

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 8/1

04:20-17:10

1 stop12h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 18/1

16:10-03:20

1 stop11h 10m

RM 1,049

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 7/1

17:45-09:55

1 stop16h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 16/1

20:10-12:50

1 stop16h 40m

RM 1,054

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 7/1

16:40-15:45

1 stop23h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 16/1

20:45-15:40

1 stop18h 55m

RM 1,070

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 9/3

23:15-04:45

Nonstop5h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/3

01:35-07:30

Nonstop5h 55m

RM 1,078

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 8/1

04:20-17:10

1 stop12h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 15/1

01:35-07:30

Nonstop5h 55m

RM 1,091

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 12/3

23:15-04:45

Nonstop5h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 17/3

01:35-07:30

Nonstop5h 55m

RM 1,107

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Best time to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai (average of RM 665). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 777). 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 KUL to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur 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 27 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 25 November 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 153 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon 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 Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai flights?

Over the past year, AirAsia X have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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 27 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Philippine Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, andChina Eastern from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
938 reviews
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Comfort

7.1

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MNL - SEA

I like about how they serve meal and snack 😋 I like the food. Excellent for me.
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
938 reviews
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
938 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.1

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MNL - SEA

I like about how they serve meal and snack 😋 I like the food. Excellent for me.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
281 reviews
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
938 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.1

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MNL - SEA

I like about how they serve meal and snack 😋 I like the food. Excellent for me.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
938 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.1

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MNL - SEA

I like about how they serve meal and snack 😋 I like the food. Excellent for me.
AirAsia X
6.4
Okay
43 reviews
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
938 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.1

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

MNL - SEA

I like about how they serve meal and snack 😋 I like the food. Excellent for me.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

    A quick flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai can take about 12h 50m. China Southern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 1,049. There are 3795 km between Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai round-trip from RM 620. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from RM 694, and Spring Airlines, from RM 706. These flights start at 47% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai one-way?

    RM 545 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Vietnam Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on AirAsia X and Sichuan Airlines, with prices starting from RM 545 and RM 558, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

    Most of the time, Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai flights that have stopovers will stop in Manila. Shenzhen sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai flights?

    Of the flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Singapore. Guangzhou sees the next fewest stopovers on Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai (average of RM 665). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 777). 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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VietJet AirCheapestRM 620AverageRM 1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapestRM 694AverageRM 1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Spring AirlinesCheapestRM 706AverageRM 1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time45%
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AirAsia XCheapestRM 710AverageRM 967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapestRM 738AverageRM 849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapestRM 759AverageRM 811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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ScootCheapestRM 785AverageRM 1,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapestRM 821AverageRM 1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 845AverageRM 1,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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