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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, China from RM 493

KUL — SHA
21 Sep — 28 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai are usually found in January or April, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Thu 3/904:05 -
1 stop15h 10m
Tue 8/911:45 -
Nonstop5h 40m
Deal found 19/8RM 884
Wed 30/902:20 -
1 stop9h 00m
Wed 7/1015:50 -
1 stop8h 25m
Deal found 20/8RM 884
Thu 3/904:05 -
1 stop15h 10m
Thu 10/911:50 -
Nonstop5h 35m
Deal found 19/8RM 888
Wed 9/918:25 -
Nonstop5h 30m
Mon 14/902:20 -
Nonstop5h 40m
Deal found 19/8RM 892
Sat 26/914:45 -
1 stop9h 35m
Mon 5/1006:55 -
1 stop8h 45m
Deal found 19/8RM 905
Tue 8/918:00 -
1 stop19h 00m
Sun 13/918:20 -
1 stop19h 05m
Deal found 21/8RM 909
Sat 19/914:45 -
1 stop9h 35m
Mon 21/906:55 -
1 stop8h 45m
Deal found 21/8RM 913
Tue 1/918:25 -
Nonstop5h 30m
Tue 8/911:45 -
Nonstop5h 40m
Deal found 18/8RM 917
Wed 30/901:20 -
1 stop12h 00m
Mon 5/1012:50 -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 20/8RM 917
Fri 25/902:20 -
1 stop12h 00m
Sun 4/1015:50 -
1 stop8h 25m
Deal found 20/8RM 921
Thu 3/914:00 -
1 stop10h 20m
Thu 10/922:05 -
1 stop14h 40m
Deal found 17/8RM 925
Thu 1/1001:20 -
1 stop12h 00m
Fri 9/1015:40 -
1 stop8h 50m
Deal found 18/8RM 925

Find flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Round-trip from

RM 884

One-way from

RM 493

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

RM 1,361
Spring Airlines
  • Spring Airlines
  • 3/9-8/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 50m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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Shenzhen Airlines
  • Shenzhen Airlines
  • 12/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 35m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 54 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 30/9

03:05-14:25

1 stop11h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/10

11:45-02:05

1 stop14h 20m

RM 1,034

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 3/11

17:15-13:20

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/11

20:50-12:20

1 stop15h 30m

RM 1,147

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 2/11

03:05-15:05

1 stop12h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 15/11

16:10-02:05

1 stop9h 55m

RM 1,151

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 4/11

03:30-19:05

1 stop15h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/11

20:10-02:30

1 stop30h 20m

RM 1,345

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 4/11

02:20-00:40

1 stop22h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 13/11

01:40-10:45

1 stop9h 05m

RM 1,474
Fastest return journey

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/9

00:25-06:00

Nonstop5h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 21/9

17:45-23:25

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 1,518

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/12

14:40-13:40

1 stop23h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 20/12

21:45-12:50

1 stop15h 05m

RM 1,716

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 20/1

03:30-19:05

1 stop15h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 26/1

20:10-02:30

1 stop30h 20m

RM 1,765

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 7/12

15:10-06:30

1 stop15h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/12

02:15-12:35

1 stop10h 20m

RM 1,789

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 19/10

03:05-15:20

1 stop12h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 31/10

12:45-02:05

1 stop13h 20m

RM 1,910

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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 1,074). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,365). 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?

It’s typically best to fly out from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai flights typically cost between RM 1,117 and RM 1,755 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was RM 884 on Multiple Airlines (3 Sept–8 Sept).

How often are flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai delayed?

About 24% of weekly flights between Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 157 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 Monday 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, Juneyao Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

The best time to book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai is 42 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

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Eastern,Malaysia Airlines, andAirAsia X 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.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
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Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

LGW - PVG

Not much selection for westerners with regards to videos. But the upgrade was amazing. So gave 5 stars. Thank you.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

LGW - PVG

Not much selection for westerners with regards to videos. But the upgrade was amazing. So gave 5 stars. Thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
315 reviews
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

LGW - PVG

Not much selection for westerners with regards to videos. But the upgrade was amazing. So gave 5 stars. Thank you.
AirAsia X
6.4
Okay
48 reviews
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

LGW - PVG

Not much selection for westerners with regards to videos. But the upgrade was amazing. So gave 5 stars. Thank you.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai can take about 11h 20m. Shenzhen Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 1,034. There are 3772 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 531. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are VietJet Air, from RM 559, and Spring Airlines, from RM 578. These flights start at 57% 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 334 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spring Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on VietJet Air and AirAsia X, with prices starting from RM 367 and RM 397, 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 Shenzhen. Manila 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 Guangzhou.

  • 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 1,074). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,365). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapestRM 531AverageRM 1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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VietJet AirCheapestRM 559AverageRM 1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Spring AirlinesCheapestRM 573AverageRM 1,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time45%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 600AverageRM 1,407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsia XCheapestRM 626AverageRM 1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestRM 641AverageRM 1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapestRM 736AverageRM 844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapestRM 744AverageRM 832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapestRM 745AverageRM 1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapestRM 767AverageRM 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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