Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, China
KUL — SHA
2 Nov — 9 Nov1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai are usually found in January or September, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Friday
Find 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 3 October 2026.
Popular in
December
Cheapest in
January
Average price
RM 1,213
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (RM 69 potential increase over avg. return price).
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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 29 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.
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 1,090). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,453). 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 3 October 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, 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 3 October 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at midday 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 25% of weekly flights between Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 155 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.
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 3 October 2026.
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.
Airport was boring for a 5hrs transit with nothing to do minimal local gifts shops only aside to the lounge
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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 537. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are VietJet Air, from RM 570, and Batik Air, from RM 607. 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 295 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 Batik Air and VietJet Air, with prices starting from RM 309 and RM 371, 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 1,090). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,453). 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.
Top 10 airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 3 October 2026.
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