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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, China from RM 507

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — SHA
8 Sep — 15 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
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 9 August 2026.

Thu 3/918:40 -
Nonstop5h 40m
Mon 7/901:35 -
Nonstop5h 40m
Deal found 6/8RM 903
Sat 5/918:00 -
1 stop15h 20m
Sat 12/908:50 -
1 stop8h 10m
Deal found 5/8RM 903
Tue 1/918:40 -
Nonstop5h 40m
Tue 8/911:45 -
Nonstop5h 40m
Deal found 4/8RM 907
Sat 5/918:00 -
1 stop15h 20m
Fri 11/915:40 -
1 stop8h 50m
Deal found 6/8RM 907
Thu 3/914:45 -
1 stop9h 35m
Tue 8/913:30 -
1 stop11h 00m
Deal found 6/8RM 912
Mon 7/914:45 -
1 stop9h 35m
Fri 11/906:55 -
1 stop14h 55m
Deal found 4/8RM 916
Sun 27/914:00 -
1 stop8h 20m
Tue 6/1016:50 -
1 stop8h 20m
Deal found 4/8RM 916
Thu 10/919:25 -
1 stop17h 15m
Tue 15/902:20 -
Nonstop5h 40m
Deal found 4/8RM 920
Thu 10/916:55 -
1 stop20h 00m
Tue 15/906:55 -
1 stop8h 45m
Deal found 5/8RM 924
Thu 10/918:40 -
Nonstop5h 40m
Tue 15/901:35 -
Nonstop5h 40m
Deal found 4/8RM 928
Fri 4/919:45 -
1 stop14h 35m
Mon 7/901:35 -
Nonstop5h 40m
Deal found 7/8RM 932
Sat 5/919:45 -
1 stop18h 40m
Sat 12/915:35 -
1 stop10h 30m
Deal found 8/8RM 932

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 9 August 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 903

One-way from

RM 507

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

RM 1,435
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 3/9-7/9
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 20m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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Batik Air
  • Batik Air
  • 1/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 20m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (RM 510 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 67 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 9 August 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 11/9

03:05-13:50

1 stop10h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 15/9

07:30-18:45

1 stop11h 15m

RM 936

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 8/9

18:00-10:20

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 15/9

21:45-13:25

1 stop15h 40m

RM 940
Fastest return journey

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 1/10

20:00-01:20

Nonstop5h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/10

02:20-08:00

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 952

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 12/9

12:50-21:50

1 stop9h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 15/9

09:05-18:45

1 stop9h 40m

RM 961

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 26/8

07:25-10:30

1 stop27h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/9

11:30-02:00

2 stops14h 30m

RM 1,337

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 12/9

07:25-20:30

1 stop13h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 15/9

11:30-14:40

2 stops27h 10m

RM 1,378

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 19/8

03:00-14:55

2 stops11h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 25/8

16:15-03:05

2 stops10h 50m

RM 1,504

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 7/11

04:05-21:35

2 stops17h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/11

23:05-23:40

1 stop24h 35m

RM 1,582

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 30/8

07:25-08:25

1 stop25h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 4/9

11:30-02:00

2 stops14h 30m

RM 1,606

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 21/1

15:45-10:55

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 26/1

09:25-03:05

2 stops17h 40m

RM 1,815

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Best time to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Kuala Lumpur with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 1,087). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in August 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?

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 9 August 2026.

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 1,190 and RM 1,745 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was RM 903 on China Southern (17 Sept–22 Sept).

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 156 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 12% 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

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 9 August 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.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

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

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

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

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

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

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

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

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 5h 20m. Shenzhen Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 952. 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 529. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are VietJet Air, from RM 565, and Spring Airlines, from RM 576. These flights start at 58% 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 347 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 371 and RM 409, 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 1,087). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in August 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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China SouthernCheapestRM 529AverageRM 1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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VietJet AirCheapestRM 565AverageRM 1,348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Spring AirlinesCheapestRM 577AverageRM 1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time45%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 608AverageRM 1,427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsia XCheapestRM 640AverageRM 1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestRM 648AverageRM 1,416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapestRM 752AverageRM 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapestRM 754AverageRM 1,481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapestRM 757AverageRM 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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