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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, China from RM 439

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 18/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — SHA
18 juin — 25 juin1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai are usually found in November or May, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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 13 juin 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 849

One-way from

RM 439

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

RM 1,089
Philippine Airlines
  • Philippine Airlines
  • 31/7-6/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 40m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 18/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 35m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (RM 171 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 57 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 13 juin 2025.

jeu. 31/716:15KUL - PVG
1 stop22h 15mPhilippine Airlines
mer. 6/816:00PVG - KUL
1 stop23h 25mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 10/6RM 849
jeu. 25/919:25KUL - PVG
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
mer. 15/1006:00PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6RM 853
ven. 11/714:40KUL - SHA
1 stop18h 10mXiamenAir
ven. 18/712:10SHA - KUL
1 stop11h 40mXiamenAir
Deal found 12/6RM 878
mar. 19/823:10KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 35mAirAsia X
lun. 25/801:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 40mAirAsia X
Deal found 12/6RM 895
jeu. 26/621:05KUL - PVG
1 stop18h 15mHainan Airlines
mer. 3/920:15PVG - KUL
1 stop23h 40mHainan Airlines
Deal found 13/6RM 908
dim. 31/820:30KUL - PVG
1 stop13h 50mShenzhen Airlines
jeu. 4/911:25PVG - KUL
1 stop15h 55mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 11/6RM 912
mar. 2/916:40KUL - SHA
1 stop20h 25mAir Macau
lun. 8/914:05SHA - KUL
1 stop25h 25mAir Macau
Deal found 11/6RM 916
jeu. 3/720:30KUL - SHA
1 stop14h 05mShenzhen Airlines
lun. 7/709:05SHA - KUL
1 stop18h 15mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 12/6RM 925
dim. 27/721:05KUL - SHA
1 stop25h 50mHainan Airlines
dim. 3/808:30SHA - KUL
1 stop11h 25mHainan Airlines
Deal found 11/6RM 929
mar. 9/916:40KUL - SHA
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
mar. 16/920:50SHA - KUL
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6RM 942
mer. 25/603:10KUL - PVG
1 stop16h 45mChina Southern
lun. 30/621:55PVG - KUL
1 stop14h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 12/6RM 1,034
dim. 21/912:30KUL - PVG
1 stop12h 45mVietJet Air
mer. 24/902:00PVG - KUL
1 stop10h 35mVietJet Air
Deal found 12/6RM 1,077

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Price

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

jeu. 31/7

16:15-14:30

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mer. 6/8

16:00-15:25

1 stop23h 25m

RM 849

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

jeu. 25/9

19:25-12:40

1 stop17h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mer. 15/10

06:00-11:40

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 853

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

ven. 11/7

14:40-08:50

1 stop18h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ven. 18/7

12:10-23:50

1 stop11h 40m

RM 878

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mar. 19/8

23:10-04:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 25/8

01:35-07:15

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 895

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

jeu. 26/6

21:05-15:20

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mer. 3/9

20:15-19:55

1 stop23h 40m

RM 908

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

dim. 31/8

20:30-10:20

1 stop13h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jeu. 4/9

11:25-03:20

1 stop15h 55m

RM 912

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mar. 2/9

16:40-13:05

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 8/9

14:05-15:30

1 stop25h 25m

RM 916

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

jeu. 3/7

20:30-10:35

1 stop14h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 7/7

09:05-03:20

1 stop18h 15m

RM 925

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

dim. 27/7

21:05-22:55

1 stop25h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dim. 3/8

08:30-19:55

1 stop11h 25m

RM 929

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mar. 9/9

16:40-21:40

1 stop29h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 16/9

20:50-03:20

1 stop30h 30m

RM 942

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai is 50 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai (average of RM 253). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 305). 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 13 juin 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 23% 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 8 June 2025.

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

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 13 juin 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about EVA Air, Hainan Airlines and Cathay Pacific. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Hainan Airlines
8.1
Very Good
39 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Vietnam Airlines
7.5
Good
194 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very Good
1,204 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

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.

  • 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 849. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are XiamenAir, from RM 878, and AirAsia X, from RM 895. These flights start at 27% 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 439 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from AirAsia X. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Vietnam Airlines and VietJet Air, with prices starting from RM 448 and RM 473, 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. Guangzhou 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. Shenzhen 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai (average of RM 253). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 305). 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

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 407,431 searches. Data last updated 13 juin 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippine AirlinesCheapestRM 682AverageRM 789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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AirAsia XCheapestRM 711AverageRM 891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 726AverageRM 1,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapestRM 776AverageRM 820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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ScootCheapestRM 794AverageRM 1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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VietJet AirCheapestRM 795AverageRM 895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapestRM 806AverageRM 1,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 838AverageRM 1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Loong AirCheapestRM 869AverageRM 1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 923AverageRM 1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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