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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, China from RM 502

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 27/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — SHA
18 Oct — 25 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai are usually found in November or May, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday 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 18 September 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 946

One-way from

RM 502

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

RM 1,340
Vietnam Airlines
  • Vietnam Airlines
  • 8/12-15/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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Shanghai Airlines
  • Shanghai Airlines
  • 29/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 55m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (RM 413 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 85 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 18 September 2025.

Mon 8/1220:10KUL - PVG
1 stop18h 05mVietnam Airlines
Mon 15/1215:25PVG - KUL
1 stop27h 25mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 17/9RM 946
Mon 15/1223:15KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mAirAsia X
Thu 18/1201:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mAirAsia X
Deal found 16/9RM 950
Fri 21/1104:20KUL - SHA
1 stop9h 50mShenzhen Airlines
Sat 29/1117:40SHA - KUL
1 stop9h 40mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 16/9RM 950
Thu 20/1118:50KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mAirAsia X
Tue 25/1101:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mAirAsia X
Deal found 16/9RM 955
Wed 29/1004:20KUL - SHA
1 stop9h 50mShenzhen Airlines
Sun 2/1117:40SHA - KUL
1 stop9h 40mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 17/9RM 955
Wed 22/1019:25KUL - PVG
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/1006:00PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9RM 959
Tue 21/1004:20KUL - SHA
1 stop10h 05mShenzhen Airlines
Thu 30/1017:40SHA - KUL
1 stop9h 40mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 15/9RM 959
Fri 31/1018:50KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mAirAsia X
Mon 3/1101:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mAirAsia X
Deal found 16/9RM 963
Fri 31/1002:30KUL - SHA
1 stop10h 10mXiamenAir
Sat 8/1110:10SHA - KUL
1 stop13h 40mXiamenAir
Deal found 17/9RM 963
Wed 29/1018:50KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mAirAsia X
Mon 3/1101:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mAirAsia X
Deal found 17/9RM 967
Thu 25/904:20KUL - SHA
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/1012:10SHA - KUL
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/9RM 967
Fri 24/1020:30KUL - PVG
1 stop13h 50mShenzhen Airlines
Fri 31/1012:25PVG - KUL
1 stop14h 55mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 15/9RM 971

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Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 13/11

04:20-14:10

1 stop9h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 18/11

17:40-03:20

1 stop9h 40m

RM 955

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 17/11

04:20-14:10

1 stop9h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 22/11

17:40-03:20

1 stop9h 40m

RM 955

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 1/12

20:30-14:10

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 6/12

17:40-03:20

1 stop9h 40m

RM 955

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 5/12

20:30-10:25

1 stop13h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 14/12

15:35-03:20

1 stop11h 45m

RM 955

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 21/10

04:20-14:25

1 stop10h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/10

17:40-03:20

1 stop9h 40m

RM 959

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 21/10

04:20-14:25

1 stop10h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 26/10

15:35-03:20

1 stop11h 45m

RM 959

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 10/11

18:50-00:20

Nonstop5h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 15/11

01:35-07:30

Nonstop5h 55m

RM 967

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 25/9

04:20-15:25

1 stop11h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 28/10

12:10-23:50

1 stop11h 40m

RM 967

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 10/11

20:30-14:10

1 stop17h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 16/11

15:35-03:20

1 stop11h 45m

RM 992

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 20/10

23:10-04:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 29/10

06:00-11:55

Nonstop5h 55m

RM 1,005

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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 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai is 86 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai (average of RM 252). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 304). 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 18 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 25% 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 14 September 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.

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 18 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern, 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.
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
166 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

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 30m. Shenzhen Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 967. 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 703. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from RM 707, and AirAsia X, from RM 707. These flights start at 41% 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 502 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Shanghai Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Vietnam Airlines and China Eastern, with prices starting from RM 502 and RM 502, 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai (average of RM 252). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 304). 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 18 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippine AirlinesCheapestRM 703AverageRM 849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 707AverageRM 1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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AirAsia XCheapestRM 707AverageRM 920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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VietJet AirCheapestRM 758AverageRM 1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapestRM 770AverageRM 820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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ScootCheapestRM 795AverageRM 1,109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapestRM 818AverageRM 1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Spring AirlinesCheapestRM 820AverageRM 1,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time45%
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 831AverageRM 1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 915AverageRM 1,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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