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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, China from RM 519

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — SHA
29 Jun — 6 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai are usually found in January or November, 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 30 May 2026.

Thu 1/1012:30
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop12h 45m
VietJet Air
Thu 8/1002:15
PVG
-
KUL
1 stop10h 20m
VietJet Air
Deal found 26/5RM 991
Thu 22/1013:35
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/1006:00
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5RM 995
Thu 1/1012:30
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop12h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/1011:50
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5RM 1,003
Thu 22/1013:35
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 30/1006:00
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5RM 1,007
Sat 24/1013:35
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop11h 25m
VietJet Air
Sat 31/1002:15
PVG
-
KUL
1 stop10h 20m
VietJet Air
Deal found 29/5RM 1,011
Fri 30/1012:30
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop12h 45m
VietJet Air
Thu 5/1102:15
PVG
-
KUL
1 stop10h 20m
VietJet Air
Deal found 29/5RM 1,015
Sat 5/919:25
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop17h 15m
Vietnam Airlines
Wed 9/915:50
PVG
-
KUL
1 stop27h 10m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 29/5RM 1,023
Thu 10/919:25
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop17h 15m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 13/915:50
PVG
-
KUL
1 stop27h 10m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 28/5RM 1,027
Thu 22/1013:35
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/1001:35
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5RM 1,035
Sat 24/1013:35
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 31/1001:35
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/5RM 1,039
Mon 26/1019:50
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop18h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Sun 1/1115:25
PVG
-
KUL
1 stop27h 45m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 28/5RM 1,042
Thu 3/920:00
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop18h 25m
Vietnam Airlines
Thu 10/915:10
PVG
-
KUL
1 stop27h 15m
Vietnam Airlines
Deal found 29/5RM 1,046

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 30 May 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 991

One-way from

RM 519

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

RM 1,229
VietJet Air
  • VietJet Air
  • 1/10-8/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 05m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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Spring Airlines
  • Spring Airlines
  • 1/7
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 30m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (RM 426 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 62 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 10/11

20:10-14:15

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/11

15:25-18:50

1 stop27h 25m

RM 1,205

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 30/10

19:50-14:15

1 stop18h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/11

15:25-19:10

1 stop27h 45m

RM 1,300

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 27/10

19:50-14:15

1 stop18h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 30/10

15:25-18:50

1 stop27h 25m

RM 1,300

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/6

15:40-12:45

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 15/6

09:25-14:50

Nonstop5h 25m

RM 1,371

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 16/6

15:40-23:20

2 stops31h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 21/6

22:20-03:30

1 stop29h 10m

RM 1,447

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 17/6

04:05-13:55

1 stop9h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 22/6

18:45-03:30

1 stop8h 45m

RM 1,451
Fastest return journey

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 1/7

07:05-12:30

Nonstop5h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/7

13:55-02:00

1 stop12h 05m

RM 1,459

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 1/9

04:05-09:40

1 stop29h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/9

10:45-03:05

1 stop16h 20m

RM 1,490

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 8/7

03:00-21:25

2 stops18h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 16/7

18:45-03:30

1 stop8h 45m

RM 1,542

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 26/6

04:05-21:25

2 stops17h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 3/7

21:20-03:30

1 stop30h 10m

RM 1,542

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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 1,023). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,780). 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 30 May 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai as you normally would.

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

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 154 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 13% 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 89 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 30 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Malaysia Airlines,China Eastern, 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.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
309 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
309 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
309 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
218 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
309 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.
AirAsia X
6.4
Okay
47 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
309 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Sandeep,Dec 2025

SYD - KUL

Food was really good. My entertainment screen wasn’t working and the crew couldn’t help despite repeated restarts. I would have appreciated a voucher to use for next time or inflight shopping.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai can take about 18h 05m. Vietnam Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 1,205. 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 471. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are China Southern, from RM 521, and Batik Air, from RM 589. These flights start at 61% 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 282 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 329 and RM 388, 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 1,023). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,780). 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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Spring AirlinesCheapestRM 471AverageRM 999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time45%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 521AverageRM 1,267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 589AverageRM 1,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestRM 629AverageRM 1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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AirAsia XCheapestRM 670AverageRM 1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapestRM 710AverageRM 786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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VietJet AirCheapestRM 717AverageRM 969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapestRM 731AverageRM 1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapestRM 752AverageRM 837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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