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Cheap flights from Malaysia to Shanghai, China from RM 437

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 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — SHA
19 Apr — 26 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Malaysia to Shanghai

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Cheapest flights from Malaysia to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Malaysia to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 March 2026.

Fri 23/1022:30
BKI
-
PVG
Nonstop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/1006:00
PVG
-
BKI
1 stop9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3RM 783
Mon 30/318:40
KUL
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 40m
AirAsia X
Tue 7/406:00
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 40m
AirAsia X
Deal found 18/3RM 795
Sat 28/319:55
KUL
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/406:00
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3RM 799
Mon 30/319:45
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/401:35
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3RM 803
Thu 2/423:35
KUL
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/401:35
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3RM 806
Sun 17/518:40
KUL
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 40m
AirAsia X
Sat 23/506:00
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 40m
AirAsia X
Deal found 17/3RM 810
Fri 15/523:05
KUL
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 40m
AirAsia X
Thu 21/501:35
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 40m
AirAsia X
Deal found 16/3RM 814
Thu 14/523:35
KUL
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 30m
Spring Airlines
Fri 22/516:45
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 55m
Spring Airlines
Deal found 16/3RM 818
Thu 30/417:15
KUL
-
SHA
1 stop18h 05m
China Southern
Thu 7/515:40
SHA
-
KUL
1 stop8h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 16/3RM 818
Fri 3/423:05
KUL
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 40m
AirAsia X
Tue 14/406:00
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 40m
AirAsia X
Deal found 19/3RM 822
Thu 2/423:05
KUL
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 40m
AirAsia X
Mon 13/401:35
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 40m
AirAsia X
Deal found 17/3RM 826
Wed 8/419:45
KUL
-
PVG
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/406:00
PVG
-
KUL
Nonstop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/3RM 830

Find flight deals from Malaysia to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Malaysia to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated 20 March 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 795

One-way from

RM 437

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

RM 1,275
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 30/3-7/4
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 20m total
  • Malaysia to Shanghai
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Shenzhen Airlines
  • Shenzhen Airlines
  • 26/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 30m total
  • Malaysia to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (RM 219 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 64 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Malaysia 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 20 March 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 29/4

08:00-17:00

1 stop9h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 6/5

10:10-23:50

1 stop13h 40m

RM 865

Johor BahruShanghai

JHB - PVG

JHBPVG

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Tue 28/4

18:50-04:45

1 stop9h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 13/5

06:00-22:35

1 stop16h 35m

RM 881

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 2/4

17:15-12:20

1 stop19h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 7/4

15:50-00:15

1 stop8h 25m

RM 881

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 9/4

19:45-10:30

1 stop14h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 13/4

14:10-23:50

1 stop9h 40m

RM 924

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 30/4

19:20-15:25

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 7/5

15:50-00:30

1 stop8h 40m

RM 928

Johor BahruShanghai

JHB - PVG

JHBPVG

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Wed 10/6

07:00-00:20

1 stop17h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 14/6

01:35-09:55

1 stop8h 20m

RM 928

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 14/7

14:50-00:20

1 stop9h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/9

04:05-08:45

Nonstop4h 40m

RM 948

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 9/4

03:05-14:25

1 stop11h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 22/4

15:35-02:05

1 stop10h 30m

RM 1,003

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 10/4

13:05-16:50

1 stop27h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 17/4

17:55-12:05

1 stop18h 10m

RM 1,003

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 21/4

12:50-21:50

1 stop9h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 23/4

19:50-02:05

1 stop30h 15m

RM 1,003

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Best time to book a flight from Malaysia to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Malaysia to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Malaysia to Shanghai?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malaysia to Shanghai (average of RM 543). Flying from Malaysia to Shanghai in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 799). 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 MY to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Malaysia 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 20 March 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Malaysia to Shanghai in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 32% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

How often are flights from Malaysia to Shanghai delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between Malaysia and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 145 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Malaysia to Shanghai flights?

Historically, flights departing at night 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?

Thursday 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 Malaysia to Shanghai flights?

Over the past year, Juneyao Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% 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 20 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Malaysia Airlines,China Eastern, andAirAsia X from Malaysia 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
7.3
Good
297 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

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
7.3
Good
297 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
297 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

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
7.2
Good
198 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
297 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

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
45 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
297 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Malaysia 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 Malaysia to Shanghai?

    For as low as RM 865, XiamenAir can have you in Shanghai from Malaysia in 9h. The distance between Malaysia and Shanghai is about 3772 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Malaysia to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Malaysia to Shanghai are Spring Airlines (RM 279), AirAsia (RM 326), and VietJet Air (RM 343).

  • What are the most popular routes from Malaysia to Shanghai?

    The most popular flight routes from Malaysia to Shanghai are Kuala Lumpur Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Kuala Lumpur Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong and Penang Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Malaysia to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Malaysia to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Malaysia to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Malaysia to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Malaysia to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Malaysia 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 Malaysia to Shanghai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malaysia to Shanghai (average of RM 543). Flying from Malaysia to Shanghai in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 799). 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 Malaysia to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Malaysia 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 20 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapestRM 558AverageRM 1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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VietJet AirCheapestRM 590AverageRM 1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestRM 624AverageRM 1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Spring AirlinesCheapestRM 668AverageRM 1,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time45%
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AirAsia XCheapestRM 678AverageRM 985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 696AverageRM 1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapestRM 721AverageRM 776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapestRM 731AverageRM 824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 733AverageRM 1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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ScootCheapestRM 739AverageRM 1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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