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Cheap flights from Malaysia to Shanghai, China from RM 417

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 18/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — SHA
1 Sep — 8 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Malaysia to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Malaysia to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated 27 August 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 965

One-way from

RM 417

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

RM 1,365
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 1/12-6/12
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 25m total
  • Malaysia to Shanghai
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 18/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 15m total
  • Malaysia to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (RM 474 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 87 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 27 August 2025.

Mon 1/1218:50KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mAirAsia X
Fri 5/1201:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mAirAsia X
Deal found 26/8RM 965
Mon 10/1120:10KUL - PVG
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1119:00PVG - KUL
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/8RM 969
Sun 28/921:05KUL - SHA
1 stop25h 50mHainan Airlines
Tue 7/1008:30SHA - KUL
1 stop11h 25mHainan Airlines
Deal found 25/8RM 969
Mon 1/912:25KUL - PVG
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/902:00PVG - KUL
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/8RM 973
Thu 2/1021:05KUL - SHA
1 stop25h 50mHainan Airlines
Sat 11/1008:30SHA - KUL
1 stop11h 25mHainan Airlines
Deal found 25/8RM 973
Fri 31/1002:25KUL - PVG
1 stop31h 25mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 7/1110:50PVG - KUL
1 stop23h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 26/8RM 977
Thu 2/1000:45KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mJuneyao Airlines
Mon 6/1017:50PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 26/8RM 982
Tue 9/921:05KUL - SHA
1 stop25h 50mHainan Airlines
Fri 12/908:30SHA - KUL
1 stop11h 25mHainan Airlines
Deal found 27/8RM 982
Fri 31/1020:10KUL - PVG
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1102:15PVG - KUL
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/8RM 986
Thu 30/1012:30KUL - PVG
1 stop12h 45mVietJet Air
Sun 2/1102:15PVG - KUL
1 stop10h 20mVietJet Air
Deal found 26/8RM 990
Fri 21/1113:35KUL - PVG
1 stop11h 25mVietJet Air
Thu 27/1102:15PVG - KUL
1 stop10h 20mVietJet Air
Deal found 25/8RM 994
Thu 2/1021:05KUL - SHA
1 stop25h 50mHainan Airlines
Tue 7/1008:30SHA - KUL
1 stop11h 25mHainan Airlines
Deal found 25/8RM 994

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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 27 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Malaysia to Shanghai that are best for you.

Fly from

Malaysia

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 3/10

23:10-04:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/10

17:50-23:45

Nonstop5h 55m

RM 965

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 24/11

23:15-04:45

Nonstop5h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 29/11

06:00-11:55

Nonstop5h 55m

RM 965

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 28/9

21:05-22:55

1 stop25h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 7/10

08:30-19:55

1 stop11h 25m

RM 969

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 10/11

20:10-14:15

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 17/11

19:00-20:35

1 stop25h 35m

RM 969

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 11/10

16:15-14:30

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 18/10

16:00-01:15

1 stop9h 15m

RM 973

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 24/11

13:35-01:00

1 stop11h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 27/11

02:15-12:35

1 stop10h 20m

RM 973

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 2/10

21:05-22:55

1 stop25h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 11/10

08:30-19:55

1 stop11h 25m

RM 973

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 2/10

00:45-06:15

Nonstop5h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/10

17:50-23:45

Nonstop5h 55m

RM 982

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 10/11

13:35-01:00

1 stop11h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 15/11

02:15-12:35

1 stop10h 20m

RM 982

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 2/10

00:45-06:15

Nonstop5h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/10

15:10-23:05

1 stop31h 55m

RM 982

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Best time to book a flight from Malaysia to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Malaysia with our price prediction graph.
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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malaysia to Shanghai (average of RM 255). Flying from Malaysia to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 309). 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 PVG?

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 27 August 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Malaysia to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Malaysia to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Malaysia to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Malaysia to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Malaysia to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from Malaysia to Shanghai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 27 August 2025.

The most flights from MY0 to CN2 are scheduled on a Tuesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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 27 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern, Malaysia Airlines, andChina Eastern 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.
China Southern
7.5
Good
109 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.9

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
109 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
109 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.9

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
109 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.9

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
162 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
109 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.9

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 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 965, AirAsia X can have you in Shanghai from Malaysia in 5h 30m. The distance between Malaysia and Shanghai is about 3795 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 AirAsia (RM 417), Philippine Airlines (RM 527), and VietJet Air (RM 527).

  • 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.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Malaysia to Shanghai?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Malaysia to Shanghai consider choosing Juneyao Airlines(70%), China Southern(68%) or AirAsia X(68%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Malaysia to Shanghai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for RM 468. While the most popular route (Kuala Lumpur Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) can be booked for RM 771 on average our data indicates RM 2,320 when flying from Malaysia to Shanghai.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malaysia to Shanghai (average of RM 255). Flying from Malaysia to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 309). 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 27 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapestRM 597AverageRM 1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 619AverageRM 939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapestRM 702AverageRM 850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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AirAsia XCheapestRM 712AverageRM 922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 762AverageRM 1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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VietJet AirCheapestRM 762AverageRM 935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapestRM 775AverageRM 825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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ScootCheapestRM 800AverageRM 1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapestRM 802AverageRM 1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 863AverageRM 1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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