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Cheap flights from Malaysia to Shanghai, China from RM 477

KUL — SHA
4 Dec — 11 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Malaysia to Shanghai

Wed 2/1222:30 -
Nonstop4h 30m
Tue 8/1204:05 -
Nonstop4h 40m
Deal found 1/11RM 807
Wed 2/1219:05 -
1 stop16h 15m
Wed 9/1222:30 -
1 stop19h 30m
Deal found 1/11RM 896
Wed 2/1219:05 -
1 stop14h 10m
Wed 9/1219:50 -
1 stop22h 10m
Deal found 1/11RM 896
Sat 21/1122:30 -
Nonstop4h 30m
Wed 25/1104:05 -
Nonstop4h 40m
Deal found 4/11RM 904
Sat 21/1119:05 -
1 stop29h 20m
Thu 26/1117:50 -
1 stop24h 10m
Deal found 4/11RM 908
Thu 10/1222:30 -
Nonstop4h 30m
Sat 12/1204:05 -
Nonstop4h 40m
Deal found 3/11RM 953
Wed 30/1218:55 -
Nonstop5h 25m
Tue 5/101:30 -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 2/11RM 965
Mon 23/1114:45 -
1 stop19h 30m
Mon 30/1120:30 -
1 stop18h 40m
Deal found 3/11RM 965
Thu 26/1117:15 -
1 stop18h 05m
Wed 2/1222:30 -
1 stop16h 10m
Deal found 31/10RM 970
Mon 23/1114:45 -
1 stop8h 30m
Fri 27/1121:50 -
1 stop16h 50m
Deal found 2/11RM 974
Mon 23/1117:15 -
1 stop20h 10m
Tue 1/1220:30 -
1 stop18h 40m
Deal found 2/11RM 978
Mon 23/1117:15 -
1 stop16h 00m
Tue 1/1222:30 -
1 stop16h 40m
Deal found 2/11RM 978

Find flight deals from Malaysia to Shanghai

Round-trip from

RM 807

One-way from

RM 477

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

RM 1,247
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 2/12-8/12
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 10m total
  • Malaysia to Shanghai
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Spring Airlines
  • Spring Airlines
  • 11/1-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 40m total
  • Malaysia to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 108 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI Kota Kinabalu - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 30/11

22:30-03:00

Nonstop4h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 497

PenangShanghai

PEN Penang Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Sat 2/1

19:00-11:20

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 542

PenangShanghai

PEN Penang Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Thu 31/12

15:30-21:00

Nonstop5h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 542

PenangShanghai

PEN Penang Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Mon 1/2

19:00-11:20

1 stop16h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 542

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 9/11

03:30-19:05

1 stop15h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 546

PenangShanghai

PEN Penang Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Thu 31/12

19:00-21:20

1 stop26h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 550

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 4/1

21:15-22:55

1 stop25h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 574

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 6/1

19:40-11:15

1 stop15h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 574

PenangShanghai

PEN Penang Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Mon 1/2

19:00-15:10

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:30

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 578

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI Kota Kinabalu - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 8/11

22:30-03:00

Nonstop4h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 583

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malaysia to Shanghai (average of RM 1,100). Flying from Malaysia to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,511). 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?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Malaysia to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Malaysia to Shanghai

The most flights from MY0 to CN2 are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

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 144 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Malaysia 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?

Wednesday 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.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Malaysia to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 30 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Malaysia to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings 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

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with China Eastern,Malaysia Airlines, 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.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
248 reviews
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Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Nathanael,Aug 2026

PVG - SIN

Airport was boring for a 5hrs transit with nothing to do minimal local gifts shops only aside to the lounge
China Eastern
7.3
Good
248 reviews
China Eastern
7.3
Good
248 reviews
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Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Nathanael,Aug 2026

PVG - SIN

Airport was boring for a 5hrs transit with nothing to do minimal local gifts shops only aside to the lounge
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
321 reviews
China Eastern
7.3
Good
248 reviews
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Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Nathanael,Aug 2026

PVG - SIN

Airport was boring for a 5hrs transit with nothing to do minimal local gifts shops only aside to the lounge
AirAsia X
6.4
Okay
48 reviews
China Eastern
7.3
Good
248 reviews
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Food

7.0

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

6.3

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Nathanael,Aug 2026

PVG - SIN

Airport was boring for a 5hrs transit with nothing to do minimal local gifts shops only aside to the lounge

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Malaysia to Shanghai?

    For as low as RM 884, AirAsia can have you in Shanghai from Malaysia in 4h 30m. The distance between Malaysia and Shanghai is about 2865 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 Sichuan Airlines (RM 273), Spring Airlines (RM 294), and VietJet Air (RM 370).

  • 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 China Southern(84%), Juneyao Airlines(80%) or AirAsia X(74%), 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 416. While the most popular route (Kuala Lumpur Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) can be booked for RM 819 on average, our data indicates RM 2,361 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malaysia to Shanghai (average of RM 1,100). Flying from Malaysia to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,511). 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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Alternative routes for Malaysia to Shanghai

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Top 10 airlines flying from Malaysia to Shanghai

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapestRM 454AverageRM 1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapestRM 506AverageRM 1,651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestRM 528AverageRM 1,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapestRM 532AverageRM 1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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VietJet AirCheapestRM 569AverageRM 1,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Spring AirlinesCheapestRM 603AverageRM 1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time45%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 605AverageRM 1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsia XCheapestRM 626AverageRM 1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapestRM 751AverageRM 1,528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapestRM 762AverageRM 863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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