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Cheap flights from Malaysia to Shanghai, China from RM 470

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 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — SHA
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 21 November 2025.

Wed 3/1221:55BKI - PVG
Nonstop4h 25mAirAsia
Sun 7/1203:20PVG - BKI
Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 19/11RM 927
Mon 15/1221:55BKI - PVG
Nonstop4h 25mAirAsia
Wed 24/1203:20PVG - BKI
Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 19/11RM 935
Thu 4/1221:55BKI - PVG
Nonstop4h 25mAirAsia
Fri 12/1203:20PVG - BKI
Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 19/11RM 947
Fri 12/1219:05BKI - SHA
1 stop14h 10mChina Southern
Wed 17/1208:50SHA - BKI
1 stop9h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11RM 947
Fri 5/1219:05BKI - PVG
1 stop18h 05mChina Southern
Wed 10/1218:05PVG - BKI
1 stop23h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11RM 956
Fri 5/1219:05BKI - SHA
1 stop23h 05mChina Southern
Wed 10/1221:50SHA - BKI
1 stop20h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11RM 956
Fri 12/1219:05BKI - PVG
1 stop16h 20mChina Southern
Wed 17/1206:55PVG - BKI
1 stop11h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 20/11RM 960
Wed 3/1221:55BKI - PVG
Nonstop4h 25mAirAsia
Mon 8/1203:20PVG - BKI
Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 19/11RM 964
Wed 3/1221:55BKI - PVG
Nonstop4h 25mAirAsia
Sat 6/1203:20PVG - BKI
Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 19/11RM 972
Mon 1/1221:15KUL - PVG
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1211:00PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11RM 972
Thu 4/1221:55BKI - PVG
Nonstop4h 25mAirAsia
Thu 11/1203:20PVG - BKI
Nonstop4h 40mAirAsia
Deal found 19/11RM 977
Sat 6/1221:15KUL - PVG
1 stop13h 15mHainan Airlines
Tue 9/1211:35PVG - KUL
1 stop23h 35mHainan Airlines
Deal found 17/11RM 977

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 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 927

One-way from

RM 470

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

RM 1,093
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 3/12-7/12
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 05m total
  • Malaysia to Shanghai
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Spring Airlines
  • Spring Airlines
  • 30/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Malaysia to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (RM 402 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 88 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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 21 November 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

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 12/12

19:05-13:10

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 17/12

18:05-18:00

1 stop23h 55m

RM 956

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 12/12

19:05-12:15

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 17/12

21:50-18:00

1 stop20h 10m

RM 956

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 20/1

20:00-14:15

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 30/1

15:25-19:00

1 stop27h 35m

RM 972

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 23/1

19:50-14:15

1 stop18h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 30/1

15:25-19:00

1 stop27h 35m

RM 972

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 3/1

19:05-10:10

1 stop15h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 10/1

20:05-18:00

1 stop21h 55m

RM 977

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - SHA

BKISHA

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 2/1

19:05-10:10

1 stop15h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 9/1

08:50-00:30

1 stop15h 40m

RM 981

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 6/3

18:50-00:20

Nonstop5h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

01:35-07:30

Nonstop5h 55m

RM 993

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 2/12

17:45-13:50

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/12

10:10-13:25

1 stop27h 15m

RM 1,006

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 19/1

18:20-09:15

1 stop14h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 23/1

10:50-22:50

1 stop12h 00m

RM 1,006

Kota KinabaluShanghai

BKI - PVG

BKIPVG

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 12/12

19:05-13:10

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 16/12

03:20-08:00

Nonstop4h 40m

RM 1,010

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malaysia to Shanghai (average of RM 303). Flying from Malaysia to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 781). 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 21 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Malaysia to Shanghai in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 4% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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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 21 November 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
119 reviews
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Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

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
119 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

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
281 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

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
178 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

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.
AirAsia X
6.4
Okay
43 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.3

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 927, AirAsia can have you in Shanghai from Malaysia in 4h 25m. 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 Spring Airlines (RM 470), Sichuan Airlines (RM 494), and Air Macau (RM 519).

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malaysia to Shanghai (average of RM 303). Flying from Malaysia to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 781). 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 21 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapestRM 589AverageRM 1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 611AverageRM 959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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AirAsia XCheapestRM 702AverageRM 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapestRM 702AverageRM 847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Spring AirlinesCheapestRM 709AverageRM 1,211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time45%
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 746AverageRM 1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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VietJet AirCheapestRM 752AverageRM 1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapestRM 764AverageRM 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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ScootCheapestRM 789AverageRM 1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapestRM 824AverageRM 1,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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