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Cheap flights from Penang to Shanghai, China from RM 549

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PEN — SHA
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Penang Intl to Shanghai are usually found in April or August, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Penang to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Penang (PEN) 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 April 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 844

One-way from

RM 549

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

RM 1,242
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 10/5-16/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 50m total
  • Penang to Shanghai
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Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 6/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 30m total
  • Penang to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (RM 205 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 106 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Penang to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Penang to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Sat 10/523:55PEN - PVG
1 stop24h 25mChina Southern
Fri 16/506:35PVG - PEN
1 stop14h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 29/4RM 844
Sat 7/623:55PEN - SHA
1 stop10h 25mChina Southern
Sun 15/611:50SHA - PEN
1 stop10h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 29/4RM 852
Wed 14/519:40PEN - SHA
1 stop17h 10mXiamenAir
Sat 17/508:10SHA - PEN
1 stop10h 20mXiamenAir
Deal found 29/4RM 857
Mon 1/905:50PEN - PVG
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/901:35PVG - PEN
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4RM 922
Mon 1/908:30PEN - PVG
Nonstop5h 25mShanghai Airlines
Fri 5/901:50PVG - PEN
Nonstop5h 40mShanghai Airlines
Deal found 29/4RM 1,116
Thu 4/900:05PEN - PVG
Nonstop5h 20mJuneyao Airlines
Sat 13/917:35PVG - PEN
Nonstop5h 25mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 29/4RM 1,121
Sun 19/1008:30PEN - PVG
Nonstop5h 10mChina Eastern
Thu 23/1001:50PVG - PEN
Nonstop5h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 29/4RM 1,125
Mon 9/619:40PEN - SHA
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/620:10SHA - PEN
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4RM 1,190
Thu 12/613:00PEN - SHA
1 stop21h 35mShenzhen Airlines
Fri 13/619:50SHA - PEN
1 stop16h 10mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 29/4RM 1,328
Sun 14/913:00PEN - PVG
1 stop9h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 20/917:40PVG - PEN
1 stop18h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/4RM 1,441
Mon 30/613:00PEN - SHA
1 stop7h 55mCathay Pacific
Thu 31/722:30SHA - PEN
1 stop20h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 30/4RM 1,445
Tue 30/1210:10PEN - PVG
1 stop12h 10mSingapore Airlines
Tue 6/100:10PVG - PEN
1 stop17h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 28/4RM 1,562

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Penang

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Shanghai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Sat 10/5

23:55-00:20

1 stop24h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 16/5

06:35-21:00

1 stop14h 25m

RM 844

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Sat 7/6

23:55-10:20

1 stop10h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 15/6

11:50-22:45

1 stop10h 55m

RM 852

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Wed 14/5

19:40-12:50

1 stop17h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 17/5

08:10-18:30

1 stop10h 20m

RM 857

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Mon 1/9

05:50-01:20

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/9

01:35-10:25

1 stop8h 50m

RM 922

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Mon 1/9

08:30-13:55

Nonstop5h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/9

01:50-07:30

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 1,116

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Thu 4/9

00:05-05:25

Nonstop5h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 13/9

17:35-23:00

Nonstop5h 25m

RM 1,121

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Sun 19/10

08:30-13:40

Nonstop5h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 23/10

01:50-07:30

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 1,125

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Mon 9/6

19:40-08:50

1 stop13h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 14/6

20:10-18:35

2 stops22h 25m

RM 1,190

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Thu 12/6

13:00-10:35

1 stop21h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 13/6

19:50-12:00

1 stop16h 10m

RM 1,328

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Sun 14/9

13:00-22:10

1 stop9h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 20/9

17:40-12:00

1 stop18h 20m

RM 1,441

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Best time to book a flight from Penang to Shanghai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Penang to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Penang to Shanghai is 53 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.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Shanghai (average of RM 255). Flying from Penang to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 312). 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 PEN to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Penang 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 April 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Penang 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 morning could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Penang to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from Penang 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 30 April 2025.

The most flights from PEN to CN2 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific and China Southern from Penang to Shanghai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
254 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
857 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,292 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Penang to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Penang to Shanghai?

    Located just 14.5 km from the city centre, Penang Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Shanghai from Penang. Booking flights from Penang Intl (PEN) to Shanghai should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily outbound flights to Shanghai from 12 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Penang to Shanghai round-trip?

    Flying on China Southern is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at RM 844. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by XiamenAir and Shanghai Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at RM 857 and RM 1,116, respectively. China Southern is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Malaysia Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as RM 549. Users have also found prices from RM 619 and RM 632 on Shanghai Airlines and Juneyao Airlines, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Penang to Shanghai are Shanghai Airlines (96%), China Eastern (96%) and Juneyao Airlines (95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Penang to Shanghai?

    While on average a flight from Penang to Shanghai is generally RM 4,233, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is RM 601. When looking at the most popular route, (Penang Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), you can expect to pay RM 831 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Penang to Shanghai?

    The most popular stopover on flights from Penang to Shanghai is Guangzhou. Singapore is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Penang to Shanghai.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Singapore?

    Singapore travellers tend to visit Masjid Sultan, Sentosa, and Universal Studios Singapore more than any other notable places. Masjid Sultan, Sentosa, and Universal Studios Singapore can be accessed by travelling approximately 15.7 km, 21.6 km, and 21.6 km, respectively from Singapore Changi.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Penang to Shanghai flights?

    Flights departing from Penang and landing in Shanghai stopover in Kuala Lumpur least frequently. Xiamen follows Kuala Lumpur in terms of the least common stopover location on Penang to Shanghai flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Shanghai (average of RM 255). Flying from Penang to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 312). 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 Penang to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Penang 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 30 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapestRM 260AverageRM 834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 702AverageRM 1,427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 786AverageRM 1,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapestRM 819AverageRM 1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 886AverageRM 1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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ScootCheapestRM 954AverageRM 1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shanghai AirlinesCheapestRM 1,043AverageRM 1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,046AverageRM 1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapestRM 1,063AverageRM 1,632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 1,089AverageRM 1,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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