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Cheap flights from Penang to Shanghai, China from RM 612

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 31/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PEN — SHA
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Penang Intl to Shanghai are usually found in April or October, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 844

One-way from

RM 612

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

RM 1,246
XiamenAir
  • XiamenAir
  • 3/7-24/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 30m total
  • Penang to Shanghai
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31/10
  • 31/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 00m total
  • Penang to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 104 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 13 June 2025.

Thu 3/719:40PEN - SHA
1 stop13h 10mXiamenAir
Thu 24/708:10SHA - PEN
1 stop10h 20mXiamenAir
Deal found 11/6RM 844
Tue 21/1017:35PEN - PVG
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/1006:00PVG - PEN
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6RM 849
Tue 1/723:55PEN - PVG
1 stop20h 35mChina Southern
Sun 6/706:55PVG - PEN
1 stop14h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 12/6RM 1,056
Sat 12/723:55PEN - SHA
1 stop10h 25mChina Southern
Sat 19/713:40SHA - PEN
1 stop9h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 11/6RM 1,089
Tue 15/713:00PEN - SHA
1 stop21h 35mShenzhen Airlines
Fri 18/715:35SHA - PEN
1 stop20h 25mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 11/6RM 1,110
Mon 30/601:00PEN - PVG
1 stop12h 50mSichuan Airlines
Sun 6/718:55PVG - PEN
1 stop29h 10mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 12/6RM 1,115
Sat 11/1007:30PEN - PVG
1 stop16h 25mCathay Pacific
Sat 18/1012:20PVG - PEN
1 stop23h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/6RM 1,127
Wed 15/1008:30PEN - PVG
Nonstop5h 10mChina Eastern
Tue 21/1001:50PVG - PEN
Nonstop5h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/6RM 1,132
Sun 31/800:05PEN - PVG
Nonstop5h 20mJuneyao Airlines
Sat 6/917:35PVG - PEN
Nonstop5h 25mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 12/6RM 1,229
Mon 1/908:30PEN - PVG
Nonstop5h 10mShanghai Airlines
Fri 5/901:50PVG - PEN
Nonstop5h 40mShanghai Airlines
Deal found 12/6RM 1,262
Tue 1/709:50PEN - SHA
2 stops12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/720:10SHA - PEN
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6RM 1,423
Fri 10/1001:00PEN - SHA
1 stop11h 05mCathay Pacific
Sat 18/1013:20SHA - PEN
1 stop22h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/6RM 2,263

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Departure

Return

Price

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Thu 3/7

19:40-08:50

1 stop13h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 24/7

08:10-18:30

1 stop10h 20m

RM 844

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Tue 21/10

17:35-04:45

1 stop11h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 24/10

06:00-21:35

1 stop15h 35m

RM 849

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Tue 1/7

23:55-20:30

1 stop20h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/7

06:55-21:00

1 stop14h 05m

RM 1,056

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Sat 12/7

23:55-10:20

1 stop10h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 19/7

13:40-22:45

1 stop9h 05m

RM 1,089

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Tue 15/7

13:00-10:35

1 stop21h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 18/7

15:35-12:00

1 stop20h 25m

RM 1,110

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Mon 30/6

01:00-13:50

1 stop12h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/7

18:55-00:05

1 stop29h 10m

RM 1,115

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Sat 11/10

07:30-23:55

1 stop16h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 18/10

12:20-12:00

1 stop23h 40m

RM 1,127

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Wed 15/10

08:30-13:40

Nonstop5h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 21/10

01:50-07:30

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 1,132

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Sun 31/8

00:05-05:25

Nonstop5h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 6/9

17:35-23:00

Nonstop5h 25m

RM 1,229

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Mon 1/9

08:30-13:40

Nonstop5h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/9

01:50-07:30

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 1,262

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Best time to book a flight from Penang to Shanghai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Shanghai from Penang with our price prediction graph.
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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 9 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Penang to Shanghai is 37 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Shanghai (average of RM 253). Flying from Penang to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 305). 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 SHA?

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 13 June 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Penang to Shanghai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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.

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 13 June 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
1,302 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,302 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,302 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,302 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,302 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,302 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
150 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,302 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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 11 different airlines.

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

    Flying on XiamenAir 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 China Southern and Shenzhen Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at RM 1,056 and RM 1,110, respectively. XiamenAir is priced at 35% 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 XiamenAir. According to our data, you can fly for as low as RM 878. Users have also found prices from RM 988 and RM 1,136 on Juneyao Airlines and Sichuan Airlines, respectively.

  • 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. Xiamen is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Penang to Shanghai.

  • 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. Singapore 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Shanghai (average of RM 253). Flying from Penang to Shanghai in January is currently the most expensive (average of RM 305). 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 13 June 2025.
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China SouthernCheapestRM 689AverageRM 1,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 759AverageRM 980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapestRM 799AverageRM 1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 865AverageRM 1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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ScootCheapestRM 899AverageRM 1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapestRM 929AverageRM 1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Shanghai AirlinesCheapestRM 1,021AverageRM 1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Cathay PacificCheapestRM 1,038AverageRM 1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 1,041AverageRM 1,375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapestRM 1,083AverageRM 1,481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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