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Cheap flights from Penang to Shanghai, China from RM 591

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PEN — SHA
14 Mar — 21 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Penang Intl to Shanghai are usually found in October or April, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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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 12 February 2026.

Sat 4/718:20
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/701:35
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop9h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2RM 967
Sun 5/715:40
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop8h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/701:35
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop9h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2RM 971
Sat 14/315:30
PEN
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 10m
Spring Airlines
Wed 18/308:50
PVG
-
PEN
Nonstop5h 40m
Spring Airlines
Deal found 12/2RM 975
Mon 29/612:55
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/706:00
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop8h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2RM 979
Thu 12/306:55
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/308:30
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2RM 983
Sat 4/721:00
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop8h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/701:35
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop9h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2RM 987
Wed 1/716:35
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop7h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/701:35
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop8h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2RM 991
Thu 12/308:10
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop16h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/301:35
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2RM 995
Wed 15/715:30
PEN
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 20m
Spring Airlines
Mon 20/708:50
PVG
-
PEN
Nonstop5h 40m
Spring Airlines
Deal found 9/2RM 999
Wed 15/419:40
PEN
-
SHA
1 stop15h 20m
XiamenAir
Wed 22/421:10
SHA
-
PEN
1 stop21h 20m
XiamenAir
Deal found 11/2RM 1,002
Fri 3/718:30
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop10h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/706:00
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop8h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2RM 1,002
Tue 30/616:35
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop7h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/701:35
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop8h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2RM 1,014

Find 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 12 February 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 967

One-way from

RM 591

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

RM 1,167
4/7-11/7
  • 4/7-11/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 55m total
  • Penang to Shanghai
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11/3
  • 11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 45m total
  • Penang to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 65 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Fri 1/5

08:30-13:55

Nonstop5h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/5

01:50-07:30

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 1,061

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Tue 10/3

19:00-09:15

1 stop14h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 14/3

20:50-18:00

1 stop21h 10m

RM 1,081

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Wed 13/5

17:15-05:05

2 stops11h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 16/5

01:35-09:30

1 stop7h 55m

RM 1,089

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Fri 1/5

08:30-13:55

Nonstop5h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/5

01:50-07:30

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 1,093

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Mon 6/4

20:00-04:45

1 stop8h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/4

01:35-10:25

1 stop8h 50m

RM 1,093

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Mon 6/4

20:00-04:45

1 stop8h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/4

01:35-11:35

1 stop10h 00m

RM 1,096

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Fri 17/4

13:30-00:20

1 stop10h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 27/4

08:35-08:35

2 stops24h 00m

RM 1,100

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Wed 11/3

08:10-00:20

1 stop16h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 14/3

03:20-22:25

2 stops19h 05m

RM 1,116

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Sat 11/4

14:05-00:20

1 stop10h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 15/4

08:50-14:30

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 1,132

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Fri 17/4

19:40-08:50

1 stop13h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 27/4

18:10-18:30

1 stop24h 20m

RM 1,136

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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 6 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Penang to Shanghai is 44 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Shanghai (average of RM 740). Flying from Penang to Shanghai in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,038). 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 12 February 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Penang to Shanghai as you normally would.

How often are flights from Penang to Shanghai delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Penang and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 100 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Penang to Shanghai flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Penang to Shanghai flights?

Over the past year, Juneyao Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% 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 12 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, China Southern, andChina Eastern from Penang 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,452 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,452 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
China Southern
7.3
Good
137 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,452 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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 4 daily outbound flights to Shanghai from 13 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Penang to Shanghai?

    For as low as RM 1,061, Shanghai Airlines can have you in Shanghai from Penang in 5h 25m. There are 3645 km between Penang and Shanghai. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 636. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by XiamenAir and Spring Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at RM 727 and RM 798, respectively. China Southern is priced at 44% 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 AirAsia. According to our data, you can fly for as low as RM 379. Users have also found prices from RM 408 and RM 440 on XiamenAir and China Southern, 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.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Guangzhou?

    Haizhu Wholesale Market, Canton Tower, and Huaisheng Mosque are currently the most popular points of interest in Guangzhou at the moment. Travellers on a stopover Guangzhou can visit Haizhu Wholesale Market, Canton Tower, and Huaisheng Mosque, by traveling 31.1 km, 31.5 km, and 30.4 km, respectively after landing at Guangzhou Baiyun.

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

    Flights departing from Penang and landing in Shanghai stopover in Singapore least frequently.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Shanghai (average of RM 740). Flying from Penang to Shanghai in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,038). 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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China SouthernCheapestRM 636AverageRM 978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 727AverageRM 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Spring AirlinesCheapestRM 798AverageRM 1,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time45%
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ScootCheapestRM 810AverageRM 1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapestRM 854AverageRM 1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 859AverageRM 1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China EasternCheapestRM 861AverageRM 1,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 920AverageRM 1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Shanghai AirlinesCheapestRM 968AverageRM 1,184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestRM 974AverageRM 1,116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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