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RM 355+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China

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SHA — KUL
15 Apr — 22 Apr1
1 adult

What to know about flights from Shanghai

Discover essential information about flights departing from Shanghai, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Shanghai airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 10 April 2025.

Cheapest airline

AirAsia X
On average, AirAsia X currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Shanghai (avg. price of RM 1,259).

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 10 April 2025.

Sat 10/506:00PVG - BKI
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/510:00BKI - PVG
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4RM 728
Mon 8/901:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 40mAirAsia X
Thu 11/918:40KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 40mAirAsia X
Deal found 10/4RM 733
Tue 9/915:10PVG - KUL
1 stop27h 15mVietnam Airlines
Thu 11/919:25KUL - PVG
1 stop17h 15mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 10/4RM 791
Mon 8/901:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/919:25KUL - PVG
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4RM 804
Sat 17/515:10SHA - KUL
1 stop24h 50mXiamenAir
Sat 24/517:00KUL - SHA
1 stop24h 05mXiamenAir
Deal found 9/4RM 890
Tue 20/509:05SHA - KUL
2 stops18h 15mShenzhen Airlines
Tue 27/520:30KUL - SHA
1 stop14h 05mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 10/4RM 912
Mon 5/510:50PVG - KUL
1 stop29h 10mXiamenAir
Tue 13/517:00KUL - PVG
1 stop16h 45mXiamenAir
Deal found 10/4RM 921
Thu 8/515:25PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 14/519:45KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 9/4RM 962
Sat 10/511:25PVG - KUL
1 stop15h 55mShenzhen Airlines
Sat 17/504:20KUL - PVG
1 stop12h 10mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 10/4RM 966
Fri 20/608:30SHA - KUL
1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/602:20KUL - SHA
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4RM 993
Fri 9/519:55PVG - KUL
1 stop28h 35mChina Southern
Mon 12/508:05KUL - PVG
1 stop12h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 10/4RM 998
Thu 8/518:10PVG - KUL
2 stops20h 30mChina Eastern
Tue 13/501:55KUL - PVG
1 stop21h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/4RM 1,011

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Find flights departing from Shanghai that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 10 April 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 407,431 searches

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ShanghaiKota Kinabalu

PVG - BKI

PVGBKI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/5

06:00-19:10

1 stop13h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 12/5

10:00-00:20

1 stop14h 20m

RM 728

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/9

01:35-07:15

Nonstop5h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 11/9

18:40-00:20

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 733

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/9

15:10-18:25

1 stop27h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 11/9

19:25-12:40

1 stop17h 15m

RM 791

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/9

01:35-07:15

Nonstop5h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 11/9

19:25-12:40

1 stop17h 15m

RM 804

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

SHA - KUL

SHAKUL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 17/5

15:10-16:00

1 stop24h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 24/5

17:00-17:05

1 stop24h 05m

RM 890

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

SHA - KUL

SHAKUL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 20/5

09:05-03:20

2 stops18h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 27/5

20:30-10:35

1 stop14h 05m

RM 912

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/5

10:50-16:00

1 stop29h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 13/5

17:00-09:45

1 stop16h 45m

RM 921

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 8/5

15:25-21:00

Nonstop5h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 14/5

19:45-01:20

Nonstop5h 35m

RM 962

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

PVG - KUL

PVGKUL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/5

11:25-03:20

1 stop15h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 17/5

04:20-16:30

1 stop12h 10m

RM 966

ShanghaiKuala Lumpur

SHA - KUL

SHAKUL

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 20/6

08:30-19:55

1 stop11h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 21/6

02:20-15:25

1 stop13h 05m

RM 993

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai

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Estimated return price
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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight from Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Shanghai is 90 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 Shanghai?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai (average of RM 674). Flying from Shanghai in September will prove the most costly (average of RM 966). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Shanghai would be wise to consider leaving during Saturday at midday when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Monday mornings when fares are usually the most expensive.

Airline reviews for flights from Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Shanghai. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 407,431 searches.

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Shanghai. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 10 April 2025.
  • Which is the cheapest airport to catch a flight from Shanghai?

    To find the cheapest price to Kuala Lumpur consider leaving from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl airport as flights departing from there start at RM 706. Shanghai Pu Dong airport can be a cheaper option if you are traveling to Kuala Lumpur from RM 733. Naturally, the price you'll pay will be partially determined by your flexibility.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai is December. The most expensive month for flights is September. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Shanghai?

    Here are some of the cheapest flight destinations from Shanghai:
    Travel from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur from RM 706 round trip

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