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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, China from RM 465

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — SHA
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai are usually found in November or June, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kuala Lumpur (MY1) 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 820

One-way from

RM 465

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

RM 1,192
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 8/4-12/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 00m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 3/6
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 35m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (RM 53 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Thu 3/402:40KUL - PVG
1 stop14h 55mChina Southern
Mon 7/418:20PVG - KUL
1 stop18h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 24/3RM 820
Tue 8/418:00KUL - SHA
1 stop15h 20mChina Southern
Tue 15/421:50SHA - KUL
1 stop14h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 24/3RM 820
Mon 7/423:10KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 35mAirAsia X
Mon 14/401:35PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 40mAirAsia X
Deal found 24/3RM 833
Tue 25/315:40KUL - PVG
1 stop24h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 29/316:55PVG - KUL
1 stop18h 25mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 24/3RM 846
Fri 9/518:40KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/513:05PVG - KUL
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3RM 864
Sun 18/504:20KUL - SHA
1 stop10h 05mShenzhen Airlines
Sat 24/509:05SHA - KUL
2 stops10h 10mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 24/3RM 890
Thu 8/517:00KUL - SHA
1 stop24h 05mXiamenAir
Thu 15/518:10SHA - KUL
1 stop21h 50mXiamenAir
Deal found 24/3RM 935
Tue 8/404:20KUL - PVG
1 stop13h 20mShenzhen Airlines
Tue 15/419:00PVG - KUL
1 stop24h 15mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 23/3RM 948
Mon 7/420:30KUL - SHA
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 15/409:05SHA - KUL
2 stops10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3RM 979
Wed 16/417:00KUL - PVG
1 stop16h 45mXiamenAir
Tue 22/410:50PVG - KUL
1 stop29h 10mXiamenAir
Deal found 24/3RM 997
Tue 25/313:35KUL - PVG
1 stop11h 20mVietJet Air
Fri 28/301:55PVG - KUL
1 stop10h 40mVietJet Air
Deal found 24/3RM 1,099
Tue 8/420:05KUL - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mChina Eastern
Mon 14/400:10PVG - KUL
Nonstop5h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/3RM 1,143

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Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 3/4

02:40-17:35

1 stop14h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/4

18:20-12:25

1 stop18h 05m

RM 820

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 8/4

18:00-09:20

1 stop15h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 15/4

21:50-12:25

1 stop14h 35m

RM 820

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 7/4

23:10-04:45

Nonstop5h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 14/4

01:35-07:15

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 833

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 9/5

18:40-00:20

Nonstop5h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 14/5

13:05-03:20

1 stop14h 15m

RM 864

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 18/5

04:20-14:25

1 stop10h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 24/5

09:05-19:15

2 stops10h 10m

RM 890

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 8/5

16:15-14:30

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 15/5

16:00-01:15

1 stop9h 15m

RM 935

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 8/5

17:00-17:05

1 stop24h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 15/5

18:10-16:00

1 stop21h 50m

RM 935

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 8/4

04:20-17:40

1 stop13h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 15/4

19:00-19:15

1 stop24h 15m

RM 948

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - SHA

KULSHA

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 7/4

20:30-15:25

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 15/4

09:05-19:15

2 stops10h 10m

RM 979

Kuala LumpurShanghai

KUL - PVG

KULPVG

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 16/4

17:00-09:45

1 stop16h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 22/4

10:50-16:00

1 stop29h 10m

RM 997

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Best time to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai is 48 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 Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai (average of RM 255). Flying from Kuala Lumpur 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 KUL to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur 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 25 March 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on 23 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons 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.

Weekly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur 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 25 March 2025.

The most flights from MY1 to CN2 are scheduled on a Friday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 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 25 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Vietnam Airlines and China Southern. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Vietnam Airlines
7.6
Good
192 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
China Southern
7.4
Good
91 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
252 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
840 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,284 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai round-trip from RM 820. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are AirAsia X, from RM 833, and Vietnam Airlines, from RM 846. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    RM 465 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from AirAsia X. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Vietnam Airlines and XiamenAir, with prices starting from RM 518 and RM 532, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

    Consider AirAsia X (85%), China Eastern (68%) or Shanghai Airlines (68%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

    On average you can expect to pay RM 2,997 for a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai. The cheapest flight overall is RM 448 while the most popular route, (Kuala Lumpur Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong) is currently priced at RM 775.

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

    Most of the time, Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai flights that have stopovers will stop in Manila. Guangzhou sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai.

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

    Of the flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Singapore. Shenzhen sees the next fewest stopovers on Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai (average of RM 255). Flying from Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Kuala Lumpur 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 25 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Philippine AirlinesCheapestRM 692AverageRM 776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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AirAsia XCheapestRM 738AverageRM 955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 773AverageRM 1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapestRM 823AverageRM 885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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ScootCheapestRM 862AverageRM 1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 873AverageRM 1,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Air MacauCheapestRM 875AverageRM 937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time56%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapestRM 887AverageRM 1,154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Loong AirCheapestRM 915AverageRM 1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 971AverageRM 1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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