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Cheap flights from Penang to Shanghai, China from RM 522

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 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PEN — SHA
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Penang Intl to Shanghai are usually found in August or September, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 1,093

One-way from

RM 522

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

RM 1,480
8/3-15/3
  • 8/3-15/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 55m total
  • Penang to Shanghai
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 29/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 25m total
  • Penang to Shanghai
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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 17 January 2025.

Sat 8/308:30PEN - PVG
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 15/306:00PVG - PEN
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1RM 1,093
Sat 28/623:55PEN - PVG
1 stop20h 35mChina Southern
Thu 3/719:20PVG - PEN
1 stop25h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 15/1RM 1,125
Tue 18/208:10PEN - SHA
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/215:50SHA - PEN
2 stops15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1RM 1,161
Thu 30/119:40PEN - SHA
1 stop13h 10mXiamenAir
Thu 6/214:10SHA - PEN
1 stop28h 20mXiamenAir
Deal found 16/1RM 1,219
Thu 20/323:55PEN - SHA
1 stop12h 20mChina Southern
Sun 23/308:50SHA - PEN
1 stop13h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 16/1RM 1,224
Sun 2/300:25PEN - PVG
Nonstop5h 20mJuneyao Airlines
Tue 11/317:40PVG - PEN
Nonstop5h 45mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 16/1RM 1,224
Thu 20/208:30PEN - PVG
Nonstop5h 20mShanghai Airlines
Sat 22/201:50PVG - PEN
Nonstop5h 40mShanghai Airlines
Deal found 16/1RM 1,246
Fri 21/310:10PEN - PVG
1 stop12h 10mSingapore Airlines
Thu 27/308:20PVG - PEN
1 stop8h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/1RM 1,255
Thu 23/107:55PEN - PVG
1 stop8h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 30/119:00PVG - PEN
1 stop24h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/1RM 1,480
Thu 20/300:55PEN - SHA
1 stop14h 25mCathay Pacific
Thu 27/322:30SHA - PEN
1 stop20h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/1RM 1,921

Find flights from Penang to Shanghai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Penang to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Sat 8/3

08:30-14:00

Nonstop5h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 15/3

06:00-20:25

1 stop14h 25m

RM 1,093

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Mon 24/3

23:55-21:15

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 31/3

13:50-22:45

1 stop8h 55m

RM 1,102

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Tue 18/2

08:10-10:10

2 stops26h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 27/2

15:50-07:35

2 stops15h 45m

RM 1,161

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Thu 30/1

19:40-08:50

1 stop13h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/2

14:10-18:30

1 stop28h 20m

RM 1,219

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Sun 2/3

00:25-05:45

Nonstop5h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/3

17:40-23:25

Nonstop5h 45m

RM 1,224

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Thu 20/2

08:30-13:50

Nonstop5h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 22/2

01:50-07:30

Nonstop5h 40m

RM 1,246

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Fri 21/3

10:10-22:20

1 stop12h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 27/3

08:20-17:10

1 stop8h 50m

RM 1,255

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Thu 30/1

09:05-00:25

1 stop15h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/2

18:05-22:45

1 stop28h 40m

RM 1,381

PenangShanghai

PEN - PVG

PENPVG

Penang Intl

Thu 23/1

07:55-16:15

1 stop8h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 30/1

19:00-19:00

1 stop24h 00m

RM 1,480

PenangShanghai

PEN - SHA

PENSHA

Penang Intl

Thu 20/3

00:55-15:20

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 27/3

22:30-19:00

1 stop20h 30m

RM 1,921

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Best time to book a flight from Penang to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Penang to Shanghai

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

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 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Penang to Shanghai is 73 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 17 January 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Penang to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 10% 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 Sunday afternoons 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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from PEN to CN2 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 17 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Juneyao Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and Cathay Pacific from Penang to Shanghai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,327 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
826 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

China Eastern
7.0
Good
134 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
737 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

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 3 daily outbound flights to Shanghai from 10 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 1,102. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by XiamenAir and Juneyao Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at RM 1,219 and RM 1,224, respectively. China Southern is priced at 27% 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 China Southern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as RM 522. Users have also found prices from RM 1,012 and RM 1,102 on Juneyao Airlines and XiamenAir, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Penang to Shanghai are Juneyao Airlines (98%), Shanghai Airlines (70%) and China Eastern (70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Penang to Shanghai?

    While on average a flight from Penang to Shanghai is generally RM 2,689, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is RM 565. When looking at the most popular route, (Penang Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), you can expect to pay RM 904 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 Singapore. Guangzhou 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 Singapore?

    Masjid Sultan, Sentosa, and South Bridge Road are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Travellers on a stopover Singapore can visit Masjid Sultan, Sentosa, and South Bridge Road, by traveling 15.7 km, 21.6 km, and 17.8 km, respectively after landing at Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can rent one for about RM 371 per day.

  • 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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AirAsiaCheapestRM 270AverageRM 868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 848AverageRM 1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 903AverageRM 1,567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 921AverageRM 1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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ScootCheapestRM 954AverageRM 1,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Shanghai AirlinesCheapestRM 1,076AverageRM 1,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,081AverageRM 1,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapestRM 1,117AverageRM 1,717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 1,205AverageRM 1,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapestRM 1,218AverageRM 1,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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