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Flight deals from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,016. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Shanghai.R 1,330 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,330, select.

Shanghai.R 1,416 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,416, select.

Shanghai.R 1,798 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,798, select.

Shanghai.R 1,881 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,881, select.

Shanghai.R 1,884 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Apr.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 3 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,884, select.

Shanghai.R 1,888 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Jan.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,888, select.

Shanghai.R 1,995 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,995, select.

Shanghai.R 2,062 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 May.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 16 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,062, select.

Shanghai.R 2,064 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Feb.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,064, select.

Shanghai.R 2,078 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,078, select.

Shanghai.R 2,084 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Jan.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,084, select.

Shanghai.R 2,120 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Dec.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,120, select.

Shanghai.R 2,120 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Feb.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,120, select.

Shanghai.R 2,120 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,120, select.

Shanghai.R 2,124 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,124, select.

Shanghai.R 2,230 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,230, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai

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Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai

Alternative Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai

Closest

from R 2,222

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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai

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from R 1,330

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Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 1,330
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	5 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airline	Shanghai Airlines
Average flights per week	103

Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Shanghai?

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.

How much are return flights from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai is R 2,782. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai?

5 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai.

Which airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai?

Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai.

How many flights are there a week from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai?

As of July 2026, there are 309 flights per week flying from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai is usually September.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Shanghai?

If you're flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from R 2,782.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai on Monday, 28 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 30 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Shanghai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Shanghai?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai with?

Currently, AirAsia X offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Shanghai: what you need to know

Around 5 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai.
Shanghai and Kuala Lumpur (where Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located) are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Pick from 71 services a week between Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). This is the most popular flight route.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your KUL to Shanghai flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Begin your journey at KUL and fly nonstop to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai tickets.
Multiple airlines operate direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai. The most well-known include:
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from KUL to Shanghai with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
- Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
- Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
The journey from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to KUL:
When it comes to Kuala Lumpur International Airport's on-time performance, 59% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Shanghai

R 1,330 is currently the best price for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai flight. A return plane ticket starts at R 2,782. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book two months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from KUL to Shanghai.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
You don't need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from KUL to Shanghai.
Save money on your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PVG:
Reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from KUL to Shanghai. If you're travelling during a busy period, book even earlier to get the best possible rate.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

The centre of Shanghai is around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 40 minutes.
After stepping off your KUL to Shanghai flight, kick back at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from SHA in advance so you can just get the keys and go.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

February is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai. To escape the crowds, head to Shanghai in December.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from KUL to Shanghai around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Shanghai

When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Shanghai right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Museum and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are top attractions which should feature on any good Shanghai itinerary.

Explore more of China

Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai, Puyang is another favourite stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.