Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Shanghai (SHA)

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Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Shanghai (SHA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air Macau Company
Tue, 26 Aug. - Wed, 3 Sep.
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
SHA
Shanghai
AU$431 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$431
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Air Macau Company flight, departing Tue, 26 Aug. from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, returning Wed, 3 Sep., priced at AU$431 found 5 days ago
Xiamen Airlines
Mon, 8 Sep. - Tue, 16 Sep.
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
SHA
Shanghai
AU$512 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$512
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Mon, 8 Sep. from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, returning Tue, 16 Sep., priced at AU$512 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Shanghai (SHA)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$286 - AU$516 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai route information
Origin airport
Kuala Lumpur Intl.
Destination airport
Pudong Intl.
Airlines serving
Air China, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Xiamen Airlines
Return price
AU$360
Distance
3774 km

Your quick guide to flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Pick up great flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

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Find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$431 to AU$512, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Shanghai is normally in August.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from KUL to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price available for a round-trip journey between Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport was AU$431. Great fares don't hang around forever, so book yours today. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from KUL to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport?
The majority of flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee varies between airlines. If you do have to cancel your escape, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from KUL to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Kuala Lumpur Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport?
Around 3 800 kilometres separates Sepang and China, so pack something to help you while away a couple of hours. That novel you haven't had time to finish will do the trick.
Which airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport?
At present, no airlines offer direct flights from Kuala Lumpur Airport to Hongqiao Intl. Airport (SHA). You'll need to book a flight with one or more stops. To score the best price and connections, lock in your fare well in advance.
Are Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport (KUL) to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices always go up and down, so there are no guarantees. While last-minute flight deals between KUL and SHA are of course possible, it also makes sense to keep an eye on prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers advertise their prices up to 12 months prior to the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the best airfare bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to book when prices drop.

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Shanghai Flight Deals

Shanghai

Kuala Lumpur to Pudong Intl.
AU$359.50
Kuala Lumpur Airports

Subang

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