£123 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 and start at £123 for one-way flights and £231 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Xiamen Airlines
Mon, 1 Sep - Fri, 5 Sep
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
SHA
Shanghai
£231 Return, found 10 hours ago
£231
Return
found 10 hours ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Mon, 1 Sep from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, returning Fri, 5 Sep, priced at £231 found 10 hours ago
China Southern Airlines
Wed, 1 Oct - Thu, 9 Oct
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
SHA
Shanghai
£237 Return, found 2 days ago
£237
Return
found 2 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Wed, 1 Oct from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, returning Thu, 9 Oct, priced at £237 found 2 days ago
Air China
Thu, 25 Sep - Sun, 5 Oct
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
SHA
Shanghai
£285 Return, found 20 hours ago
£285
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select Air China flight, departing Thu, 25 Sep from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, returning Sun, 5 Oct, priced at £285 found 20 hours ago

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

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From £139 - £251 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, Air Macau Company, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines
Return price
£171
Distance
3774 km

Compare flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai easily and book with confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai. Operating between them flights per day, 8 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Hongqiao Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Hongqiao Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl. (KUL) to Hongqiao Intl. (SHA)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Hongqiao Intl. start at just £231 and range up to £285.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai
  • booking your flight during September, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl. to Hongqiao Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

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 £231. 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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Kuala Lumpur to Pudong Intl.
£171.20
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