Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$105

AirAsia X

Direct flight

5h 25m

01/15/2027

The cheapest one-way flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai departs on 01/15/2027, is operated by AirAsia X and costs $105

Cheapest round trip flight

$228

China Southern Airlines

1 layover

1d 5h 35m

01/01/2027

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai departs on 01/01/2027, is operated by China Southern Airlines and costs $228

The fastest flight

5h 20m

Fastest flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai takes 5h 20m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

7:05 AM

Latest flight

1:55 AM

Average flight duration

5h 33m

Direct flights count

84

Distance

3748km

Timezone difference

0h

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai is 3748km (2324 miles). The average flight duration is 5h 33m. There are 84 direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai. Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai are in the same time zone. Flights from Kuala Lumpur begin at 7:05 AM. The latest flight from Kuala Lumpur departs at 1:55 AM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai by month

The minimum one-way ticket price from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai is $80 (October 2026), while the maximum is $186 (July 2027). On average, a ticket costs $126–$127.

October 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$80

July 2027

Highest price

on average:

$186

Avg Price

Price dynamics

Prices on the Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai route are consistently going up. From October 2026 to September 2027, tickets went from $80 to $127 — a 58% increase. This trend is worth considering when planning your trip.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

The most significant price increase was from January 2027 to July 2027 — up 65%. The best time to fly is October 2026–November 2026, when the average price is $104. In June 2027–July 2027, tickets cost around $161.

Best time to buy

Given the rising prices, it's best not to delay your purchase. Flying in October 2026–November 2026 can save you up to 35% compared to the most expensive months.

Price predictability

Price variation across months on this route is 19.5%. Your choice of departure month significantly affects the total flight cost.

Airlines operating on route

The Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai route is served by a wide range of airlines: 12 in total, including AirAsia X, Spring Airlines, Malindo Air, Shandong Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Hainan Airlines, VietjetAir, Philippine Airlines, and AirAsia. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $105. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

starting at $105

starting at $111

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starting at $139

China Southern Airlines

starting at $141

starting at $146

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starting at $183

starting at $193

Non-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/15/2027

Departure

Direct flight

D7330

starting at $105

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/13/2027

Departure

Direct flight

D7330

starting at $105

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/06/2027

Departure

Direct flight

D7330

starting at $105

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/07/2027

Departure

Direct flight

D7330

starting at $105

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/08/2027

Departure

Direct flight

D7330

starting at $108

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/20/2027

Departure

Direct flight

D7330

starting at $108

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/01/2027

Departure

Direct flight

D7330

starting at $110

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/16/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C6524

starting at $111

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/05/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C6516

starting at $112

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

03/28/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C6524

starting at $112

Schedule of direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Of the 5 airlines on the Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai route, only one flies every day: AirAsia X flies every day. Shanghai Airlines flies every day except Saturday. Malindo Air flies every day except Sunday and Wednesday. Spring Airlines flies on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. China Southern Airlines only flies on Monday.

Spring Airlines

Su, Mo, We, and Fr

starting at $85

AirAsia X

Every day

starting at $126

Malindo Air

Mo, Tu, Th, Fr, and Sa

starting at $117

China Southern Airlines

starting at $495

Shanghai Airlines

Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr

starting at $179

Kuala Lumpur airports overview

Kuala Lumpur International Airport

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KUL

43km

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport

•

SZB

15km

•

Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

•

PVG

33km

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

•

SHA

14km

•

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

The cheapest flight ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $105

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.

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

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: October, January, February.

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

The fastest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai start from 5 hours 20 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai: AirAsia X, Spring Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

октябрь 29

Spring Airlines

$119

Alternative routes

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Cheapest one way flight

$105

AirAsia X

Direct flight

5h 25m

01/15/2027

The cheapest one-way flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai departs on 01/15/2027, is operated by AirAsia X and costs $105

Cheapest round trip flight

$228

China Southern Airlines

1 layover

1d 5h 35m

01/01/2027

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai departs on 01/01/2027, is operated by China Southern Airlines and costs $228

The fastest flight

5h 20m

Fastest flight from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai takes 5h 20m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Su, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

7:05 AM

Latest flight

1:55 AM

Average flight duration

5h 33m

Direct flights count

84

Distance

3748km

Timezone difference

0h

Price dynamics

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

Given the rising prices, it's best not to delay your purchase. Flying in October 2026–November 2026 can save you up to 35% compared to the most expensive months.

Price predictability

Price variation across months on this route is 19.5%. Your choice of departure month significantly affects the total flight cost.

starting at $105

starting at $111

starting at $124

starting at $133

starting at $139

China Southern Airlines

starting at $141

starting at $146

starting at $147

starting at $150

starting at $154

starting at $183

starting at $193

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/15/2027

Departure

Direct flight

D7330

starting at $105

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/13/2027

Departure

Direct flight

D7330

starting at $105

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/06/2027

Departure

Direct flight

D7330

starting at $105

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/07/2027

Departure

Direct flight

D7330

starting at $105

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/08/2027

Departure

Direct flight

D7330

starting at $108

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/20/2027

Departure

Direct flight

D7330

starting at $108

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/01/2027

Departure

Direct flight

D7330

starting at $110

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/16/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C6524

starting at $111

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

01/05/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C6516

starting at $112

Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai

KUL — SHA

03/28/2027

Departure

Direct flight

9C6524

starting at $112

Spring Airlines

Su, Mo, We, and Fr

starting at $85

AirAsia X

Every day

starting at $126

Malindo Air

Mo, Tu, Th, Fr, and Sa

starting at $117

China Southern Airlines

starting at $495

Shanghai Airlines

Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr

starting at $179

What is the cheapest price for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

The cheapest flight ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai according to data for the last 48 hours costs $105

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai is 2 months before departure.

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

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai can be found flying in these months: October, January, February.

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

The fastest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai start from 5 hours 20 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Kuala Lumpur — Shanghai: AirAsia X, Spring Airlines

Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Compare airlines, prices, and flight durations for your trip

Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Cheapest one way flight

$105

AirAsia X

Direct flight

5h 25m

01/15/2027

Cheapest round trip flight

$228

China Southern Airlines

1 layover

1d 5h 35m

01/01/2027

The fastest flight

5h 20m

Direct flights

Several times a week

Earliest flight

7:05 AM

Latest flight

1:55 AM

Average flight duration

5h 33m

Direct flights count

84

Distance

3748km

Timezone difference

0h

Airfare from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai by month

October 2026

on average:

$80

July 2027

on average:

$186

Price dynamics

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

Price predictability

Airlines operating on route

Non-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Schedule of direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Kuala Lumpur airports overview

Kuala Lumpur International Airport

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport

Shanghai airports overview

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai

Alternative routes

Cheapest one way flight

$105

AirAsia X

Direct flight

5h 25m

01/15/2027

Cheapest round trip flight

$228

China Southern Airlines

1 layover

1d 5h 35m

01/01/2027

The fastest flight

5h 20m

Direct flights

Several times a week

Earliest flight

7:05 AM

Latest flight

1:55 AM

Average flight duration

5h 33m

Direct flights count

84

Distance

3748km