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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kuala Lumpur.165 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia X and VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 165 €, select.
Kuala Lumpur.166 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia X and Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 166 €, select.
Kuala Lumpur.168 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia X and VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 168 €, select.
Kuala Lumpur.169 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 169 €, select.
Kuala Lumpur.172 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 172 €, select.
Kuala Lumpur.172 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 172 €, select.
Kuala Lumpur.173 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Thu, 27 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 173 €, select.
Kuala Lumpur.173 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec, returning Tue, 6 Jan.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From 173 €, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
from 230 €
Jul
from 209 €
Aug
from 191 €
Sep
from 166 €
Oct
from 165 €
Nov
from 173 €
Dec
from 172 €
Jan
from 175 €
Feb
from 183 €
Mar
from 184 €
Apr
from 175 €
May
from 191 €

Direct flights from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International

Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kuala Lumpur International.

Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found165 €
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time5 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week66

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International is 165 €. 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.
5 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International.
China Eastern, Malaysia Airlines and Shanghai Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International.
As of June 2025, there are 66 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Wednesday, 8 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 35 minutes.
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 Kuala Lumpur International 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kuala Lumpur is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kuala Lumpur International is AirAsia X .

Flying from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): What you need to know

  • Get your trip planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the main airports in Shanghai.

  • Take a direct Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 35 minutes.

  • Shanghai and Kuala Lumpur (where Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.

  • The most popular route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), with 49 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from PVG to KUL is the 12:10am Shanghai Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 7:15pm with China Eastern Airlines.

  • Your flight from Shanghai to KUL won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Get to your destination in one go from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) can be booked from here.

  • You'll have your choice of carriers that offer direct flights from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport leaving from PVG. Reserve your trip with one of these:

  • Shanghai Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from PVG to KUL.

  • AirAsia X is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Shanghai to KUL departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • Of the flights that depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% arrive on time at their destination.

  • The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, check out these options when setting off from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)

    • Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • The drive from central Shanghai to SHA generally takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 14 kilometres.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Shanghai to KUL flight? Check in to a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:

  • The majority of flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport land at their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 85.58%.

  • The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur

  • The centre of Kuala Lumpur is roughly 48 kilometres from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour.

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

  • 68 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. A return flight starts from 165 €. These prices can change based on demand and availability.

  • To find cheap flights from Shanghai to KUL, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.

  • Affordable Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Shanghai to KUL.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). August is when most people travel to Kuala Lumpur. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in February.

  • The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Shanghai to KUL plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

More about Kuala Lumpur

  • Start your Kuala Lumpur trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:

  • You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Kuala Lumpur when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at PETRONAS Tower 2 followed by Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Tower take photo point.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kuala Lumpur is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres south-east of Kuala Lumpur, a trip to Johor Bahru will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Pasar Malam, Raja Maha Mariamman Temple and Grand Palace Park (Istana Besar).

  • Around 225 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh is another essential stop in Malaysia. No visit is complete without checking out Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Ipoh Old Town.

Plan the rest of your trip from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur

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