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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai Hongqiao? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai Hongqiao flights are currently cheapest in September.

Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai Hongqiao: Alternative routes

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

Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found202 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai Hongqiao is 202 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai Hongqiao. But we found flights with one or more stops from 202 €.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai Hongqiao.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to Shanghai Hongqiao is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport on Wednesday, 3 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Hongqiao 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 Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Shenzhen Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Hongqiao.

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

  • Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai are in the same timezone, UTC+8.

  • To ensure you get on your KUL to SHA flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. These are the top stopovers between KUL and SHA:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport

    • Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport

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

  • 108 € is currently the best price for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight. Return flights start at 202 €. These fares can change depending on availability.

  • It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from KUL to SHA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.

  • Picking up cheap flights from KUL to SHA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.

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

Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • 58.65% of flights taking off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • To reach Kuala Lumpur International Airport from central Kuala Lumpur, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 4 hours 30 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near KUL? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Getting from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to central Shanghai

  • SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

  • From Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Shanghai. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Shanghai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KUL to SHA in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in China, head for Suzhou, about 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are the start of reasons to visit.

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