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.
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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)
Reserve a hotel near SHA if you have a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and discover parts of Shanghai that aren't in every guidebook. Book your wheels with Hertz.
Improve your chances of getting the best possible rate by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport several weeks in advance is a smart idea.
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.