Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur from $85

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur (SHA-KUL)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Spring Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $85 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PVG to KUL on Sat, Mar 14), while Vietnam Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $181 departing on Mon, Mar 2 and returning on Sat, Mar 7.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur with the following airlines, including: AirAsia X Berhad Juneyao Airlines Spring Airlines Malaysia Airlines China Eastern Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 5 hours 43 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL).

• When is the best time to book flights from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 30 flight per week flying from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Malaysia Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MH389 (16:22) Juneyao Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- HO1353 (17:41)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur?

  To find best deals on flights from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Mar 14, with one-way flights priced at just $85.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Spring Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Kuala Lumpur travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur on?

  After crunching the numbers on our January flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur on January 23, 2026 with AirAsia X Berhad, with prices starting at $84.

• Which airports can I fly to for Kuala Lumpur from Shanghai?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Kuala Lumpur, with Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (PVG-KUL) is by far the most common option on this route: Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).

• Is there any time difference between Shanghai and Kuala Lumpur?

  The time difference between Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai is 0h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.