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Cheapest return flight
£180
Typical prices: £173-£232
China Southern
Tue 9/1Sun 14/1
KUL - SHA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£153
Typical prices: £102-£137
Shenzhen Airlines
Wed 26/12
KUL - SHA • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 51% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £174 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Hongqiao Intl (KUL-SHA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Hongqiao Intl

Sat, 9 Jan - Thu, 14 Jan
China Southern Logo
17:15 - 09:15KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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14:30 - 00:30SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
10h 00m1 stop Shenzhen
£180China Southern
Mon, 22 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
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18:20 - 14:15KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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19:50 - 14:40SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
18h 50m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
£194China Southern
Sun, 21 Mar - Fri, 26 Mar
Shandong Airlines Logo
03:30 - 19:05KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
15h 35m1 stop Jinan
Shandong Airlines Logo
20:10 - 02:30SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
30h 20m1 stop Jinan
£204Shandong Airlines
Sat, 28 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
19:40 - 16:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 45m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
20:40 - 12:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
15h 25m1 stop Shenzhen
£217Shenzhen Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
03:05 - 16:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
13h 20m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
11:40 - 02:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
14h 25m1 stop Shenzhen
£218Shenzhen Airlines
Sat, 14 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
03:05 - 19:15KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 10m1 stop Shenzhen
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15:35 - 02:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
10h 30m1 stop Shenzhen
£218Shenzhen Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec
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13:15 - 22:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
8h 55m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
17:35 - 02:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
8h 30m1 stop Shenzhen
£243Shenzhen Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
03:05 - 19:15KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
16h 10m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
17:35 - 02:05SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
8h 30m1 stop Shenzhen
£243Shenzhen Airlines
Mon, 22 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
China Eastern Logo
15:45 - 10:55KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 10m1 stop Kunming Changshui
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22:45 - 14:45SHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
16h 00m2 stops Xi'an Xianyang Kunming Changshui
£291China Eastern
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Return flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport typically range from £173 to £232. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £180 on China Southern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport at £99 return.
•February (£246) and December (£234) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 148% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

£153
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 82% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

When to book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Hongqiao Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Hongqiao Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • How long is a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 2,344 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport range from £173 to £232, with an average of £203 over the past 12 months. Anything below £173 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the £203 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £180 to £1,338. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £204, which is 73% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport usually depart from Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Shenzhen (SZX) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Wuhan (WUH) – 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £189 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £219, a difference of £30.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 57m, compared to 10h 03m via Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) and 10h 44m via Wuhan (WUH).

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Yu Yuan Garden. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How can I travel from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to the city centre?

    There are many modes of public transport that passengers can use to reach the city centre in addition to taxis and rental cars. Accessed from both Terminal 1 and 2 is the maglev, which operates in 15 min intervals and takes passengers to the outskirts of Shanghai in roughly 8 min, with Longyang Rd being the final destination. The cost for the maglev is ¥50 (≈ RM 30). Another option is hopping on a local bus. Destinations, times, and fares vary by bus line and more information can be found inside the arrivals hall of the airport or on the airport’s website. Furthermore, Line 2 of the metro runs between the airport and Guanglan Road station with a total travel time of roughly an hour. The first train starts at 6:00 while the last train departs at 22:00. Fares depend on kilometres travelled.

  • How can I travel from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to the city centre?

    Passengers flying into SHA have several transportation options, including metro, bus, and taxi. A 30 min taxi ride into People's Square in the city centre costs ¥60 (≈ RM 36). Alternatively, metro Line 10 passes through Terminals 1 and 2 of the airport and serves a variety of destinations in the city, including the Xuhui, Minhang, Huangpu, Changning, Zhabei, Yangpu, and Hongkou districts. A ticket for the entire length of the line costs ¥6 (≈ RM 3.50). Finally, 10 local bus lines take passengers from the airport to various destinations in the city. The Hongqiao Airport Bus travels directly from the airport to downtown in about an hour and costs between ¥1-30 (≈ RM 0.60-30).

Your guide to booking Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average £189, about £30 less than Wednesday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip for September. Fares historically average £99 return in that month – typically £147 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

    • Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
    • Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
  • If you’re looking for a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Shanghai, you will need to fly into Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) instead of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) as the airlines serving this direct route only fly into PVG. Both Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia X fly direct to PVG.
  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport is closer to the city centre for travellers who don’t mind flying from KUL with one or more stopovers. The airport is located about 13 km west of the city while Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located about 30 km from the centre.
  • If flying into PVG, passengers should note that Wi-Fi can only be accessed by those with a Chinese phone number. However, there are various machines located in the international terminal that can print an access code for you so you can make use of the free Wi-Fi.

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