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Cheapest round-trip
$240
Typical prices: $227-$318
Shenzhen Airlines
Wed 10/17Wed 10/24
KUL - SHA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$125
Typical prices: $139-$217
Shenzhen Airlines
Fri 10/19
KUL - SHA • 1 stop
Nonstop 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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Cheapest • Avg $234 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Hongqiao Intl (KUL-SHA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Hongqiao Intl

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:45 pm - 2:25 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 40m1 stop Shenzhen
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3:35 pm - 12:20 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
20h 45m1 stop Shenzhen
$240Shenzhen Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:45 pm - 10:30 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 45m1 stop Shenzhen
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3:35 pm - 2:05 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
10h 30m1 stop Shenzhen
$240Shenzhen Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
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7:45 pm - 2:25 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 40m1 stop Shenzhen
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12:45 pm - 12:20 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
23h 35m1 stop Shenzhen
$240Shenzhen Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
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7:45 pm - 3:20 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 35m1 stop Shenzhen
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8:40 pm - 12:20 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
15h 40m1 stop Shenzhen
$244Shenzhen Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:45 pm - 3:20 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 35m1 stop Shenzhen
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4:35 pm - 12:20 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
19h 45m1 stop Shenzhen
$245Shenzhen Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26
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7:45 pm - 2:25 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 40m1 stop Shenzhen
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8:40 pm - 12:20 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
15h 40m1 stop Shenzhen
$245Shenzhen Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:45 pm - 2:25 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
18h 40m1 stop Shenzhen
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4:35 pm - 2:05 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
9h 30m1 stop Shenzhen
$245Shenzhen Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:45 pm - 10:30 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 45m1 stop Shenzhen
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3:35 pm - 2:05 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
10h 30m1 stop Shenzhen
$245Shenzhen Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
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1:20 am - 3:55 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 35m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
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10:45 pm - 2:45 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
16h 00m2 stops Xi'an Xianyang Kunming Changshui
$441China Eastern
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 13
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1:20 am - 3:55 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
14h 35m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
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8:00 pm - 2:30 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
30h 30m1 stop Kunming Changshui
$444China 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 round-trip flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport start at $240. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $227 to $318. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $240 on Shenzhen Airlines.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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 $135 round-trip.
•February ($330) and December ($319) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 144% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$125
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% lower on average.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

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

    A nonstop flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 0h 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?

    Round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport range from $227 to $318, with an average of $272 over the past 12 months. Anything below $227 counts as a good deal.

  • 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, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $240 to $1,779. 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 $241, which is 50% 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:

    • Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Shenzhen (SZX) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Wuhan (WUH) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $247 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $294, a difference of $47. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover 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 at 8h 25m, compared with 10h 11m 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 Shanghai Disneyland, French Concession and People's Square. 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 can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $247 - about $47 less than Wednesday (16% savings) based on the 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 $135 round-trip in that month - typically $195 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
    - Hyatt Place Shanghai Hongqiao Cbd
    - 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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