Cheapest Direct Flight
Batik Air Malaysia
26 Sep, Sat
Kuala Lumpur – Shanghai
5h 20m
Non-stop
KUL–PVG
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Quick Flight Summary from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price 290 SAR
- Direct flight duration 5 hour 20 min
- Arrival airports SHA / PVG
- Best days to book Thursday, Friday
- Average over the last 30 days 540 SAR
Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai
Batik Air Malaysia
24 Sep, Thu
Kuala Lumpur – Shanghai
5h 20m
Non-stop
KUL–PVG
Batik Air Malaysia
22 Sep, Tue
Kuala Lumpur – Shanghai
5h 20m
Non-stop
KUL–PVG
Spring Airlines
27 Sep, Sun
Kuala Lumpur – Shanghai
5h 30m
Non-stop
KUL–PVG
Spring Airlines
25 Sep, Fri
Kuala Lumpur – Shanghai
5h 30m
Non-stop
KUL–PVG
Airasia X
23 Sep, Wed
Kuala Lumpur – Shanghai
5h 40m
Non-stop
KUL–PVG
Batik Air Malaysia
1 Oct, Thu
Kuala Lumpur – Shanghai
5h 20m
Non-stop
KUL–PVG
Batik Air Malaysia
23 Oct, Fri
Kuala Lumpur – Shanghai
5h 20m
Non-stop
KUL–PVG
China Southern Airlines
28 Sep, Mon
Kuala Lumpur – Shanghai
9h
1 stop
KUL–SHA
Last update: 21 September 2026 20:32
Estimated Prices for Kuala Lumpur to Shanghai Flights
Cheapest Day26 September Saturday
Best Price
281 SAR
Average Price
637 SAR
1,822 SAR
281 SAR
Key Features of the Airlines
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- 30kg Free Baggage
- Full Service Included
- Full Service with Meals
- 23kg Free Baggage
- SkyTeam Member
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from Kuala Lumpur City Center
Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport
Located about 45 km from the city center, KLIA is accessible by bus, train, taxi, and rental car. Each one of these methods of transportation offer their own advantages and provide passengers with a convenient way to get to the airport.
Taxi
Taxis are available everywhere in the city and provide quick transportation from the city center to KLIA. Although taxis are a bit more expensive the fact that they are one of the fastest ways of getting to the airport makes it cost-effective. Taxis are among the most reliable transportation alternatives to get to the airport.
Bus
Buses are another method of transportation you can choose to get to KLIA from the city center. Buses are a more affordable option when compared to other transportation alternatives but they are also a slower option.
Train
Another way to get to KLIA from the city center is by train. Trains are an economic and comfortable transportation alternative to get to the airport. There are normal or express trains that you can take at the Central Train Station, or various train stations in the city. These trains provide easy access to the airport.
Rental Car
One of the most comfortable methods of transportation to get to KLIA is by rental car. You can rent a car with or without a driver. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Kasina Baru, Hertz, Pantas, Mayflower, Orix, Insas Pacific and Avis.
Airport Information
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Sepang district, 45 km from Malaysia’s capital, Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is also referred to as KLIA. KLIA operates both domestic and international flights. KLIA is the busiest airport in both Malaysia and Southeast Asia. The airport terminal buildings provide passenger services and are used for both domestic and international air travel. KLIA also contains services and amenities to meet passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs. The airport is also equipped with a hotel to meet any accommodation needs passengers might have.
The airport contains a pharmacy, ATMs, internet, lost and found, lounges, meeting rooms, massage and personal care services, and rental car offices. There are also a variety of stores where you can go shopping and restaurants, cafes, and bars where you can enjoy a bite to eat and something to drink.
The airport features many stores where you can go shopping, including Eraman Duty Free, Alfred Dunhill, Bally, Bonita, Giordino, Flying Nomad, Milano, Pedro, Pandora, Rolex, Thomas Sabo, Voir Gallery, Barry Smith, Alianto, Machines, Samsonite, Cigar Divan, Heritage and Royal Selangor.
Venues where you can enjoy something to eat or drink include Delifrance, Bar Metropole, Cafe Barbera, Burger King, Food Garden, KFC, Marrybrown, McDonalds, Popeyes, 7-Eleven, Baskin Robbins, Hot & Roll, Bibik Heritage, Flight Club, Fukuya, Bumbu Desa, Eden, Nööödles, Taste of India and Secret Recipe.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport was the main international airport of Kuala Lumpur, until Kuala Lumpur International Airport was opened. Today Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport serves general aviation and turboprop flights. The airport is used for charter flights and domestic and international turboprop flights. Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport is located about 30 km from the Kuala Lumpur city center.
Taxi
The most common transportation alternative to get to the airport from the city center is by taxi. Taxis might not be the most affordable option but they are the fastest. The total trip from the city center takes about 40 minutes.
Bus
Buses are another way to get to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport. You can get on a bus in the city center and easily get to the airport. Buses are a more affordable method of transportation compared to other alternatives. However buses are not as fast as taking a taxi or driving yourselves.
Rental Car
One of the most comfortable ways to get to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport is by rental car. There are various rental car companies that have offices in the city center. By renting a car you can get to the airport in a short amount of time. If you don’t know the roads very well, we recommend renting a car that is equipped with a navigation system.
Airport Information
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, also referred to as Subang Airport, is located in the Subang suburb of the Petaling District. The airport served as the main international airport of Kuala Lumpur until Kuala Lumpur International Airport opened. Since then Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has been operating general aviation and turboprop flights. The airport operates regional flights to Indonesia, Thailand, and Singapore.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport operates Firefly Airlines and Malindo Air flights to various regional destinations as it serves as the hub for Firefly, and Malindo Air commercial turboprop flights. The airport features basic services to meet passengers’ needs as well as cafes and eating and drinking venues.
Transportation to Shanghai City Center from Airport
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport
Shanghai is the most populated city in China, which is the most populated country in the world. With a population of about 20 million, Shanghai is home to the world’s busiest cargo port, which attracts millions of industrialists, businessmen, and investors to the city every year. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located 13 km from the city center, in the Changning district, and handled about 40 million passengers in 2014. The airport is the city’s main domestic airport, serving few international flights to nearby areas.
Rail
The Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station is located right next to Terminal 2 at the airport. The station features 2 major lines that run through it, connecting the city with the airport in a very convenient way. Passengers who want to get to the city center from the airport by train need to take Line 2 or Line 10, which take about 19 to 22 minutes to get to the city center.
Airport Bus
Due to its close proximity to the city center accessing Hongqiao Airport by road is very convenient, except during rush hour. To get to the city center from the airport you can use bus line 941 during the day. Bus line 941 provides transportation to the central train station. If you land at night you have to use night bus 316 to get to the city center.
Taxi
The airport is located 13 km from People’s Square in the city center. Therefore most passengers prefer to take a taxi from the airport to the city. The total time can vary depending on the traffic but on average it takes about 30 minutes to get to the city center. Taxis are located by exit number 4 at Terminal 2.
Rental Car
The fact that the airport is located in such close proximity to the city center and many other areas makes renting a car an attractive alternative. The rental car offices are located in Terminal 2. To get to the city from the airport go south on Hongyu Road and connect to the G50 Expressway, which goes east. This will connect you to the Yan’an Road, which goes directly to the People’s Square, passing by Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Times Square.
Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport
Located 30 km from the city center, Pudong International Airport is the city’s main international airport. The airport is located in the Pudong district and is an important international hub for Air China.
Rail
Shanghai is an important city in terms of tourism and trade and it features an advanced rail network that continues to evolve. The rail system is an important transportation alternative, providing access to the People’s Square, which is located in the city center, the train station, and the World Trade Center.
You can get to the city center by taking the Maglev train from the airport to Longyang Station. From here transfer to metro line 2, which will take you to the city center. During certain times of the year metro line 2 will extend all the way to the airport, making direct access between the city center and the airport a possibility. Using the rail system you can get to the city center in about an hour and a half.
Bus
Buses aren’t a very popular method of transportation to the city center when you take the changing traffic conditions into consideration. However, buses are a viable transportation alternative if you’re traveling to coastal towns and the surrounding areas. Buses to the city center from the airport can take up to 2 hours. The S1 Yingbin bus is the most commonly used; the bus has a total of 4 stops before reaching the main train station.
Taxi
Taxis are not the most preferred method of transportation due to the heavy traffic conditions in the city. English is not widely spoken in the city so we recommend that you have the name of your destination written down in Chinese handy. Taxis take about 40 minutes to get to the city center; this can vary depending on the traffic.
Rental Car
Renting a car is another alternative to get to the city center from the airport. There are various rental car companies located in the arrivals terminal at the airport. To get to the city center from the airport take Huaxia expressway to the North-South expressway. This will take you over the Huangpu River to People’s Square, and over Wusong River to the main train station.
Shanghai Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Monday
21 Sep
29°21°
Today
Tuesday
22 Sep
30°22°
Wednesday
23 Sep
30°21°
Thursday
24 Sep
30°25°
Friday
25 Sep
32°24°
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For Kuala Lumpur-Shanghai flights, you can use Kuala Lumpur Intl. Airport, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, KL Sentral Railway Station as departure airport, and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport, Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Kuala Lumpur-Shanghai and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Kuala Lumpur-Shanghai and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Kuala Lumpur-Shanghai is 3746 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 4 hour 40 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Kuala Lumpur-Shanghai flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Kuala Lumpur-Shanghai flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Kuala Lumpur-Shanghai flights is Friday.
Kuala Lumpur-Shanghai: which airline is better value on this route?
Kuala Lumpur-Shanghai: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Batik Air Malaysia starts from approximately 281 SAR.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Batik Air Malaysia | 281 SAR | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / Paid Change / Partial Refund |
 Airasia X | 323 SAR | — |
 Spring Airlines | 306 SAR | — |
 China Eastern Airlines | 680 SAR | 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) |
 Xiamen Airlines | 665 SAR | 1 piece cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund |
 Vietnam Airlines | 1,688 SAR | 1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments |
 China Airlines | 1,092 SAR | 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments |
 China Southern Airlines | 495 SAR | — |
 Sichuan Airlines | 749 SAR | — |
 Shandong Airlines | 500 SAR | — |
 Vietjet | 516 SAR | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (56x36x23 cm cm) |
 Hainan Airlines | 653 SAR | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece checked baggage / Paid Change / Partial Refund |
Last update: 17.09.2026
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