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Flight Info | Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur

Cheapest one-way flight price AED 340
Cheapest return ticket price AED 566
Off-season for travel April
Peak season for travel June
Flight distance 3,731.25 km
Average flight time 5 hours 32 minutes
Popular airline Sichuan Airlines

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AED 1,120.

  • How long does it take to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL)?

    It takes about 5 hours 32 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL)?

    Airlines with flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL): China Southern Airlines, AirAsia X, China Eastern Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Shanghai Airlines.

  • How many airports are there in Kuala Lumpur (KUL)?

    There are 2 airport(s) near Kuala Lumpur (KUL): Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport.

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