Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur flights
Direct and connecting flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur take?
Flight time from Shanghai (PVG) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur?
Airline availability for PVG to KUL changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Kuala Lumpur?
Direct (nonstop) availability on PVG to KUL varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Shanghai Airlines5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Malaysia Airlines5-yr attributed events: 3Last 90 days: none recorded
- Spring Airlines5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Shanghai Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Malaysia Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Spring Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning PVG → KUL
PVG to KUL is a medium-haul route of 3,797 km (2,359 mi). See the return KUL → PVG route.
Alternative airports near Shanghai: Shanghai (SHA) — 45 km.
Alternative airports near Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur (SZB) — 46 km, Malacca (MKZ) — 81 km.