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Airlines Flying from Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu

Choose from 3 carriers that fly from Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu, including AirAsia,Shanghai Airlines,and Malaysia Airlines.Enjoy the cheapest tickets on this route with AirAsia.
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Flight deals from Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu

Find direct flights from Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu within the next three months. Book one-way flights from £84 or return tickets from £184.

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Flight Information from Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu

The distance between Shanghai and Kota Kinabalu is about 2,852.32km. It takes around 4 hours 33 minutes on average to fly from Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu. The most popular month to Kota Kinabalu is June. The off-season for travel is April.

Cheapest one-way flight price £58
Cheapest return ticket price £118
Off-season travel month April
Peak season for travel June
Flight distance 2,852.32km
Average flight time 4 hours 33 minutes
Popular airline AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia)

Find the best time to fly from Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu

The best time to book the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu is between Aug 3 and Aug 10. One-way ticket prices start at £58 according to our flight calendar.

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FAQ

  • When are flight tickets from Shanghai (SHA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) the cheapest?

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

  • How much are flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around £262.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai (SHA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)?

    It takes about 4 hours 33 minutes to fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Shanghai (SHA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)?

    Airlines with flights from Shanghai (SHA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI): China Eastern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia).

  • How many airports in Kota Kinabalu (BKI)?

    There are 1 airport(s) in Kota Kinabalu (BKI): Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

How to find a cheap flight from Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu

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Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight from Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu.
Simply tap "Date" on the flight search bar to browse through the calendar and check out airfare from Shanghai to Kota Kinabalu over the next 6 months in 2025. If you're planning to fly within the next three months, it looks like the most affordable option is on Tue, Aug 26, with one-way flights priced at just £84.
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