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You can fly direct with Juneyao Airlines and Shanghai Airlines. Average duration is 5h 11m
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PEN - SHA
Cheapest • 6% average savings
PEN - PVG
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Juneyao Airlines
Most punctual • 92% on-time
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Best time • Fewest delays
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26 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 14% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
Cheapest • Avg RM 1,183 (return)
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Shortest trip • 8h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Penang to Shanghai (PEN-SHA)

 
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Penang to Shanghai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Penang to Shanghai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Penang to Shanghai. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Penang to Shanghai?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Penang to Shanghai at RM 1,159 return.
•December (RM 1,580) and August (RM 1,514) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 36% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Penang to Shanghai the cheapest?

Flights from Penang to Shanghai are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Penang to Shanghai flights

Low season

July
Beat the crowds with an average 63% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 75% increase in traveller numbers.

When to book flights from Penang to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Penang to Shanghai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Penang to Shanghai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Penang to Shanghai?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Penang to Shanghai:

    • Earliest: departs at 00:05 and lands at 05:16
    • Latest: departs at 08:30 and lands at 13:41.

    The flight takes about 5h 11m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Penang to Shanghai?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Penang to Shanghai:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Penang to Shanghai?

    A direct flight from Penang to Shanghai takes 5h 11m, covering 5,844 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Penang to Shanghai?

    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 Penang to Shanghai flight?

    Return flights from Penang to Shanghai range from RM 1,127 to RM 1,680, with an average of RM 1,355 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 1,127 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Penang to Shanghai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the RM 1,355 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Penang to Shanghai?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average RM 1,183 return via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), compared with RM 1,373 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Penang to Shanghai?

    Juneyao Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Shanghai Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Penang to Shanghai flights are:

    • Juneyao Airlines: 92% on time
    • Shanghai Airlines: 86% on time
    • Spring Airlines: 82% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 88% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Penang to Shanghai?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge RM 280–RM 408 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Penang to Shanghai spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Penang to Shanghai flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Penang to Shanghai?

    Flights from Penang to Shanghai usually depart from Penang Intl (PEN) and may arrive at several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Penang to Shanghai?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Penang to Shanghai?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Penang to Shanghai route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 50m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Penang to Shanghai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Penang to Shanghai most commonly connect through:

    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Penang to Shanghai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Penang to Shanghai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at RM 1,306 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at RM 1,453, a difference of RM 147.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Penang to Shanghai?

    2 airlines operate flights between Penang and Shanghai. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Juneyao Airlines
    • Shanghai Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Penang to Shanghai?

    Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 55m, compared to 9h 02m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and 11h 16m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai are People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai Grand Stage. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Penang to Shanghai flights?

    Among airlines operating Penang to Shanghai flights:

    • Spring Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Penang to Shanghai flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • China Eastern: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Juneyao Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Spring Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Penang to Shanghai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average RM 1,306, about RM 147 less than Sunday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Penang to Shanghai trip for January. Fares historically average RM 1,159 return in that month – typically RM 420 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Juneyao Airlines. Over the past three months, 92% of Juneyao Airlines flights from Penang to Shanghai arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 88%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 50m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages RM 1,183 return on this route – about RM 190 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

    • Dazhong Airport Hotel
    • Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Shanghai Pudong Airport

    Near Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

    • Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Boyue Hotel - Airchina
    • Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao

Prefer to fly direct from Penang Intl to Shanghai?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Penang Intl Airport to Shanghai, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Penang Intl to Shanghai

Monday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

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Tuesday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Wednesday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Thursday

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Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Friday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Saturday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Sunday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

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Shanghai to Penang Intl

Monday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Tuesday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Wednesday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Thursday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Friday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Saturday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

Sunday

Juneyao Airlines,Shanghai Airlines

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