- Cheapest fare
- US$108
- Cheapest month
- December
- Direct flights
- Yes
- Flight time
- 4h 30m
AirAsia · Fri, 25 Dec
from US$108
AirAsia
2,860 km
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Cheapest month to fly from Kota-Kinabalu to Shanghai
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Cheapest dates in December 2026
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About flights from Kota-Kinabalu to Shanghai
Kota-Kinabalu (BKI) and Shanghai (SHA) are about 2,860 km apart. Direct flights take around 4h 30m, and recent direct fares were with AirAsia. Over the next few months, one-way fares start from US$108, and December 2026 is currently the cheapest month to fly.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a flight from Kota-Kinabalu to Shanghai?
The cheapest one-way fare we've seen recently is US$108 with AirAsia, departing Friday, 25 December 2026. Over the coming months, the lowest fare in each month ranges from US$108 to US$302.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Kota-Kinabalu to Shanghai?
December 2026 currently has the lowest fares, from US$108 one way.
Are there direct flights from Kota-Kinabalu to Shanghai?
Yes. Recent direct fares were with AirAsia.
How long is the flight from Kota-Kinabalu to Shanghai?
A direct flight takes about 4h 30m. Kota-Kinabalu and Shanghai are around 2,860 km apart.
Which airlines fly from Kota-Kinabalu to Shanghai?
Recent fares on this route were with AirAsia, China Southern Airlines and HK Express.
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