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Flight deals from Penang to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Penang to Shanghai Pudong? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.Rs29,078 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs29,078, select.
Shanghai.Rs30,252 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs30,252, select.
Shanghai.Rs36,578 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs36,578, select.
Shanghai.Rs37,256 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Penang on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs37,256, select.
Shanghai.Rs37,495 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Feb.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Penang on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs37,495, select.
Shanghai.Rs38,610 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs38,610, select.
Shanghai.Rs40,721 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Juneyao Airlines departs from Penang on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,721, select.
Shanghai.Rs41,445 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Juneyao Airlines departs from Penang on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs41,445, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Penang to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Penang to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from Rs49,636
Aug
from Rs38,996
Sep
from Rs29,368
Oct
from Rs30,555
Nov
from Rs36,944
Dec
from Rs43,949
Jan
from Rs42,489
Feb
from Rs37,870
Mar
from Rs45,781
Apr
from Rs37,629
May
from Rs64,836
Jun
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Direct flights from Penang to Shanghai Pudong

Penang to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Penang to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

George Town to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs29,078
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airlineChina Eastern
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Penang to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Penang to Shanghai Pudong is Rs61,682. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Penang to Shanghai Pudong.
China Eastern, Shanghai Airlines and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Penang to Shanghai Pudong.
As of July 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Penang to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from Penang to Shanghai Pudong is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Tuesday, 25 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 17 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai Pudong but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia and Juneyao Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Pudong.

Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 5 hours 25 minutes.

  • George Town and Shanghai are in the same timezone, UTC+8.

  • Flights from PEN to PVG start from 00:05 — the earliest with Juneyao Airlines. The last departure is at 23:55 with Juneyao Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 19 weekly Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PEN to PVG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Juneyao Airlines has direct flights from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Shanghai — and maybe even more of China if your schedule allows.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Juneyao Airlines on this route.

  • Juneyao Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers PEN to PVG flights. An impressive 98.33% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PEN and PVG:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is Rs29,078. A round-trip fare is currently Rs61,682. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Score cheap tickets from PEN to PVG by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from PEN to PVG is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • 69.54% of flights leaving from Penang International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • To get to Penang International Airport from central George Town, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching an early flight from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near PEN:

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.

When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Shanghai. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport for August if you want to visit Shanghai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PEN to PVG in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 10ºC then.

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.

Plan the rest of your trip from George Town to Shanghai

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