What is the cheapest airline that flies from Houston to China?

Air China, China Southern, and EVA Air are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to China

What airlines fly to China?

American Airlines, EVA Air and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from Houston according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 27% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to China. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to China?

Prices for flights from Houston to China refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to China?

As of June 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to China.

How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to China?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston to China.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?

The required travel and health documents for your China trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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11:19 am - 12:05 pmIAH-PEK

35h 46m2 stops

1:30 am - 8:01 pmPEK-IAH

31h 31m2 stops

$956

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Sat, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 21

10:30 am - 1:25 amIAH-PVG

25h 55m1 stop

2:25 am - 8:30 amPVG-IAH

19h 05m1 stop

$975

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Fri, Aug 29 - Thu, Sep 4

7:25 am - 10:15 amIAH-PVG

36h 50m2 stops

4:30 pm - 6:50 pmPVG-IAH

40h 20m2 stops

$1,070Air China

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Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Dec 2

2:30 pm - 9:55 amIAH-PVG

30h 25m2 stops

4:20 pm - 10:46 amPVG-IAH

31h 26m2 stops

$1,106Air China

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Thu, Aug 28 - Thu, Sep 11

1:35 am - 12:05 pmIAH-PVG

21h 30m1 stop

1:10 pm - 10:25 pmPVG-IAH

22h 15m1 stop

$1,186EVA Air

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Wed, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 11

1:35 am - 7:30 pmIAH-PEK

28h 55m1 stop

7:50 pm - 10:25 pmPEK-IAH

39h 35m1 stop

$1,186EVA Air

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Wed, Aug 13 - Sun, Sep 21

11:35 am - 12:00 pmIAH-PEK

35h 25m1 stop

3:10 pm - 8:45 amPEK-IAH

30h 35m1 stop

$1,238ANA

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Thu, Aug 14 - Sun, Sep 21

11:35 am - 8:15 pmIAH-PEK

19h 40m1 stop

8:20 am - 6:13 amPEK-IAH

34h 53m2 stops

$1,247ANA

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Wed, Aug 6 - Wed, Sep 3

9:51 pm - 3:25 pmIAH-PEK

28h 34m1 stop

5:25 pm - 10:11 pmPEK-IAH

17h 46m1 stop

$1,251United Airlines

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Sun, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 16

5:14 am - 3:25 pmIAH-PEK

21h 11m2 stops

5:25 pm - 8:24 amPEK-IAH

27h 59m2 stops

$1,256United Airlines

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Wed, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 14

Japan Airlines flights from Houston to China

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Japan Airlines

Aug 6

IAH9:01 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

21h 44m

2 stops

PEK7:45 pmBeijing Capital

Sep 3

PEK4:20 pmBeijing Capital

37h 00m

2 stops

IAH4:20 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,210

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Japan Airlines

Oct 14

IAH6:01 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

48h 44m

2 stops

PEK7:45 pmBeijing Capital

Oct 30

PEK8:35 amBeijing Capital

28h 24m

2 stops

IAH11:59 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,227

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Japan Airlines

Jun 19

IAH7:55 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

26h 30m

2 stops

SHA11:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jun 23

SHA12:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

47h 41m

2 stops

IAH11:31 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,684

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 21

IAH8:29 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

26h 36m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 24

SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 44m

2 stops

IAH7:19 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,437

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Cathay Pacific

Jun 15

IAH7:55 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

39h 00m

2 stops

PVG11:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jun 26

PVG5:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

38h 45m

2 stops

IAH7:25 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,548

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Cathay Pacific

Jun 19

IAH7:55 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

27h 15m

2 stops

PVG12:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jun 23

PVG12:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

22h 54m

2 stops

IAH10:14 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,604

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Houston to China

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to China. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,237. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to China from Houston during September instead. Flights to China in September, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $1,261.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to China?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to China. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,248. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to China on Saturday is $1,414.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to China?

Our data shows that the cheapest Houston to China flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to China in the afternoon for as low as $1,237. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $1,435 on average. Flights to China from Houston in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to China?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to China from Houston when booking 8 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China for around $1,410 when searching 8 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to China from Houston for as low as $1,082 on momondo.

Cheap Houston to China flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$451
Fastest flight time	17h 52m
Direct flights	None
Airports in China	4 airports

The best one-way flight to China from Houston in the past 72 hours is $451. The best round-trip flight deal from Houston to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $956.

The fastest flight from Houston to China takes 17h 52m

There are no direct flights from Houston to China. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport - Beijing Capital Airport, Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

There are 4 airports near China: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Chengdu (CTU), Beijing Capital (PEK), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to China?
Prices for flights from Houston to China refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to China?
As of June 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to China.
How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to China?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston to China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The required travel and health documents for your China trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Houston to China

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $837	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,848 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $963	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,946 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,584 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,134	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 882 reviews	Search ANA flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,146	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 92 reviews	Search Air China flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,170	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,186	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,202 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,208	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,790 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,290	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 892 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,427	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,008 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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