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

Delta, American Airlines, and Japan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to China

What airlines fly to China?

American Airlines, United Airlines and EVA Air 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 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to China. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 December 2025, there are 9 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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4:13 pm - 5:45 am

IAH

CAN

23h 32m1 stop

5:15 pm - 12:19 am

CAN

IAH

45h 04m2 stops

$761Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Jan 25

4:13 pm - 5:50 am

IAH

PEK

23h 37m1 stop

8:30 am - 7:23 pm

PEK

IAH

48h 53m2 stops

$889Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Fri, Jan 30

4:13 pm - 5:50 am

IAH

PEK

23h 37m1 stop

8:30 am - 7:23 pm

PEK

IAH

48h 53m2 stops

$891Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 30

4:20 pm - 2:20 pm

IAH

CAN

32h 00m2 stops

1:45 pm - 5:52 am

CAN

IAH

30h 07m2 stops

$1,101Air China

Mon, Jan 5 - Thu, Feb 5

7:20 am - 2:00 pm

IAH

CTU

40h 40m2 stops

9:00 pm - 11:10 am

CTU

IAH

52h 10m2 stops

$1,144Air China

Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 25

6:00 am - 6:55 pm

IAH

PVG

22h 55m1 stop

8:55 pm - 5:11 am

PVG

IAH

22h 16m1 stop

$1,228United Airlines

Mon, Jan 5 - Tue, Feb 17

5:00 am - 6:45 pm

IAH

PVG

23h 45m2 stops

8:55 pm - 5:11 am

PVG

IAH

22h 16m1 stop

$1,232United Airlines

Thu, Jan 1 - Tue, Feb 17

6:00 am - 4:25 pm

HOU

PVG

20h 25m1 stop

6:25 pm - 11:47 am

PVG

HOU

31h 22m1 stop

$1,234American Airlines

Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Feb 25

4:20 pm - 4:25 pm

HOU

PVG

34h 05m1 stop

6:25 pm - 11:47 am

PVG

HOU

31h 22m1 stop

$1,240American Airlines

Sun, Feb 15 - Tue, Feb 24

1:00 am - 4:30 pm

IAH

SHA

26h 30m1 stop

7:40 pm - 10:15 pm

SHA

IAH

39h 35m1 stop

$1,271EVA Air

Thu, Apr 9 - Mon, Apr 13

ANA flights from Houston to China

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ANA

Jan 21

IAH7:50 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

26h 35m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 25

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 05m

1 stop

IAH7:45 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,228

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ANA

Jan 19

IAH10:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

36h 05m

1 stop

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 25

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 05m

1 stop

IAH7:45 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,251

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ANA

Jan 1

IAH10:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

21h 05m

1 stop

PVG9:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Feb 11

PVG2:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

19h 10m

1 stop

IAH7:45 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,269

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Cathay Pacific flights from Houston to China

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Cathay Pacific

Jan 20

IAH2:12 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

30h 33m

2 stops

PEK10:45 amBeijing Capital

Jan 26

PEK3:25 amBeijing Capital

31h 45m

2 stops

IAH9:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,077

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Cathay Pacific

Mar 4

IAH6:05 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

30h 15m

2 stops

CAN2:20 amGuangzhou Baiyun

Mar 26

CAN10:15 amGuangzhou Baiyun

25h 16m

2 stops

IAH10:31 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,148

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Cathay Pacific

Jan 22

IAH2:12 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

28h 43m

2 stops

CAN8:55 amGuangzhou Baiyun

Jan 26

CAN10:15 amGuangzhou Baiyun

24h 55m

2 stops

IAH9:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,179

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IAH - CAN

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/19

4:13 pm-5:45 am

1 stop23h 32m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 1/25

5:15 pm-12:19 am

2 stops45h 04m

$761

HoustonBeijing

IAH - PEK

IAHPEK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/19

4:13 pm-5:50 am

1 stop23h 37m

Beijing Capital

Fri 1/30

8:30 am-7:23 pm

2 stops48h 53m

$889

HoustonBeijing

IAH - PEK

IAHPEK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/22

4:13 pm-5:50 am

1 stop23h 37m

Beijing Capital

Fri 1/30

8:30 am-7:23 pm

2 stops48h 53m

$891

HoustonGuangzhou

IAH - CAN

IAHCAN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/5

4:20 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops32h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 2/5

1:45 pm-5:52 am

2 stops30h 07m

$1,101

HoustonChengdu

IAH - CTU

IAHCTU

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/21

7:20 am-2:00 pm

2 stops40h 40m

Chengdu

Sun 1/25

9:00 pm-11:10 am

2 stops52h 10m

$1,144

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/5

6:00 am-6:55 pm

1 stop22h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/17

8:55 pm-5:11 am

1 stop22h 16m

$1,228

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/1

5:00 am-6:45 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/17

8:55 pm-5:11 am

1 stop22h 16m

$1,232

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/21

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/25

6:25 pm-11:47 am

1 stop31h 22m

$1,234

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/15

4:20 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop34h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/24

6:25 pm-11:47 am

1 stop31h 22m

$1,240

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/9

1:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/13

7:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop39h 35m

$1,271

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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 $1,112. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to China from Houston during February instead. Flights to China in February, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $1,223.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China for around $1,436 when searching 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 $1,250 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	20h 55m
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The fastest flight from Houston to China takes 20h 55m

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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 December 2025, there are 9 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
Delta	PriceFrom $841	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,011 reviews	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $926	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,077 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $979	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,084 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,028	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 127 reviews	Search Air China flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,047 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,186	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,292 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,211	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,017 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,251	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,066 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,427	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,562 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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