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

American Airlines, Japan Airlines, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

United Airlines, American Airlines and ANA are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Houston according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Shanghai 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 Shanghai?

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

As of September 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Shanghai.

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

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 Shanghai.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai 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 Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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3:17 pm - 8:40 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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9:45 pm - 7:49 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

60h 04m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Los Angeles

$1,002XiamenAir

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Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

6:00 am - 3:20 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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$1,234American Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Nov 30

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$1,234American Airlines

Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 28

9:11 am - 11:55 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

24h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

8:30 am - 12:03 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

29h 33m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,294Cathay Pacific

Tue, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 24

9:11 am - 1:30 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

38h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

8:30 am - 6:59 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

24h 29m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,294Cathay Pacific

Wed, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 23

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9:55 am - 8:05 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

47h 10m1 stop Istanbul

$1,325Turkish Airlines

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Mar 25

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27h 20m1 stop Istanbul

9:55 am - 7:05 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

47h 10m1 stop Istanbul

$1,341Turkish Airlines

Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 28

4:30 pm - 10:00 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

3:30 pm - 5:47 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

28h 17m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles

$1,410Air China

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Dec 17

2:53 pm - 10:00 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

30h 07m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

5:30 pm - 5:47 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

26h 17m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles

$1,410Air China

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Dec 17

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24h 35m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

$1,091Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Nov 15

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36h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

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$1,378Cathay Pacific

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$1,516EVA Air

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$1,588ANA

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20h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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19h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,632American Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 10

6:04 am - 3:20 pmHOU Houston Hobby-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:20 pm - 11:50 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-HOU Houston Hobby

19h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,632American Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17

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32h 10m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

$2,127ANA

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Oct 3

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Sep 17

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9:45 pm-7:49 pm

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4:10 pm-7:49 pm

2 stops41h 39m

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1 stop17h 54m

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Thu 1/28

6:50 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop16h 22m

$1,234

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8:30 am-12:03 am

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$1,294

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3:30 pm-5:47 am

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$1,410

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2:53 pm-10:00 am

2 stops30h 07m

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Thu 12/17

5:30 pm-5:47 am

2 stops26h 17m

$1,410

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Houston and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,210 to $1,671.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,002.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Houston is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,241, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Houston averaging around $1,254.

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Best Price Found	$507
Fastest flight time	21h 45m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Houston in the past 72 hours is $507. The best round-trip flight deal from Houston to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,002.

The fastest flight from Houston to Shanghai takes 21h 45m

There are no direct flights from Houston to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from Houston to Shanghai.

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How far is Houston to Shanghai by plane?
The straight-line distance from Houston to Shanghai is 7573.1 mi. Typically, this will take 21h 45m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Houston to Shanghai refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Shanghai?
As of September 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Shanghai?
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 Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai 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 Shanghai. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $586	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,548 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $845	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,042 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $930	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,473 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,477 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $991	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 164 reviews	Search Air China flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,135	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 1,522 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,188	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,312 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,175 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,416	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,595 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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