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

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

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

American Airlines, United Airlines and EVA Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Houston according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 8 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?

Prices for flights from Houston to Shanghai refresh daily.

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

As of November 2025, there are 8 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.

$441 Cheap Flights from Houston to Shanghai in 2025/26

Q: 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 $1,666 to $1,717. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,009.

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9:05 pm - 5:10 pmIAH-PVG

30h 05m1 stop

11:05 pm - 7:10 pmPVG-IAH

34h 05m1 stop

$1,009Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 27

9:05 pm - 5:10 pmIAH-PVG

30h 05m1 stop

10:10 am - 8:10 pmPVG-IAH

47h 00m1 stop

$1,018Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Mar 16

8:37 pm - 11:00 amIAH-PVG

48h 23m2 stops

2:50 pm - 7:05 amPVG-IAH

30h 15m1 stop

$1,025Multiple Airlines

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Mon, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 17

8:37 pm - 4:00 pmIAH-PVG

29h 23m2 stops

2:20 am - 7:32 pmPVG-IAH

31h 12m2 stops

$1,027Multiple Airlines

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Sat, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 15

10:43 am - 12:05 pmIAH-SHA

36h 22m2 stops

4:50 pm - 7:16 pmSHA-IAH

39h 26m2 stops

$1,045Cathay Pacific

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Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, Apr 21

10:43 am - 12:05 pmIAH-SHA

36h 22m2 stops

1:20 pm - 7:16 pmSHA-IAH

42h 56m2 stops

$1,054Cathay Pacific

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Thu, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 22

6:00 am - 2:50 pmHOU-PVG

19h 50m1 stop

5:00 pm - 8:02 pmPVG-HOU

16h 02m1 stop

$1,228American Airlines

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Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 21

5:04 pm - 3:20 pmHOU-PVG

32h 16m2 stops

5:30 pm - 10:21 amPVG-HOU

30h 51m2 stops

$1,232Delta

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Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 28

6:00 am - 4:25 pmHOU-PVG

20h 25m1 stop

6:25 pm - 9:43 amPVG-HOU

28h 18m1 stop

$1,234American Airlines

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Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Mar 10

5:35 pm - 3:20 pmHOU-PVG

32h 45m2 stops

10:15 am - 12:10 pmPVG-HOU

38h 55m2 stops

$1,272Delta

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Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 30

Air China flights from Houston to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on Houston to Shanghai flight tickets

Air China

Jan 27

IAH12:40 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

31h 00m

2 stops

SHA9:40 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 25

SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 15m

2 stops

IAH7:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,076

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Dec 1

IAH2:20 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

29h 35m

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SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 8

SHA1:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

30h 33m

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IAH6:03 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,105

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Jan 7

IAH7:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

24h 20m

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SHA9:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 28

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

45h 22m

2 stops

IAH5:52 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,112

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Japan Airlines flights from Houston to Shanghai

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Japan Airlines

Dec 1

HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby

23h 30m

2 stops

PVG7:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Dec 8

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

31h 05m

2 stops

HOU11:45 amHouston Hobby

$1,268

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Japan Airlines

Dec 7

IAH6:16 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

39h 29m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 15

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

44h 46m

2 stops

IAH7:56 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,284

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Japan Airlines

Dec 7

HOU5:44 amHouston Hobby

23h 46m

2 stops

PVG7:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Dec 15

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

31h 05m

2 stops

HOU11:45 amHouston Hobby

$1,308

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IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/2

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/27

11:05 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$1,009

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/2

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/16

10:10 am-8:10 pm

1 stop47h 00m

$1,018

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 12/8

8:37 pm-11:00 am

2 stops48h 23m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/17

2:50 pm-7:05 am

1 stop30h 15m

$1,025

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 12/6

8:37 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops29h 23m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/15

2:20 am-7:32 pm

2 stops31h 12m

$1,027

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/16

10:43 am-12:05 pm

2 stops36h 22m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/21

4:50 pm-7:16 pm

2 stops39h 26m

$1,045

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/16

10:43 am-12:05 pm

2 stops36h 22m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/22

1:20 pm-7:16 pm

2 stops42h 56m

$1,054

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/31

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/21

5:00 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop16h 02m

$1,228

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/20

5:04 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 16m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/28

5:30 pm-10:21 am

2 stops30h 51m

$1,232

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/10

6:25 pm-9:43 am

1 stop28h 18m

$1,234

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/23

5:35 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/30

10:15 am-12:10 pm

2 stops38h 55m

$1,272

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Houston is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,112, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Houston averaging around $1,223.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,248. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Houston to Shanghai for around $1,414.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Houston to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the afternoon for as low as $1,237. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,435.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Houston when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai 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 Shanghai from Houston for as low as $1,250 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 30m
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The fastest flight from Houston to Shanghai takes 21h 30m

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 19h 50m 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 November 2025, there are 8 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.

Best airlines flying from Houston to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $841	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,998 reviews	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $955	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,059 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $979	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,068 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,038 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,186	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,283 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,211	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,010 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,263	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,046 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,427	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,539 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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