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

Air China, Cathay Pacific, 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 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?

Prices for flights from Houston to Shanghai refresh daily.

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

As of December 2025, 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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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Houston and Shanghai?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,227 to $1,425. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,228.

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5:25 am - 3:20 pm

IAH

PVG

20h 55m1 stop

10:00 am - 6:28 pm

PVG

IAH

21h 28m1 stop

$1,228Delta

Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Apr 8

6:00 am - 4:25 pm

HOU

PVG

21h 25m1 stop

5:20 pm - 11:47 pm

PVG

HOU

19h 27m1 stop

$1,228American Airlines

Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Apr 22

10:05 pm - 5:10 pm

IAH

PVG

30h 05m1 stop

10:10 am - 7:10 pm

PVG

IAH

46h 00m1 stop

$1,229Turkish Airlines

Tue, Mar 17 - Sat, Mar 28

9:05 pm - 5:10 pm

IAH

PVG

30h 05m1 stop

11:05 pm - 1:10 pm

PVG

IAH

28h 05m1 stop

$1,231Turkish Airlines

Wed, Jan 14 - Fri, Jan 30

3:02 pm - 12:45 pm

IAH

SHA

31h 43m2 stops

5:30 pm - 6:03 am

SHA

IAH

26h 33m2 stops

$1,231Air China

Fri, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 20

4:56 pm - 3:20 pm

IAH

PVG

33h 24m2 stops

10:00 am - 11:57 pm

PVG

IAH

26h 57m2 stops

$1,233Delta

Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Jun 17

9:40 pm - 6:55 pm

IAH

PVG

31h 15m1 stop

8:55 pm - 11:59 pm

PVG

IAH

17h 04m1 stop

$1,237United Airlines

Sun, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 22

12:40 am - 12:05 pm

IAH

PVG

22h 25m1 stop

8:05 pm - 10:15 pm

PVG

IAH

39h 10m1 stop

$1,239EVA Air

Sat, Mar 28 - Mon, Mar 30

11:20 am - 12:25 pm

IAH

SHA

36h 05m1 stop

1:35 pm - 8:45 am

SHA

IAH

32h 10m1 stop

$1,242ANA

Mon, Mar 16 - Mon, Apr 27

7:50 pm - 12:25 pm

IAH

SHA

26h 35m2 stops

1:40 pm - 7:45 am

SHA

IAH

32h 05m1 stop

$1,252ANA

Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4

Air China flights from Houston to Shanghai

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Air China

Jan 30

IAH3:02 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

31h 43m

2 stops

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 20

SHA5:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 33m

2 stops

IAH6:03 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,231

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Air China

Jan 17

IAH7:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

24h 20m

2 stops

SHA9:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 28

SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 15m

2 stops

IAH7:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,236

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Air China

Jan 16

IAH4:25 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

28h 30m

2 stops

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 28

SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 15m

2 stops

IAH7:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,239

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Cathay Pacific flights from Houston to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

Jan 17

IAH6:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

28h 20m

2 stops

PVG12:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jan 27

PVG9:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

25h 40m

2 stops

IAH9:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,244

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Cathay Pacific

Jan 15

IAH2:12 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

32h 08m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 26

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

36h 40m

2 stops

IAH9:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,256

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Cathay Pacific

Feb 4

IAH8:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

41h 20m

2 stops

SHA3:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 20

SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 36m

2 stops

IAH7:11 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,281

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Mon 3/16

5:25 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/8

10:00 am-6:28 pm

1 stop21h 28m

$1,228

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/18

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/22

5:20 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop19h 27m

$1,228

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/17

10:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/28

10:10 am-7:10 pm

1 stop46h 00m

$1,229

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/14

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 1/30

11:05 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$1,231

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/30

3:02 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops31h 43m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 2/20

5:30 pm-6:03 am

2 stops26h 33m

$1,231

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/16

4:56 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops33h 24m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/17

10:00 am-11:57 pm

2 stops26h 57m

$1,233

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/18

9:40 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/22

8:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop17h 04m

$1,237

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 3/28

12:40 am-12:05 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/30

8:05 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop39h 10m

$1,239

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/16

11:20 am-12:25 pm

1 stop36h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/27

1:35 pm-8:45 am

1 stop32h 10m

$1,242

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/28

7:50 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/4

1:40 pm-7:45 am

1 stop32h 05m

$1,252

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Houston to Shanghai

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,227, 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 $1,228.

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 $1,427 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	20h 25m
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The fastest flight from Houston to Shanghai takes 20h 25m

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 20h 25m 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 December 2025, 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.

Best airlines flying from Houston to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $380	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,013 reviews	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,137 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $979	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,113 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,040	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 135 reviews	Search Air China flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,069 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,186	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,306 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,211	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,051 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,227	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,129 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,427	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,631 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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