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

Cathay Pacific, ANA, and American 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 37% 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 December 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.

$406 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 $1,710 to $1,717. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,228.

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5:15 am - 3:20 pm

IAH

PVG

20h 05m1 stop

5:30 pm - 10:59 pm

PVG

IAH

18h 29m1 stop

$1,228Delta

Thu, Jan 8 - Tue, Mar 17

6:00 am - 4:25 pm

HOU

PVG

20h 25m1 stop

6:25 pm - 10:46 pm

PVG

HOU

18h 21m1 stop

$1,228American Airlines

Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14

7:30 am - 12:25 pm

IAH

SHA

38h 55m2 stops

1:40 pm - 7:45 am

SHA

IAH

32h 05m1 stop

$1,228ANA

Wed, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 22

10:02 pm - 8:40 pm

IAH

PVG

33h 38m2 stops

1:35 am - 8:45 am

PVG

IAH

20h 10m1 stop

$1,229ANA

Mon, May 11 - Wed, May 13

7:17 pm - 6:25 pm

IAH

PVG

33h 08m2 stops

8:10 pm - 11:59 pm

PVG

IAH

40h 49m2 stops

$1,230Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Tue, Mar 17

7:59 pm - 5:45 pm

IAH

PVG

32h 46m1 stop

2:30 pm - 12:55 am

PVG

IAH

23h 25m2 stops

$1,231Multiple Airlines

Thu, Mar 26 - Mon, Apr 13

4:59 pm - 3:20 pm

IAH

PVG

33h 21m2 stops

10:15 am - 9:59 pm

PVG

IAH

24h 44m1 stop

$1,232Delta

Sun, Mar 22 - Wed, Apr 15

9:05 pm - 5:10 pm

IAH

PVG

30h 05m1 stop

11:05 pm - 7:10 pm

PVG

IAH

34h 05m1 stop

$1,235Turkish Airlines

Sat, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 22

3:55 pm - 5:10 pm

IAH

PVG

36h 15m1 stop

10:25 pm - 7:15 pm

PVG

IAH

33h 50m1 stop

$1,239Turkish Airlines

Sun, Mar 22 - Wed, Apr 15

6:00 am - 7:30 pm

HOU

PVG

23h 30m2 stops

6:40 pm - 4:12 pm

PVG

HOU

35h 32m2 stops

$1,302Japan Airlines

Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 26

Air China flights from Houston to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on Houston to Shanghai flight tickets

Air China

Jan 20

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36h 35m

2 stops

SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 16

SHA5:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

30h 44m

2 stops

IAH11:14 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,285

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Jan 18

IAH7:30 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

24h 10m

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SHA9:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 8

SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 02m

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IAH10:57 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,339

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Jan 9

IAH4:25 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

27h 30m

2 stops

SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 17

SHA7:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 45m

2 stops

IAH12:30 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,356

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ANA flights from Houston to Shanghai

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ANA

Feb 11

IAH7:30 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

38h 55m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 22

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 05m

1 stop

IAH7:45 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,228

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ANA

May 11

IAH10:02 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

33h 38m

2 stops

PVG8:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

May 13

PVG1:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

20h 10m

1 stop

IAH8:45 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,229

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ANA

Jan 19

IAH10:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

36h 05m

1 stop

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 16

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 31m

2 stops

IAH5:11 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,232

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Thu 1/8

5:15 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/17

5:30 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop18h 29m

$1,228

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/7

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/14

6:25 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop18h 21m

$1,228

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/11

7:30 am-12:25 pm

2 stops38h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 2/22

1:40 pm-7:45 am

1 stop32h 05m

$1,228

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/11

10:02 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops33h 38m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/13

1:35 am-8:45 am

1 stop20h 10m

$1,229

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/19

7:17 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops33h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/17

8:10 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops40h 49m

$1,230

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/26

7:59 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop32h 46m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/13

2:30 pm-12:55 am

2 stops23h 25m

$1,231

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/22

4:59 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops33h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/15

10:15 am-9:59 pm

1 stop24h 44m

$1,232

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/14

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/22

11:05 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$1,235

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/22

3:55 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop36h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/15

10:25 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$1,239

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-7:30 pm

2 stops23h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/26

6:40 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops35h 32m

$1,302

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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 September is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Houston averaging around $1,275.

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 $1,427 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	23h 46m
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The fastest flight from Houston to Shanghai takes 23h 46m

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 23h 46m 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 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 8,005 reviews	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,088 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $979	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,093 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,050 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,186	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,296 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,211	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,021 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,227	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,095 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,427	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,571 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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