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

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

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

United Airlines, American Airlines and EVA Air 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?

Prices for flights from Houston to Shanghai refresh daily.

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

As of February 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.

$381 Cheap Flights from Houston to Shanghai in 2026

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 $1,252 to $1,317. The lowest price recently found on this route was $884.

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4:22 pm - 12:20 pm

IAH

SHA

30h 58m

2 stops

1:35 pm - 12:11 am

SHA

IAH

23h 36m

2 stops

$884Multiple Airlines

ter, mar 17 - ter, mar 24

4:35 pm - 11:55 pm

IAH

PVG

42h 20m

2 stops

5:30 pm - 8:25 am

PVG

IAH

27h 55m

1 stop

$885Multiple Airlines

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7:59 pm - 3:35 pm

IAH

SHA

30h 36m

2 stops

1:20 pm - 7:11 pm

SHA

IAH

42h 51m

2 stops

$938Cathay Pacific

qua, abr 8 - qua, mai 13

7:59 pm - 12:05 pm

IAH

SHA

27h 06m

2 stops

10:30 pm - 7:42 pm

SHA

IAH

58h 12m

2 stops

$985Cathay Pacific

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5:22 pm - 3:20 pm

HOU

PVG

32h 58m

2 stops

9:55 am - 9:35 pm

PVG

HOU

24h 40m

2 stops

$1,234Delta

ter, mar 17 - qui, set 10

5:22 pm - 3:20 pm

HOU

PVG

32h 58m

2 stops

9:55 am - 9:21 am

PVG

HOU

36h 26m

2 stops

$1,274Delta

ter, mar 24 - sex, abr 10

6:01 am - 3:20 pm

HOU

PVG

20h 19m

1 stop

5:20 pm - 11:47 pm

PVG

HOU

19h 27m

1 stop

$1,279American Airlines

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6:00 am - 4:25 pm

HOU

PVG

21h 25m

1 stop

6:25 pm - 9:43 am

PVG

HOU

28h 18m

1 stop

$1,285American Airlines

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6:01 am - 11:20 am

HOU

SHA

40h 19m

2 stops

12:45 pm - 3:49 pm

SHA

HOU

40h 04m

2 stops

$1,293Japan Airlines

qua, abr 8 - qua, mai 13

6:01 am - 11:20 am

HOU

SHA

40h 19m

2 stops

12:45 pm - 12:12 pm

SHA

HOU

36h 27m

2 stops

$1,354Japan Airlines

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Air China flights from Houston to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on Houston to Shanghai flight tickets

Air China

Mar 16

IAH6:50 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

26h 25m

2 stops

SHA10:15 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 22

SHA9:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

45h 33m

2 stops

IAH6:03 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,156

Air China

Apr 23

IAH4:30 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

30h 25m

2 stops

SHA11:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 7

SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 35m

2 stops

IAH6:10 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,163

Air China

Apr 15

IAH8:17 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

25h 23m

2 stops

SHA10:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 22

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

44h 40m

2 stops

IAH6:10 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,172

EVA Air flights from Houston to Shanghai

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EVA Air

Mar 3

IAH11:30 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

28h 55m

1 stop

PVG6:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Aug 26

PVG1:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

22h 40m

1 stop

IAH10:50 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,171

EVA Air

Mar 2

IAH11:30 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

28h 55m

1 stop

PVG6:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 19

PVG1:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong

21h 45m

1 stop

IAH10:00 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,201

EVA Air

Apr 1

IAH1:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

26h 30m

1 stop

SHA4:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 4

SHA7:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

39h 40m

1 stop

IAH10:20 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,210

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4:22 pm-12:20 pm

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Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

ter 3/24

1:35 pm-12:11 am

2 stops23h 36m

$884

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IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

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4:35 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops42h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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5:30 pm-8:25 am

1 stop27h 55m

$885

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

qua 4/8

7:59 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops30h 36m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

qua 5/13

1:20 pm-7:11 pm

2 stops42h 51m

$938

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom 4/26

7:59 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops27h 06m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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10:30 pm-7:42 pm

2 stops58h 12m

$985

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

ter 3/17

5:22 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

qui 9/10

9:55 am-9:35 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$1,234

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

ter 3/24

5:22 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sex 4/10

9:55 am-9:21 am

2 stops36h 26m

$1,274

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

qua 4/22

6:01 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

qua 5/6

5:20 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop19h 27m

$1,279

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HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

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6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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6:25 pm-9:43 am

1 stop28h 18m

$1,285

HoustonShanghai

HOU - SHA

HOUSHA

Houston Hobby

qua 4/8

6:01 am-11:20 am

2 stops40h 19m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

qua 5/13

12:45 pm-3:49 pm

2 stops40h 04m

$1,293

HoustonShanghai

HOU - SHA

HOUSHA

Houston Hobby

qua 4/15

6:01 am-11:20 am

2 stops40h 19m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

qua 4/22

12:45 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops36h 27m

$1,354

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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 $1,228, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Houston averaging around $1,269.

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 $1,406 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 $1,258 on momondo.

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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 February 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 $380	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,232 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air China	PriceFrom $672	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 139 reviews	Search Air China flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $909	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,174 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,226 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,158	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,337 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,186	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,357 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,208	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,097 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,227	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,336 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,427	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,756 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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