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

XiamenAir, American 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 37% 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 July 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.

$512 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 $1,380 to $2,065. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,014.

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9:59 pm - 8:55 pm

IAH

PVG

33h 56m

2 stops

1:05 am - 11:26 am

PVG

IAH

47h 21m

2 stops

$1,014Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Thu, Oct 15

3:52 pm - 10:20 am

IAH

SHA

29h 28m

2 stops

2:50 pm - 11:56 pm

SHA

IAH

46h 06m

2 stops

$1,035Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30

3:52 pm - 11:45 am

IAH

PVG

30h 53m

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2:15 am - 9:45 am

PVG

IAH

20h 30m

1 stop

$1,045Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Sep 6

11:25 am - 10:30 pm

IAH

PVG

22h 05m

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4:50 pm - 8:55 am

PVG

IAH

29h 05m

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$1,051Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28

9:51 am - 4:50 pm

HOU

PVG

17h 59m

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6:50 pm - 11:49 pm

PVG

HOU

17h 59m

1 stop

$1,128American Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

5:41 am - 3:20 pm

HOU

PVG

20h 39m

1 stop

6:50 pm - 11:49 pm

PVG

HOU

17h 59m

1 stop

$1,167American Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Oct 30

8:24 pm - 11:05 am

HOU

PVG

25h 41m

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8:30 am - 7:50 pm

PVG

HOU

25h 20m

2 stops

$1,205Cathay Pacific

Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Nov 3

6:49 pm - 12:05 pm

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SHA

28h 16m

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10:30 pm - 7:46 pm

SHA

IAH

34h 16m

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$1,254Cathay Pacific

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 7

8:04 pm - 11:00 am

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SHA

25h 56m

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4:10 pm - 2:53 pm

SHA

IAH

35h 43m

2 stops

$1,285XiamenAir

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

5:17 pm - 5:05 pm

HOU

SHA

34h 48m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 12:16 pm

SHA

HOU

30h 51m

2 stops

$2,490Korean Air

Mon, Jul 20 - Sat, Aug 8

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ANA flights from Houston to Shanghai

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ANA

Aug 26

IAH11:35 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

35h 40m

1 stop

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 8

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 10m

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$1,488

ANA

Sep 14

IAH8:05 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

27h 10m

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SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 18

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 33m

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IAH5:13 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,492

ANA

Sep 2

IAH11:35 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

35h 40m

1 stop

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 13

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

IAH8:45 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,500

Korean Air flights from Houston to Shanghai

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Korean Air

Oct 15

IAH4:04 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

36h 01m

2 stops

SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 26

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 06m

2 stops

IAH1:31 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,540

Korean Air

Jul 20

HOU5:17 pmHouston Hobby

34h 48m

2 stops

SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Aug 8

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

30h 51m

2 stops

HOU12:16 pmHouston Hobby

$2,490

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Sat 10/10

9:59 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops33h 56m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/15

1:05 am-11:26 am

2 stops47h 21m

$1,014

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IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/23

3:52 pm-10:20 am

2 stops29h 28m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/30

2:50 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops46h 06m

$1,035

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/21

3:52 pm-11:45 am

2 stops30h 53m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/6

2:15 am-9:45 am

1 stop20h 30m

$1,045

HoustonShanghai

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/21

11:25 am-10:30 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/28

4:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops29h 05m

$1,051

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HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 10/26

9:51 am-4:50 pm

1 stop17h 59m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/30

6:50 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop17h 59m

$1,128

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/1

5:41 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 39m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/30

6:50 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop17h 59m

$1,167

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/21

8:24 pm-11:05 am

2 stops25h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/3

8:30 am-7:50 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$1,205

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/24

6:49 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops28h 16m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/7

10:30 pm-7:46 pm

2 stops34h 16m

$1,254

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/11

8:04 pm-11:00 am

2 stops25h 56m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/18

4:10 pm-2:53 pm

2 stops35h 43m

$1,285

HoustonShanghai

HOU - SHA

HOUSHA

Houston Hobby

Mon 7/20

5:17 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops34h 48m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 8/8

6:25 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops30h 51m

$2,490

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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 April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $141, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of June is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Houston averaging around $212.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Houston 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 $1,473 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 $1,244 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 06m
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The fastest flight from Houston to Shanghai takes 21h 06m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Houston to Shanghai

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 06m 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 July 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 $259	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,456 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $845	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,798 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $882	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 157 reviews	Search Air China flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $930	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,403 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,441 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,187	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 1,497 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,210	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,271 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,966 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,416	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,323 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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