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 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.

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

XiamenAir and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to Shanghai

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Shanghai?

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As of August 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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6:25 am - 12:20 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

52h 55m3 stops Denver Intl Ontario Guangzhou Baiyun

6:55 am - 11:58 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

54h 03m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Los Angeles

$939Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3

6:25 am - 3:25 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

44h 00m3 stops Denver Intl Ontario Guangzhou Baiyun

11:50 am - 11:58 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

49h 08m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Los Angeles

$939Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3

9:00 pm - 8:15 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

45h 15m1 stop Istanbul

9:55 am - 1:10 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

41h 15m1 stop Istanbul

$1,239Turkish Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Dec 11

3:55 pm - 5:10 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

36h 15m1 stop Istanbul

9:55 am - 2:10 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

42h 15m1 stop Istanbul

$1,251Turkish Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4

8:19 pm - 11:05 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

25h 46m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

12:20 pm - 10:30 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

23h 10m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,264Cathay Pacific

Tue, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 14

8:19 pm - 11:05 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

25h 46m2 stops Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl

9:30 am - 8:32 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

25h 02m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,264Cathay Pacific

Sun, Sep 6 - Tue, Dec 15

6:46 pm - 10:55 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 09m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

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$1,375Air China

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 26

2:42 pm - 9:55 amIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 13m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital

1:30 pm - 5:13 amSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

29h 43m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles

$1,375Air China

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1:35 am - 12:05 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

21h 30m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

8:05 pm - 10:50 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

39h 45m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

$1,442EVA Air

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2:55 pm - 12:05 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

32h 10m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

8:10 pm - 10:00 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

38h 50m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

$1,448EVA Air

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 25

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8:05 pm - 11:59 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

40h 54m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,439Multiple Airlines

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20h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

3:55 pm - 3:37 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

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$1,440Air Canada

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43h 50m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

2:55 pm - 8:45 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

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$1,441Multiple Airlines

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3:55 pm - 7:06 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

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$1,451Air Canada

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$1,459Cathay Pacific

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1:35 am - 6:25 pmIAH Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

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$1,480EVA Air

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$1,518EVA Air

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35h 41m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl

1:20 pm - 7:46 pmSHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl

43h 26m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles

$1,570Cathay Pacific

Fri, Aug 14 - Sat, Sep 12

5:41 am - 3:20 pmHOU Houston Hobby-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

5:20 pm - 8:56 amPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-HOU Houston Hobby

28h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,788American Airlines

Fri, Aug 14 - Sat, Sep 12

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$2,820American Airlines

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Aug 24

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26h 15m

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$1,399

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Nov 9

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27h 30m

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3 stops52h 55m

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6:55 am-11:58 pm

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6:25 am-3:25 pm

3 stops44h 00m

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11:50 am-11:58 pm

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$939

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9:00 pm-8:15 am

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9:55 am-1:10 pm

1 stop41h 15m

$1,239

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3:55 pm-5:10 pm

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9:55 am-2:10 pm

1 stop42h 15m

$1,251

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12:20 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$1,264

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9:30 am-8:32 pm

2 stops25h 02m

$1,264

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Mon 10/26

5:30 pm-6:10 am

2 stops25h 40m

$1,375

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$1,375

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1:35 am-12:05 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/30

8:05 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop39h 45m

$1,442

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Fri 10/16

2:55 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops32h 10m

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Sun 10/25

8:10 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop38h 50m

$1,448

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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 $1,317 to $1,493.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $939.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Houston is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,235, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of August is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Houston averaging around $1,249.

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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 16m by plane in normal conditions.
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Shanghai?
As of August 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 8,497 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $845	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,899 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $882	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 160 reviews	Search Air China flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $930	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,444 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,478 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,135	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 1,515 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,210	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,294 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,098 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,416	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,458 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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