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

Cathay Pacific is the most popular carrier 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.

$393 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 $1,086 to $1,304. The lowest price recently found on this route was $859.

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7:43 pm - 12:30 pm

IAH

PVG

27h 47m

2 stops

7:20 am - 10:29 pm

PVG

IAH

28h 09m

2 stops

$859Cathay Pacific

Wed, Mar 25 - Wed, Apr 29

6:40 pm - 11:35 am

IAH

PVG

50h 55m

2 stops

12:20 pm - 10:31 pm

PVG

IAH

23h 11m

2 stops

$866Cathay Pacific

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 31

4:49 pm - 12:05 pm

IAH

SHA

30h 16m

2 stops

1:20 pm - 12:57 am

SHA

IAH

24h 37m

2 stops

$884Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28

10:05 pm - 5:10 pm

IAH

PVG

30h 05m

1 stop

10:25 pm - 12:45 pm

PVG

IAH

27h 20m

1 stop

$890Turkish Airlines

Thu, Mar 19 - Tue, Mar 31

4:34 pm - 11:55 pm

IAH

PVG

41h 21m

2 stops

2:20 am - 8:25 am

PVG

IAH

19h 05m

1 stop

$892Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 9

10:05 pm - 5:10 pm

IAH

PVG

30h 05m

1 stop

7:55 am - 7:10 pm

PVG

IAH

48h 15m

1 stop

$900Turkish Airlines

Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Apr 8

6:01 am - 3:20 pm

HOU

PVG

20h 19m

1 stop

5:20 pm - 3:48 pm

PVG

HOU

35h 28m

1 stop

$1,215American Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

5:27 pm - 3:25 pm

HOU

PVG

32h 58m

2 stops

9:55 am - 11:05 pm

PVG

HOU

26h 10m

2 stops

$1,220Delta

Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 22

6:00 am - 4:25 pm

HOU

PVG

21h 25m

1 stop

5:20 pm - 11:47 pm

PVG

HOU

19h 27m

1 stop

$1,229American Airlines

Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Apr 15

5:19 pm - 3:20 pm

HOU

PVG

32h 01m

2 stops

9:55 am - 10:23 am

PVG

HOU

37h 28m

2 stops

$1,234Delta

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 31

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

27h 05m

2 stops

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 8

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

49h 42m

2 stops

IAH11:12 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,212

Air China

Mar 16

IAH6:50 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

26h 25m

2 stops

SHA10:15 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 10

SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

31h 37m

2 stops

IAH11:12 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,245

Air China

Feb 4

IAH7:40 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

21h 05m

1 stop

PVG6:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Feb 6

PVG1:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

17h 45m

1 stop

IAH5:15 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,265

Japan Airlines flights from Houston to Shanghai

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Houston to Shanghai flight tickets

Japan Airlines

Apr 15

IAH7:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

39h 25m

2 stops

SHA11:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 20

SHA12:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 34m

2 stops

IAH4:24 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,221

Japan Airlines

Feb 24

IAH6:01 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

39h 44m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 2

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 12m

2 stops

IAH12:22 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,264

Japan Airlines

Feb 22

HOU4:21 pmHouston Hobby

53h 24m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 3

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 41m

2 stops

HOU3:51 pmHouston Hobby

$1,310

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HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/25

7:43 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops27h 47m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/29

7:20 am-10:29 pm

2 stops28h 09m

$859

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/3

6:40 pm-11:35 am

2 stops50h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/31

12:20 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops23h 11m

$866

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/22

4:49 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops30h 16m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/28

1:20 pm-12:57 am

2 stops24h 37m

$884

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/19

10:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/31

10:25 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$890

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/3

4:34 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops41h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/9

2:20 am-8:25 am

1 stop19h 05m

$892

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/16

10:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/8

7:55 am-7:10 pm

1 stop48h 15m

$900

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/14

6:01 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/21

5:20 pm-3:48 pm

1 stop35h 28m

$1,215

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/8

5:27 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops32h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/22

9:55 am-11:05 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$1,220

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/16

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/15

5:20 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop19h 27m

$1,229

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/3

5:19 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/31

9:55 am-10:23 am

2 stops37h 28m

$1,234

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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 $1,263.

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 $1,414 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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Fastest flight time	20h 05m
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The fastest flight from Houston to Shanghai takes 20h 05m

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 05m 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.

Best airlines flying from Houston to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $380	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,139 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air China	PriceFrom $672	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 138 reviews	Search Air China flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,210 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $979	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,159 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,157	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,344 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,158	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,217 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,211	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,084 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,227	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,236 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,427	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,712 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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