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

Philippine Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Houston to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

American Airlines, EVA Air and United Airlines 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 7 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 September 2025, there are 7 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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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 $1,172 to $1,327. The lowest price recently found on this route was $851.

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11:42 am - 10:20 amIAH-PVG

33h 38m2 stops

1:05 pm - 7:42 pmPVG-IAH

43h 37m2 stops

$851Multiple Airlines

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Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21

10:30 am - 1:25 amIAH-PVG

25h 55m1 stop

5:35 pm - 8:15 amPVG-IAH

27h 40m1 stop

$863Multiple Airlines

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Mon, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 9

6:40 pm - 10:00 amIAH-SHA

26h 20m2 stops

5:30 pm - 6:12 amSHA-IAH

25h 42m2 stops

$939Air China

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Mon, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 9

6:01 am - 11:20 pmIAH-PVG

28h 19m2 stops

4:30 pm - 11:59 pmPVG-IAH

45h 29m2 stops

$974Air China

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Sun, Oct 26 - Sat, Nov 15

6:20 am - 12:05 pmIAH-SHA

40h 45m2 stops

1:35 pm - 11:43 pmSHA-IAH

47h 08m2 stops

$1,151Cathay Pacific

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Mon, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 28

6:37 pm - 1:45 pmHOU-PVG

30h 08m2 stops

5:30 pm - 1:28 pmPVG-HOU

32h 58m2 stops

$1,162Delta

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Sat, Sep 27 - Tue, Oct 28

6:44 pm - 2:50 pmHOU-PVG

31h 06m1 stop

6:25 pm - 10:14 pmPVG-HOU

16h 49m1 stop

$1,163American Airlines

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Sat, Sep 27 - Tue, Oct 28

1:23 pm - 12:20 pmIAH-SHA

57h 57m2 stops

4:35 pm - 11:25 pmSHA-IAH

43h 50m2 stops

$1,194Cathay Pacific

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Sun, Mar 15 - Fri, Mar 20

6:00 am - 2:50 pmHOU-PVG

19h 50m1 stop

5:00 pm - 10:14 pmPVG-HOU

18h 14m1 stop

$1,278American Airlines

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Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 22

6:53 pm - 3:20 pmHOU-PVG

30h 27m2 stops

5:30 pm - 9:44 amPVG-HOU

30h 14m2 stops

$1,306Delta

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Wed, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 27

Air China flights from Houston to Shanghai

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Air China

Sep 29

IAH6:40 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

26h 20m

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SHA10:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 9

SHA5:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 42m

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Sep 18

IAH2:36 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

31h 19m

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SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 1

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

44h 42m

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IAH6:12 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

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Air China

Oct 26

IAH6:01 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

38h 54m

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SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 15

SHA9:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 29m

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IAH11:59 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

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EVA Air flights from Houston to Shanghai

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EVA Air

Sep 22

IAH1:10 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

26h 20m

1 stop

SHA4:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 15

SHA7:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

39h 10m

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IAH8:50 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,208

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EVA Air

Sep 30

IAH1:10 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

26h 20m

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SHA4:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 13

SHA7:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

39h 35m

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IAH10:15 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,238

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EVA Air

Sep 23

IAH1:10 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

26h 20m

1 stop

SHA4:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 10

SHA7:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

39h 35m

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IAH10:15 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,265

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11:42 am-10:20 am

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Tue 10/21

1:05 pm-7:42 pm

2 stops43h 37m

$851

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/29

10:30 am-1:25 am

1 stop25h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/9

5:35 pm-8:15 am

1 stop27h 40m

$863

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IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/29

6:40 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/9

5:30 pm-6:12 am

2 stops25h 42m

$939

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/26

6:01 am-11:20 pm

2 stops28h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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4:30 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops45h 29m

$974

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/29

6:20 am-12:05 pm

2 stops40h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/28

1:35 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops47h 08m

$1,151

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HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/27

6:37 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops30h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/28

5:30 pm-1:28 pm

2 stops32h 58m

$1,162

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HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/27

6:44 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop31h 06m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/28

6:25 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop16h 49m

$1,163

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/15

1:23 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops57h 57m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 3/20

4:35 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops43h 50m

$1,194

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/22

5:00 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop18h 14m

$1,278

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/19

6:53 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops30h 27m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/27

5:30 pm-9:44 am

2 stops30h 14m

$1,306

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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 $996, 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 $1,277.

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 $1,406 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 $1,213 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 September 2025, there are 7 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
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $960	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,965 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $963	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,961 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,186	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,237 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,230	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 964 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,250	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,926 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,427	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,367 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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