What airlines fly to Shanghai?

American Airlines, United Airlines and EVA Air 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.

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

Air China is the most popular carrier operating from Houston to Shanghai

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 August 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.

$411 Cheap Flights from Houston to Shanghai in 2025

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 $1,187 to $1,393. The lowest price recently found on this route was $805.

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7:10 am - 8:45 pmIAH-SHA

48h 35m2 stops

12:10 pm - 5:14 amSHA-IAH

30h 04m2 stops

$805

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dom., sep. 28 - dom., oct. 5

6:44 am - 10:40 pmIAH-SHA

50h 56m2 stops

2:10 pm - 5:14 amSHA-IAH

28h 04m2 stops

$857

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dom., oct. 5 - jue., oct. 9

9:00 pm - 4:45 pmIAH-PVG

30h 45m1 stop

10:25 pm - 7:05 pmPVG-IAH

33h 40m1 stop

$987Turkish Airlines

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lun., ago. 25 - vie., ago. 29

9:00 pm - 4:45 pmIAH-PVG

30h 45m1 stop

10:25 pm - 12:40 pmPVG-IAH

27h 15m1 stop

$1,015Turkish Airlines

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jue., oct. 2 - mar., oct. 21

6:00 am - 2:50 pmHOU-PVG

19h 50m1 stop

5:00 pm - 10:14 pmPVG-HOU

18h 14m1 stop

$1,157American Airlines

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lun., sep. 15 - sáb., oct. 25

6:44 pm - 2:50 pmHOU-PVG

31h 06m1 stop

5:00 pm - 8:34 amPVG-HOU

28h 34m1 stop

$1,161American Airlines

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lun., sep. 8 - lun., sep. 15

1:10 am - 4:30 pmIAH-SHA

26h 20m1 stop

7:40 pm - 10:15 pmSHA-IAH

39h 35m1 stop

$1,203EVA Air

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mié., sep. 24 - lun., oct. 13

1:00 am - 4:30 pmIAH-SHA

26h 30m1 stop

7:40 pm - 10:15 pmSHA-IAH

39h 35m1 stop

$1,232EVA Air

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lun., oct. 13 - mié., oct. 22

6:34 pm - 1:45 pmHOU-PVG

30h 11m2 stops

3:45 pm - 9:49 amPVG-HOU

31h 04m2 stops

$1,306Delta

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mar., sep. 9 - mié., sep. 17

6:34 pm - 1:45 pmHOU-PVG

30h 11m2 stops

3:45 pm - 9:49 amPVG-HOU

31h 04m2 stops

$1,346Delta

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dom., sep. 7 - dom., sep. 14

Cathay Pacific flights from Houston to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Houston to Shanghai flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

Sep 9

IAH2:04 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

33h 01m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 7

SHA4:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

39h 32m

2 stops

IAH7:22 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,082

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 13

IAH8:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

50h 55m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 27

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

47h 08m

2 stops

IAH11:43 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,092

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Cathay Pacific

Sep 16

IAH6:35 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

37h 20m

2 stops

SHA8:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 7

SHA4:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

39h 32m

2 stops

IAH7:22 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,097

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Japan Airlines flights from Houston to Shanghai

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Houston to Shanghai flight tickets

Japan Airlines

Sep 9

HOU9:04 amHouston Hobby

37h 21m

2 stops

SHA11:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 16

SHA12:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 05m

2 stops

HOU3:55 pmHouston Hobby

$1,363

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Japan Airlines

Sep 8

HOU9:04 amHouston Hobby

21h 41m

2 stops

PVG7:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Sep 13

PVG4:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

34h 56m

2 stops

HOU2:01 pmHouston Hobby

$1,478

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Japan Airlines

Sep 7

HOU8:32 pmHouston Hobby

34h 13m

2 stops

PVG7:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Sep 13

PVG4:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

34h 56m

2 stops

HOU2:01 pmHouston Hobby

$1,484

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Return

Price

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 9/28

7:10 am-8:45 pm

2 stops48h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 10/5

12:10 pm-5:14 am

2 stops30h 04m

$805

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 10/5

6:44 am-10:40 pm

2 stops50h 56m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 10/9

2:10 pm-5:14 am

2 stops28h 04m

$857

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 8/25

9:00 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop30h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 8/29

10:25 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop33h 40m

$987

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 10/2

9:00 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop30h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 10/21

10:25 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$1,015

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

lun. 9/15

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 10/25

5:00 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop18h 14m

$1,157

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

lun. 9/8

6:44 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop31h 06m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 9/15

5:00 pm-8:34 am

1 stop28h 34m

$1,161

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 9/24

1:10 am-4:30 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 10/13

7:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop39h 35m

$1,203

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 10/13

1:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop26h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 10/22

7:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop39h 35m

$1,232

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

mar. 9/9

6:34 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops30h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 9/17

3:45 pm-9:49 am

2 stops31h 04m

$1,306

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

dom. 9/7

6:34 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops30h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 9/14

3:45 pm-9:49 am

2 stops31h 04m

$1,346

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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 $1,267.

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 $1,386 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 $1,130 on momondo.

Cheap Houston to Shanghai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Houston to Shanghai

Best Price Found	$411
Fastest flight time	19h 50m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Houston in the past 72 hours is $411. The best round-trip flight deal from Houston to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $805.

The fastest flight from Houston to Shanghai takes 19h 50m

There are no direct flights from Houston to Shanghai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

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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 August 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 3,940 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $963	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,980 reviews	Search Delta flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,135	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 933 reviews	Search ANA flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,170	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,186	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,233 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,208	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,916 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,427	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,266 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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