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

Delta and Japan Airlines are the most popular carriers 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 January 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.

$445 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 $1,157 to $1,383. The lowest price recently found on this route was $889.

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9:05 pm - 8:15 am

IAH

PVG

45h 10m

1 stop

11:05 pm - 7:10 pm

PVG

IAH

34h 05m

1 stop

$889Turkish Airlines

sáb., feb. 14 - dom., mar. 1

9:05 pm - 5:10 pm

IAH

PVG

30h 05m

1 stop

9:55 am - 2:10 pm

PVG

IAH

41h 15m

1 stop

$899Turkish Airlines

mar., mar. 3 - mar., mar. 17

3:02 pm - 9:40 am

IAH

SHA

28h 38m

2 stops

9:05 am - 6:03 am

SHA

IAH

34h 58m

2 stops

$1,040Air China

mar., feb. 17 - mar., feb. 24

4:36 pm - 8:55 pm

IAH

SHA

38h 19m

2 stops

1:35 pm - 7:11 pm

SHA

IAH

42h 36m

2 stops

$1,091Cathay Pacific

mar., mar. 3 - mar., mar. 17

4:36 pm - 8:55 pm

IAH

SHA

38h 19m

2 stops

10:30 pm - 8:00 pm

SHA

IAH

34h 30m

2 stops

$1,109Cathay Pacific

mar., mar. 3 - lun., mar. 16

12:40 pm - 9:40 am

IAH

SHA

32h 00m

2 stops

12:45 pm - 6:03 am

SHA

IAH

30h 18m

2 stops

$1,144Air China

mar., mar. 10 - mar., mar. 24

6:00 am - 3:20 pm

HOU

PVG

20h 20m

1 stop

5:20 pm - 11:47 pm

PVG

HOU

19h 27m

1 stop

$1,229American Airlines

mar., mar. 31 - mié., may. 13

5:19 pm - 3:20 pm

HOU

PVG

32h 01m

2 stops

5:30 pm - 10:23 am

PVG

HOU

29h 53m

2 stops

$1,234Delta

mar., mar. 3 - mié., mar. 18

6:36 pm - 4:25 pm

HOU

PVG

31h 49m

1 stop

5:20 pm - 11:47 pm

PVG

HOU

19h 27m

1 stop

$1,235American Airlines

lun., feb. 2 - jue., abr. 30

5:22 pm - 3:20 pm

HOU

PVG

32h 58m

2 stops

10:00 am - 9:37 am

PVG

HOU

36h 37m

2 stops

$1,274Delta

dom., mar. 15 - lun., abr. 27

Cathay Pacific flights from Houston to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Houston to Shanghai flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

Jan 22

IAH2:12 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

32h 18m

2 stops

PVG12:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Feb 4

PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

26h 40m

2 stops

IAH9:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,051

Cathay Pacific

Mar 10

IAH7:59 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

39h 21m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 14

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 51m

2 stops

IAH7:11 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,089

Cathay Pacific

Mar 3

IAH4:36 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

38h 19m

2 stops

SHA8:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 17

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 36m

2 stops

IAH7:11 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,091

ANA flights from Houston to Shanghai

Our best ANA deals on Houston to Shanghai flight tickets

ANA

Apr 13

IAH11:35 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

35h 40m

1 stop

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 25

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

IAH8:45 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,231

ANA

Mar 3

IAH10:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

36h 05m

1 stop

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 17

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 31m

2 stops

IAH5:11 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,234

ANA

May 11

IAH11:35 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

35h 40m

1 stop

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jun 9

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 17m

2 stops

IAH5:52 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$1,235

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HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sáb. 2/14

9:05 pm-8:15 am

1 stop45h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 3/1

11:05 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$889

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 3/3

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 3/17

9:55 am-2:10 pm

1 stop41h 15m

$899

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 2/17

3:02 pm-9:40 am

2 stops28h 38m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 2/24

9:05 am-6:03 am

2 stops34h 58m

$1,040

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 3/3

4:36 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops38h 19m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 3/17

1:35 pm-7:11 pm

2 stops42h 36m

$1,091

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 3/3

4:36 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops38h 19m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 3/16

10:30 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$1,109

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 3/10

12:40 pm-9:40 am

2 stops32h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 3/24

12:45 pm-6:03 am

2 stops30h 18m

$1,144

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

mar. 3/31

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 5/13

5:20 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop19h 27m

$1,229

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

mar. 3/3

5:19 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/18

5:30 pm-10:23 am

2 stops29h 53m

$1,234

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

lun. 2/2

6:36 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop31h 49m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 4/30

5:20 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop19h 27m

$1,235

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

dom. 3/15

5:22 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 4/27

10:00 am-9:37 am

2 stops36h 37m

$1,274

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Houston to Shanghai

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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 $1,420 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	19h 50m
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The fastest flight from Houston to Shanghai takes 19h 50m

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 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 January 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 8,088 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 4,200 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $979	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,140 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,174 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,186	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,327 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,211	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,076 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,227	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,191 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,427	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,689 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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