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Cheap flights from Houston to Shanghai from $458

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Air China Logo
3:02 pm - 9:40 am
IAH
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SHA
28h 38m
2 stops
Air China Logo
9:05 am - 6:03 am
SHA
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IAH
34h 58m
2 stops
$1,040Air China
Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 24
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4:36 pm - 8:55 pm
IAH
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SHA
38h 19m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:35 pm - 7:11 pm
SHA
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IAH
42h 36m
2 stops
$1,091Cathay Pacific
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 17
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:36 pm - 8:55 pm
IAH
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SHA
38h 19m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 pm - 8:00 pm
SHA
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IAH
34h 30m
2 stops
$1,109Cathay Pacific
Tue, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 16
Cathay Pacific Logo
7:43 pm - 12:20 pm
IAH
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SHA
27h 37m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 pm - 10:24 pm
SHA
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IAH
46h 04m
2 stops
$1,114Cathay Pacific
Mon, Mar 23 - Sun, May 31
Cathay Pacific Logo
7:59 am - 12:20 pm
IAH
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SHA
38h 21m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:35 pm - 7:11 pm
SHA
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IAH
42h 36m
2 stops
$1,118Cathay Pacific
Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 17
Cathay Pacific Logo
6:10 pm - 12:20 pm
IAH
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SHA
28h 10m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 pm - 7:11 pm
SHA
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IAH
42h 51m
2 stops
$1,123Cathay Pacific
Mon, Feb 2 - Thu, Apr 30
Air China Logo
12:40 pm - 9:40 am
IAH
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SHA
32h 00m
2 stops
Air China Logo
12:45 pm - 6:03 am
SHA
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IAH
30h 18m
2 stops
$1,144Air China
Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 24
Japan Airlines Logo
6:01 am - 11:25 am
HOU
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SHA
40h 24m
2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 12:38 pm
SHA
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HOU
36h 48m
2 stops
$1,303Japan Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, May 25
Japan Airlines Logo
8:21 pm - 11:25 am
HOU
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SHA
50h 04m
2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 12:12 pm
SHA
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HOU
36h 22m
2 stops
$1,409Japan Airlines
Sat, Apr 11 - Sun, Apr 26
Japan Airlines Logo
10:13 am - 11:45 am
HOU
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SHA
35h 32m
2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 11:48 am
SHA
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HOU
36h 38m
2 stops
$1,429Japan Airlines
Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 24

Cathay Pacific flights from Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
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
Cathay Pacific
Mar 10
IAH7:59 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
39h 21m
2 stops
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 13
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
46h 09m
2 stops
IAH10:29 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$1,109

ANA flights from Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best ANA deals on Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/17

3:02 pm-9:40 am

2 stops28h 38m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/24

9:05 am-6:03 am

2 stops34h 58m

$1,040

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/3

4:36 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops38h 19m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/17

1:35 pm-7:11 pm

2 stops42h 36m

$1,091

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/3

4:36 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops38h 19m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/16

10:30 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$1,109

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/23

7:43 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops27h 37m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/31

1:20 pm-10:24 pm

2 stops46h 04m

$1,114

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/4

7:59 am-12:20 pm

2 stops38h 21m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/17

1:35 pm-7:11 pm

2 stops42h 36m

$1,118

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/2

6:10 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/30

1:20 pm-7:11 pm

2 stops42h 51m

$1,123

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/10

12:40 pm-9:40 am

2 stops32h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/24

12:45 pm-6:03 am

2 stops30h 18m

$1,144

HoustonShanghai

HOU - SHA

HOUSHA

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/13

6:01 am-11:25 am

2 stops40h 24m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/25

12:50 pm-12:38 pm

2 stops36h 48m

$1,303

HoustonShanghai

HOU - SHA

HOUSHA

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/11

8:21 pm-11:25 am

2 stops50h 04m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 4/26

12:50 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops36h 22m

$1,409

HoustonShanghai

HOU - SHA

HOUSHA

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/17

10:13 am-11:45 am

2 stops35h 32m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/24

1:10 pm-11:48 am

2 stops36h 38m

$1,429

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Houston is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,230, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in September, then you should wait until August to fly from Houston, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,252.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Houston when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 Hongqiao Intl Airport from Houston for as low as $1,258 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

19h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 19h 50m
There are no direct flights from Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
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  • How far is Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl by plane?

    There are 7579.2 mi between Houston and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. By plane, this route typically takes 19h 50m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Air ChinaPriceFrom $672Free CancellationRating
7.2
138 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $841Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,088 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $987Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,200 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,158Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,174 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $1,186Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,327 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,236Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,076 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,263Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,191 reviews
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