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Cheap flights from Houston to Shanghai from $388

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Multiple Airlines Logo
4:22 pm - 12:20 pm
IAH
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SHA
30h 58m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 12:11 am
SHA
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IAH
23h 36m
2 stops
$884Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 24
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7:59 pm - 3:35 pm
IAH
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SHA
30h 36m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 pm - 7:11 pm
SHA
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IAH
42h 51m
2 stops
$938Cathay Pacific
Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, May 13
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4:22 pm - 12:20 pm
IAH
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SHA
30h 58m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 12:11 am
SHA
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IAH
23h 36m
2 stops
$944Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 24
Cathay Pacific Logo
7:59 pm - 8:55 pm
IAH
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SHA
35h 56m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 pm - 7:11 pm
SHA
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IAH
57h 41m
2 stops
$958Cathay Pacific
Fri, Apr 17 - Mon, Apr 27
Cathay Pacific Logo
7:59 pm - 12:05 pm
IAH
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SHA
27h 06m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 pm - 7:42 pm
SHA
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IAH
58h 12m
2 stops
$985Cathay Pacific
Sun, Apr 26 - Mon, Jun 8
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:50 am - 8:55 pm
IAH
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SHA
45h 05m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:50 pm - 10:29 pm
SHA
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IAH
42h 39m
2 stops
$1,002Cathay Pacific
Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21
Cathay Pacific Logo
6:11 pm - 8:55 pm
IAH
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SHA
37h 44m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 pm - 7:42 pm
SHA
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IAH
43h 22m
2 stops
$1,010Cathay Pacific
Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, Jun 9
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6:01 am - 11:20 am
HOU
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SHA
40h 19m
2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 12:12 pm
SHA
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HOU
36h 27m
2 stops
$1,354Japan Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22
Japan Airlines Logo
6:01 am - 11:20 am
HOU
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SHA
40h 19m
2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 12:18 pm
SHA
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HOU
36h 33m
2 stops
$1,539Japan Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, Jun 1
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6:01 am - 11:20 am
HOU
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SHA
40h 19m
2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 12:18 pm
SHA
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HOU
36h 33m
2 stops
$1,579Japan Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Sun, May 31

Air China flights from Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Air China deals on Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Air China
Mar 16
IAH6:50 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
26h 25m
2 stops
SHA10:15 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 22
SHA9:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
45h 33m
2 stops
IAH6:03 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
$1,156
Air China
Apr 29
IAH7:17 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
26h 23m
2 stops
SHA10:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 28
SHA5:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
25h 42m
2 stops
IAH6:12 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
$1,213
Air China
Mar 5
IAH4:32 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
27h 43m
2 stops
SHA10:15 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 5
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
44h 40m
2 stops
IAH6:10 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
$1,225

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
Apr 8
IAH7:59 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
30h 36m
2 stops
SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 13
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
42h 51m
2 stops
IAH7:11 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$938
Cathay Pacific
Apr 17
IAH7:59 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
35h 56m
2 stops
SHA8:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 27
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
57h 41m
2 stops
IAH7:11 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$958
Cathay Pacific
Apr 26
IAH7:59 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
27h 06m
2 stops
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jun 8
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
58h 12m
2 stops
IAH7:42 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$985

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HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/17

4:22 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops30h 58m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/24

1:35 pm-12:11 am

2 stops23h 36m

$884

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/8

7:59 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops30h 36m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/13

1:20 pm-7:11 pm

2 stops42h 51m

$938

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/17

4:22 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops30h 58m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/24

1:35 pm-12:11 am

2 stops23h 36m

$944

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/17

7:59 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops35h 56m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/27

10:30 pm-7:11 pm

2 stops57h 41m

$958

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 4/26

7:59 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops27h 06m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/8

10:30 pm-7:42 pm

2 stops58h 12m

$985

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/14

10:50 am-8:55 pm

2 stops45h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/21

4:50 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops42h 39m

$1,002

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/28

6:11 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops37h 44m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/9

1:20 pm-7:42 pm

2 stops43h 22m

$1,010

HoustonShanghai

HOU - SHA

HOUSHA

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/15

6:01 am-11:20 am

2 stops40h 19m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/22

12:45 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops36h 27m

$1,354

HoustonShanghai

HOU - SHA

HOUSHA

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/30

6:01 am-11:20 am

2 stops40h 19m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/1

12:45 pm-12:18 pm

2 stops36h 33m

$1,539

HoustonShanghai

HOU - SHA

HOUSHA

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/6

6:01 am-11:20 am

2 stops40h 19m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/31

12:45 pm-12:18 pm

2 stops36h 33m

$1,579

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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 typical price of a round-trip flight between Houston and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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 $1,186, 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 March to fly from Houston, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,225.

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 $1,406 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

20h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Houston to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 20h 25m
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 20h 25m.

  • 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
139 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $841Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,215 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $909Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,171 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,030Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,224 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,158Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,321 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $1,186Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,357 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,208Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,097 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,263Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,322 reviews
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