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$951+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to China

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HOU — PVG
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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Cheap flight deals from Hobby to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hobby to China flight deals. Data was last updated April 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,355
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$977
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$1,393
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/114:20 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops32h 25mDelta
Thu 10/23:45 pmPVG - HOU
2 stops30h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/29$1,296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/265:00 amHOU - PVG
1 stop20h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/145:00 pmPVG - HOU
1 stop18h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,315
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/85:00 amHOU - PVG
2 stops25h 45mJapan Airlines
Tue 5/139:05 amPVG - HOU
2 stops21h 56mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,571
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/25:00 amHOU - PVG
1 stop20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/49:05 amPVG - HOU
2 stops23h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,662
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/152:30 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops28h 25mBritish Airways
Thu 6/2611:00 amPVG - HOU
2 stops49h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,678
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/65:00 amHOU - PEK
2 stops25h 45mJapan Airlines
Wed 9/34:20 pmPEK - HOU
2 stops34h 31mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,945
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/85:00 amHOU - CAN
2 stops26h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/1510:30 amCAN - HOU
2 stops26h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$2,039
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:00 amHOU - PEK
2 stops26h 30mKorean Air
Mon 10/61:30 amPEK - HOU
2 stops26h 36mKorean Air
Deal found 4/28$2,101
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/226:43 pmHOU - KMG
2 stops38h 27mKorean Air
Wed 11/511:55 pmKMG - HOU
2 stops26h 17mKorean Air
Deal found 4/28$2,110
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/34:20 pmHOU - DLC
2 stops37h 40mKorean Air
Tue 10/282:25 pmDLC - HOU
2 stops37h 41mKorean Air
Deal found 4/28$2,110
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/296:45 pmHOU - FOC
2 stops26h 30mKorean Air
Thu 5/2911:50 amFOC - HOU
2 stops23h 31mKorean Air
Deal found 4/29$2,201
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/146:00 amHOU - PEK
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/314:40 pmPEK - HOU
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$2,283

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby to China that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to China that are best for you.

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Hobby

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/2

5:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/4

5:00 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop19h 56m

$1,355

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Sun 7/6

6:40 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/22

3:45 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops33h 16m

$1,453

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/8

5:00 am-7:45 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/13

9:05 am-6:01 pm

2 stops21h 56m

$1,571

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/2

5:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/4

9:05 am-7:41 pm

2 stops23h 36m

$1,662

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Sun 6/15

2:30 pm-7:55 am

2 stops28h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/26

11:00 am-11:48 pm

2 stops49h 48m

$1,678

HoustonGuangzhou

HOU - CAN

HOUCAN

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/8

5:00 am-8:25 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 5/15

10:30 am-11:58 pm

2 stops26h 28m

$2,039

HoustonKunming

HOU - KMG

HOUKMG

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/22

6:43 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops38h 27m

Kunming Changshui

Wed 11/5

11:55 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops26h 17m

$2,110

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/5

8:16 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops31h 04m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/28

12:35 am-7:44 pm

2 stops32h 09m

$2,381

HoustonHangzhou

HOU - HGH

HOUHGH

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/10

8:23 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops54h 42m

Hangzhou

Wed 7/16

12:55 am-1:53 pm

2 stops49h 58m

$2,422

HoustonBeijing

HOU - PEK

HOUPEK

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/5

6:00 am-9:40 am

2 stops38h 40m

Beijing Capital

Wed 5/28

6:30 pm-3:38 pm

2 stops34h 08m

$2,501

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to China?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to China (average of $1,167). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

When flying from Houston Hobby Airport to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 1.2 - 10.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.2 in. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to China. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to China, such as Korean Air, Japan Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,459 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to China one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston Hobby Airport to China are American Airlines ($977), Delta ($983), and Japan Airlines ($1,189).

  • What are the most popular routes from Houston Hobby Airport to China?

    While some choose either Houston Hobby - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Houston Hobby - Shanghai Pu Dong, Houston Hobby - Beijing Capital is the most popular route from Houston Hobby Airport to China.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hobby to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hobby to China flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby to China by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to China?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to China (average of $1,167). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Hobby to China

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Hobby to China. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$837Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$963Average$1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air ChinaCheapest$1,150Average$1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,170Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ANACheapest$1,193Average$1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,194Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,248Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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