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$497+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Houston

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — HOU
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Houston (HO1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

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$1,068
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One-way from

$497
(Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/512:10 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops20h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/59:57 pmIAH - PVG
1 stop30h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$998
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/42:15 amPVG - IAH
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/510:15 amIAH - PVG
2 stops45h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,040
This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/94:50 pmSHA - IAH
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/228:37 amIAH - SHA
2 stops36h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,068
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/911:35 pmPVG - IAH
1 stop29h 50mLufthansa
Sun 6/226:20 pmIAH - PVG
1 stop29h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$1,167
This Austrian 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/299:30 amPVG - IAH
2 stops46h 32mAustrian Airlines
Sat 6/74:20 pmIAH - PVG
2 stops48h 40mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,193
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 5/2812:35 amPVG - IAH
1 stop28h 15mQatar Airways
Wed 6/46:10 pmIAH - PVG
1 stop33h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,281
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/93:25 pmSHA - IAH
2 stops27h 53mAir China
Fri 7/256:50 pmIAH - SHA
2 stops27h 05mAir China
Deal found 4/28$1,284
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/93:45 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops31h 57mAir China
Fri 7/254:20 pmIAH - PVG
2 stops41h 30mAir China
Deal found 4/28$1,284
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/2510:10 amPVG - IAH
2 stops44h 45mSWISS
Tue 8/512:00 pmIAH - PVG
3 stops30h 40mSWISS
Deal found 4/27$1,292
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/293:55 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops34h 16mAir Canada
Wed 6/46:31 pmIAH - PVG
2 stops30h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$1,318
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2911:00 amPVG - IAH
1 stop39h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 6/312:09 pmIAH - PVG
2 stops30h 46mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,324
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/281:35 amPVG - IAH
2 stops30h 19mANA
Thu 6/57:31 amIAH - PVG
2 stops24h 09mANA
Deal found 4/29$1,429

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Houston 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 Shanghai to Houston that are best for you.

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ShanghaiHouston

SHA - IAH

SHAIAH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/9

4:50 pm-4:55 am

2 stops25h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 6/22

8:37 am-10:20 am

2 stops36h 43m

$1,068

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/21

2:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops33h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 7/28

1:35 am-12:10 am

2 stops33h 35m

$1,147

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/9

11:35 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 6/22

6:20 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop29h 30m

$1,167

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/29

9:30 am-7:02 pm

2 stops46h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 6/7

4:20 pm-6:00 am

2 stops48h 40m

$1,193

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/28

12:35 am-3:50 pm

1 stop28h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/4

6:10 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,281

ShanghaiHouston

SHA - IAH

SHAIAH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 6/9

3:25 pm-6:18 am

2 stops27h 53m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 7/25

6:50 pm-10:55 am

2 stops27h 05m

$1,284

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/9

3:45 pm-10:42 am

2 stops31h 57m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 7/25

4:20 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops41h 30m

$1,284

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 7/25

10:10 am-5:55 pm

2 stops44h 45m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/5

12:00 pm-7:40 am

3 stops30h 40m

$1,292

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/29

3:55 pm-1:11 pm

2 stops34h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/4

6:31 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops30h 34m

$1,318

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/29

11:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop39h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/3

12:09 pm-7:55 am

2 stops30h 46m

$1,324

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to Houston

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Shanghai to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 PVG to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Houston. 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Shanghai to Houston in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Shanghai to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Shanghai to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Shanghai to Houston flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Houston by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Shanghai to Houston, such as EVA Air, Japan Airlines and ANA. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,459 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Houston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to Houston round-trip?

    Lufthansa, at $1,167, was found to be the cheapest airline from Shanghai to Houston.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Austrian Airlines and Qatar Airways.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to Houston one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air China, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $532. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Philippine Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Shanghai to Houston for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Shanghai to Houston?

    The most popular flight routes from Shanghai to Houston are Shanghai Pu Dong - Houston Hobby, Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Houston Hobby and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Houston George Bush Intcntl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Houston that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to Houston?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Shanghai to Houston.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to Houston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Houston 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 Shanghai to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Shanghai to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 3 airlines flying from Shanghai to Houston

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to Houston. 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
American AirlinesCheapest$1,009Average$1,647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ANACheapest$1,157Average$1,714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
LufthansaCheapest$1,307Average$1,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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