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$428+ 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — HOU
Jan 20 — Jan 271
Tue 1/20
Tue 1/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Houston

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 December 21, 2025.

This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2511:35 pmPVG - IAH
1 stop29h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 12/295:45 pmIAH - PVG
1 stop30h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/18$1,486
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/255:35 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops42h 04mAir Canada
Mon 12/295:25 pmIAH - PVG
1 stop32h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 12/18$1,715
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Thu 12/251:30 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops19h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/295:00 amIAH - PVG
2 stops23h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/19$2,235

Find 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 December 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$866
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$428
(Trip.com)
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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 December 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Houston that are best for you.

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Shanghai

Fly to

Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/19

8:30 am-7:45 am

1 stop37h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/26

7:50 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops35h 35m

$1,061

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/28

1:35 am-6:25 pm

2 stops29h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/10

10:40 am-12:35 am

1 stop24h 55m

$1,064

ShanghaiHouston

SHA - IAH

SHAIAH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 1/18

7:35 pm-12:19 am

3 stops42h 44m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/25

4:13 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops34h 22m

$1,097

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/19

8:25 am-11:54 pm

2 stops29h 29m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/26

2:12 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops33h 18m

$1,173

ShanghaiHouston

SHA - IAH

SHAIAH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 1/19

1:40 pm-7:45 am

1 stop32h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/26

7:50 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$1,176

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/15

9:10 pm-11:15 am

2 stops52h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/21

5:00 am-9:45 am

2 stops38h 45m

$1,205

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/28

4:25 pm-12:57 am

2 stops21h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/10

8:00 am-10:45 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$1,205

ShanghaiHouston

SHA - IAH

SHAIAH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 1/19

5:30 pm-5:52 am

2 stops26h 22m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/26

4:25 pm-9:55 am

2 stops27h 30m

$1,233

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/28

8:25 am-8:45 am

1 stop37h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/9

10:40 am-8:40 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$1,305

ShanghaiHouston

PVG - IAH

PVGIAH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/27

1:35 am-8:45 am

1 stop20h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/10

10:40 am-8:40 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$1,305

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Houston (average of $884). Flying from Shanghai to Houston in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,503). 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 SHA 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 December 21, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Shanghai to Houston in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Shanghai to Houston by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Monica,Nov 2025

JAC - DFW

At least there was an option of entertainment on this flight.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Monica,Nov 2025

JAC - DFW

At least there was an option of entertainment on this flight.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to Houston?

    Departing from Shanghai to Houston will take you 37h 15m. There are 7555 mi between Shanghai and Houston. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai to Houston round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $1,007, was found to be the cheapest airline from Shanghai to Houston..

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

    The most popular flight routes from Shanghai to Houston are Shanghai Pu Dong - Houston George Bush Intcntl, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Houston (average of $884). Flying from Shanghai to Houston in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,503). 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 airline flying from Shanghai to Houston

Discover the top airline 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 December 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,007Average$1,442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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