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$421+ Cheap flights from Houston to Shanghai, China

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SHA
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/3110:20 amIAH - SHA
1 stop36h 05mANA
Thu 1/291:40 pmSHA - IAH
2 stops30h 12mANA
Deal found 12/17$1,325
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:05 amIAH - PVG
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/98:25 amPVG - IAH
2 stops29h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,368
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/3010:20 amIAH - PVG
1 stop36h 00mANA
Fri 1/98:30 amPVG - IAH
1 stop20h 10mANA
Deal found 12/16$1,385
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2210:15 pmIAH - PVG
1 stop30h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/61:30 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops23h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,689
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:20 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops50h 00mJapan Airlines
Wed 12/3110:00 amPVG - HOU
2 stops39h 39mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,810
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/237:59 pmIAH - PVG
1 stop32h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/3111:35 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,836
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/237:30 pmIAH - PVG
2 stops38h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 12/315:30 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops40h 56mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/17$1,878
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/237:59 pmIAH - PVG
1 stop32h 01mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3011:35 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops46h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,879
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/1610:20 amIAH - PVG
1 stop24h 55mANA
Mon 1/198:30 amPVG - IAH
1 stop37h 15mANA
Deal found 12/16$1,914
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/1610:20 amIAH - SHA
1 stop36h 05mANA
Mon 1/191:40 pmSHA - IAH
1 stop32h 05mANA
Deal found 12/16$1,914
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/233:30 pmIAH - PVG
2 stops37h 45mAir France
Tue 12/3010:15 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops39h 36mAir France
Deal found 12/16$1,940
This ANA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 ANA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/169:42 amIAH - PVG
2 stops25h 33mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/198:30 amPVG - IAH
1 stop37h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,941

Find flight deals from Houston to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,228
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$421
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,717
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Shanghai 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Shanghai that are best for you.

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HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/17

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/10

5:00 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop19h 42m

$1,228

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/15

6:25 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop18h 21m

$1,228

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/7

7:45 am-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/12

10:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop24h 59m

$1,232

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/2

6:35 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/28

10:00 am-6:28 pm

1 stop21h 28m

$1,232

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/1

4:25 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/11

5:30 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop18h 29m

$1,233

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Sun 3/15

5:27 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 53m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/10

10:00 am-9:38 pm

2 stops24h 38m

$1,233

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/17

5:27 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 53m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/10

10:00 am-9:38 pm

2 stops24h 38m

$1,233

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/16

10:35 am-3:20 pm

2 stops39h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/10

10:00 am-9:38 pm

2 stops24h 38m

$1,233

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/15

7:30 am-12:25 pm

2 stops38h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/22

1:40 pm-7:45 am

1 stop32h 05m

$1,264

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/18

7:43 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops27h 37m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 6/10

1:20 pm-11:21 pm

2 stops47h 01m

$1,265

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Shanghai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston to Shanghai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Shanghai (average of $751). Flying from Houston to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,280). 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 SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, ANA, and United Airlines from Houston to Shanghai. 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
8.5
Very good
1,295 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

TPE - CRK

All was okay except for the medical emergency that happened before our boarding. I wish that the medical emergency response was more immediate.
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,295 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,295 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

TPE - CRK

All was okay except for the medical emergency that happened before our boarding. I wish that the medical emergency response was more immediate.
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,030 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,295 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

TPE - CRK

All was okay except for the medical emergency that happened before our boarding. I wish that the medical emergency response was more immediate.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,295 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

TPE - CRK

All was okay except for the medical emergency that happened before our boarding. I wish that the medical emergency response was more immediate.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,105 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,295 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

TPE - CRK

All was okay except for the medical emergency that happened before our boarding. I wish that the medical emergency response was more immediate.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,055 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,295 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

TPE - CRK

All was okay except for the medical emergency that happened before our boarding. I wish that the medical emergency response was more immediate.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Shanghai. 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 Houston to Shanghai?

    American Airlines, Delta, and ANA can get you from Houston to Shanghai in just under 21h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 17h 30m. The distance from Houston to Shanghai is about 7576 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $380, Delta will fly you from Houston to Shanghai and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air China and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $672 and $949, respectively. These flights start at 72% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $544 on Air China. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $666 and EVA Air from $710 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Shanghai (average of $751). Flying from Houston to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,280). 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 9 airlines flying from Houston to Shanghai

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Shanghai. 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$380Average$1,559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$949Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$979Average$1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,040Average$2,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,157Average$1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
EVA AirCheapest$1,186Average$1,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
ANACheapest$1,211Average$1,508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,227Average$1,529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,427Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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