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$414+ 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 9/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SHA
oct. 15 — oct. 221
mié. 10/15
mié. 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Shanghai are usually found in January or August, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 septiembre 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$906
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$414
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,277
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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 septiembre 15, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
lun. 10/1310:15 amIAH - PVG
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/281:10 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$906
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
lun. 10/610:12 pmIAH - PVG
2 stops54h 48mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/142:25 amPVG - IAH
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$921
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
jue. 9/254:25 pmIAH - PVG
2 stops28h 30mAir China
lun. 10/133:45 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops33h 54mAir China
Deal found 9/13$939
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
jue. 9/256:40 pmIAH - SHA
2 stops26h 20mAir China
jue. 10/94:35 pmSHA - IAH
2 stops26h 37mAir China
Deal found 9/13$939
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
mié. 9/2410:30 amIAH - PVG
1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/192:25 amPVG - IAH
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$942
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
vie. 10/1710:15 amIAH - PVG
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 10/2512:00 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops30h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$944
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mié. 10/296:44 amIAH - PVG
2 stops25h 11mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/58:50 amPVG - IAH
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$946
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
lun. 10/1310:12 pmIAH - PVG
2 stops37h 08mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/192:15 amPVG - IAH
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$947
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mié. 10/110:15 amIAH - PVG
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/122:15 amPVG - IAH
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$948
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jue. 9/182:36 pmIAH - PVG
2 stops30h 19mAir China
lun. 9/293:45 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops27h 27mAir China
Deal found 9/15$958
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jue. 9/182:36 pmIAH - SHA
2 stops33h 04mAir China
lun. 9/295:30 pmSHA - IAH
2 stops25h 42mAir China
Deal found 9/15$958
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mié. 10/110:15 amIAH - PVG
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/287:20 amPVG - IAH
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$966

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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 septiembre 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Price

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 9/25

6:40 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 10/9

4:35 pm-6:12 am

2 stops26h 37m

$939

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 9/18

2:36 pm-10:55 am

2 stops31h 19m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 10/1

10:30 pm-6:12 am

2 stops44h 42m

$958

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 9/18

2:36 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops33h 04m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 9/29

5:30 pm-6:12 am

2 stops25h 42m

$958

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 10/26

6:01 am-9:55 am

2 stops38h 54m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 11/15

9:30 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops40h 29m

$974

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 9/21

7:25 am-9:50 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 9/27

9:30 pm-12:42 am

2 stops40h 12m

$1,003

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

vie. 9/19

2:36 pm-11:55 am

2 stops32h 19m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 9/28

8:55 am-12:42 am

2 stops28h 47m

$1,003

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

vie. 9/19

6:43 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 17m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 10/3

4:35 pm-10:52 am

2 stops31h 17m

$1,003

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 9/18

4:30 pm-10:55 am

2 stops29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 10/3

1:30 pm-6:12 am

2 stops29h 42m

$1,003

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 9/21

6:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 10/1

9:30 pm-6:12 am

2 stops45h 42m

$1,003

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

vie. 9/19

6:43 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops30h 07m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 9/27

9:30 pm-12:42 am

2 stops40h 12m

$1,003

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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 September 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 $1,090). Flying from Houston to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,574). 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 septiembre 15, 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 afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston to Shanghai?

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 septiembre 15, 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
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
ANA
8.4
Very good
961 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.

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?

    Air China, Turkish Airlines, and Delta can get you from Houston to Shanghai in just under 20h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 25h 20m. The distance from Houston to Shanghai is about 7555 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $960, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Houston to Shanghai and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $963 and $1,157, respectively. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Houston to Shanghai are Houston Hobby - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Houston George Bush Intcntl - 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 $1,090). Flying from Houston to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,574). 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 Houston to Shanghai

Discover the top 7 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 septiembre 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$960Average$1,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$963Average$1,559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,157Average$1,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
EVA AirCheapest$1,186Average$1,649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
ANACheapest$1,230Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,250Average$1,454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,427Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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