Shanghai

$486+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SHA
Mar 15 — Mar 221
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Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from Hobby to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 13, 2026.

This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/158:35 pm
HOU
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PVG
2 stops26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/2912:20 pm
PVG
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HOU
2 stops24h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$967
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 10/217:58 am
HOU
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PVG
1 stop18h 22m
American Airlines
Tue 11/36:05 pm
PVG
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HOU
1 stop15h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$1,229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 3/112:13 pm
HOU
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PVG
2 stops36h 07m
Delta
Wed 4/19:55 am
PVG
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HOU
2 stops25h 47m
Delta
Deal found 2/10$1,234
This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 China Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/296:35 pm
HOU
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PVG
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/117:50 pm
PVG
-
HOU
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,236
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/277:58 am
HOU
-
PVG
2 stops22h 32m
Japan Airlines
Tue 11/106:40 pm
PVG
-
HOU
2 stops31h 00m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,238
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Sun 3/158:20 pm
HOU
-
PVG
1 stop31h 05m
American Airlines
Tue 6/165:20 pm
PVG
-
HOU
1 stop31h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$1,241
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/277:58 am
HOU
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SHA
2 stops38h 47m
Japan Airlines
Tue 11/101:10 pm
SHA
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HOU
2 stops36h 30m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,263
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 4/155:23 pm
HOU
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PVG
2 stops33h 02m
Delta
Sun 4/269:55 am
PVG
-
HOU
2 stops36h 56m
Delta
Deal found 2/9$1,274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Tue 9/18:25 pm
HOU
-
PVG
1 stop29h 55m
American Airlines
Tue 9/155:20 pm
PVG
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HOU
1 stop29h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Wed 3/46:00 am
HOU
-
PVG
1 stop20h 25m
American Airlines
Wed 3/256:25 pm
PVG
-
HOU
1 stop18h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 10/2110:05 am
HOU
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PVG
2 stops40h 20m
Delta
Tue 11/310:00 am
PVG
-
HOU
2 stops25h 43m
Delta
Deal found 2/10$1,284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Mon 2/166:00 am
HOU
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PVG
1 stop20h 25m
American Airlines
Wed 2/186:25 pm
PVG
-
HOU
1 stop31h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,285

Find flight deals from Hobby to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 February 13, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,229
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$486
(Cathay Pacific)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,227
From Houston Hobby to Shanghai
One-way flight from Houston Hobby to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($61 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 February 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

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HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/1

5:20 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop19h 38m

$1,229

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/11

2:13 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops36h 07m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/1

9:55 am-10:42 pm

2 stops25h 47m

$1,234

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/15

5:23 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops33h 02m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/26

9:55 am-9:51 am

2 stops36h 56m

$1,274

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/20

6:01 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/22

5:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop19h 39m

$1,279

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Thu 3/12

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/27

6:25 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop18h 33m

$1,279

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/11

6:25 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop18h 33m

$1,279

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/18

6:25 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop18h 33m

$1,279

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/6

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/15

5:20 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop19h 27m

$1,279

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/16

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/15

5:20 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop19h 27m

$1,279

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/24

5:22 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/14

9:55 am-11:06 pm

2 stops26h 11m

$1,284

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai (average of $739). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). 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.

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 February 13, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, ANA, and United Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jolene,Jan 2026

SGN - TPE

Everything was good. I asked for aisle seating as I must stretch my leg out because of back and pelvis issues. Sometimes I don't always get it. But I did for all 3 of my flights for my destination. It was very nice.

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jolene,Jan 2026

SGN - TPE

Everything was good. I asked for aisle seating as I must stretch my leg out because of back and pelvis issues. Sometimes I don't always get it. But I did for all 3 of my flights for my destination. It was very nice.
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jolene,Jan 2026

SGN - TPE

Everything was good. I asked for aisle seating as I must stretch my leg out because of back and pelvis issues. Sometimes I don't always get it. But I did for all 3 of my flights for my destination. It was very nice.

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jolene,Jan 2026

SGN - TPE

Everything was good. I asked for aisle seating as I must stretch my leg out because of back and pelvis issues. Sometimes I don't always get it. But I did for all 3 of my flights for my destination. It was very nice.

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jolene,Jan 2026

SGN - TPE

Everything was good. I asked for aisle seating as I must stretch my leg out because of back and pelvis issues. Sometimes I don't always get it. But I did for all 3 of my flights for my destination. It was very nice.

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jolene,Jan 2026

SGN - TPE

Everything was good. I asked for aisle seating as I must stretch my leg out because of back and pelvis issues. Sometimes I don't always get it. But I did for all 3 of my flights for my destination. It was very nice.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai in 21h 25m. Fly via American Airlines, Delta, or Japan Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Houston Hobby Airport and Shanghai is about 7576 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai round-trip from $841. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from $981, and American Airlines, from $1,158. Delta is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $553 on Air China. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $642 and EVA Air from $710 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Hobby Airport to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai (average of $739). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). 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 Shanghai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 February 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$841Average$1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$981Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,158Average$1,468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
EVA AirCheapest$1,186Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
ANACheapest$1,215Average$1,401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,227Average$1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,427Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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