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$756+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Shanghai, China

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HOU — SHA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Shanghai are usually found in January or September, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,381
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$756
(FlightHub)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,466
From Houston Hobby to Shanghai
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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 June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 11/156:02 amHOU - PVG
1 stop20h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/306:10 pmPVG - HOU
1 stop19h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,381
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/45:35 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops31h 10mDelta
Sat 12/65:30 pmPVG - HOU
2 stops36h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/12$1,561
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 10/175:55 amHOU - PVG
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/296:10 pmPVG - HOU
1 stop18h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,641
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/32:30 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops28h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 7/711:00 amPVG - HOU
2 stops45h 53mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,679
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/198:56 amHOU - PVG
2 stops21h 49mJapan Airlines
Mon 6/2310:00 amPVG - HOU
2 stops40h 58mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,980
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/138:56 amHOU - SHA
2 stops37h 29mJapan Airlines
Sat 6/2112:50 pmSHA - HOU
2 stops62h 08mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/9$2,107
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/148:23 pmHOU - SHA
2 stops50h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/227:55 amSHA - HOU
3 stops46h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$2,160
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/216:00 amHOU - PVG
2 stops25h 10mKorean Air
Tue 2/242:00 pmPVG - HOU
2 stops21h 46mKorean Air
Deal found 6/12$2,601
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/98:23 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops30h 57mQatar Airways
Tue 7/1512:35 amPVG - HOU
2 stops50h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$2,684
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/44:16 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops28h 09mKLM
Sun 8/1711:15 amPVG - HOU
2 stops43h 24mKLM
Deal found 6/9$5,453

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

Fly from

Hobby

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Sat 11/15

6:02 am-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/30

6:10 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$1,381

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Sat 10/4

5:35 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops31h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/6

5:30 pm-4:27 pm

2 stops36h 57m

$1,561

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Fri 10/17

5:55 am-7:45 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/29

6:10 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop18h 34m

$1,641

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/3

2:30 pm-7:55 am

2 stops28h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 7/7

11:00 am-7:53 pm

2 stops45h 53m

$1,679

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/6

8:51 am-7:45 pm

2 stops21h 54m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/17

10:00 am-6:00 pm

2 stops21h 00m

$2,287

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/21

6:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/24

2:00 pm-9:46 pm

2 stops21h 46m

$2,601

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/6

2:30 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops36h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/16

12:35 am-1:46 pm

2 stops50h 11m

$2,631

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/4

4:16 pm-9:25 am

2 stops28h 09m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/17

11:15 am-5:39 pm

2 stops43h 24m

$5,453

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 9/1

8:51 am-7:45 pm

2 stops21h 54m

$756

HoustonShanghai

HOU - SHA

HOUSHA

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/5

8:23 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops26h 42m

$925

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 Hobby 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 June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston Hobby Airport 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.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air, Japan Airlines and Delta from Houston to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
892 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby to Shanghai. 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai round-trip from $1,381. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $1,561, and British Airways, from $1,679.

  • 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 $756 on Japan Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $925 and American Airlines from $1,020 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?

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  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$960Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$963Average$1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,170Average$1,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
EVA AirCheapest$1,186Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
ANACheapest$1,193Average$1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,249Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,427Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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