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Cheapest round-trip
$1,019
Typical prices: $1,263-$1,734
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Sun 11/18Mon 12/10
IAH - PVG • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$457
Typical prices: $571-$988
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/30
IAH - PVG • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Houston and Shanghai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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IAH - PVG
Cheapest • 18% average savings
IAH - SHA
Most popular
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 14% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,074 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 18h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Shanghai

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Houston to Shanghai

Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:02 am - 9:55 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
24h 53m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl
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1:30 am - 12:03 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
36h 33m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,019Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 25
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9:45 am - 10:25 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
22h 40m1 stop Tokyo Narita
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9:10 pm - 7:55 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
24h 45m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$1,023Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16
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3:19 pm - 12:30 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
31h 11m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl
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8:30 am - 7:49 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
25h 19m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,255Cathay Pacific
Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Nov 11
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8:04 pm - 11:05 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
26h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl
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8:30 am - 8:26 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
25h 56m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,261Cathay Pacific
Fri, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 12
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9:00 pm - 5:10 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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10:55 pm - 7:05 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 10m1 stop Istanbul
$1,310Turkish Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 30
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9:15 pm - 4:45 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
30h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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9:55 am - 2:10 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
41h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$1,325Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 25
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4:25 pm - 9:55 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Beijing Capital
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9:30 pm - 5:13 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
45h 43m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,453Air China
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 26
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2:50 pm - 9:55 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
29h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Beijing Capital
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4:30 pm - 5:13 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
26h 43m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,453Air China
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 28
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2:30 pm - 12:05 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
31h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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1:15 pm - 8:50 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
21h 35m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$1,490EVA Air
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Nov 1
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1:00 am - 6:25 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
28h 25m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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8:10 pm - 8:50 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
38h 40m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$1,497EVA Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston to Shanghai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Houston to Shanghai with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Shanghai?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Shanghai, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 27% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Shanghai?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Shanghai at $1,237 round-trip.
  • December ($1,718) and June ($1,682) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Houston to Shanghai the cheapest?

Flights from Houston to Shanghai are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Houston to Shanghai flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$457
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

When to book flights from Houston to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Houston to Shanghai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Houston to Shanghai flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston to Shanghai?

    Flights from Houston to Shanghai may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), with arrivals available at Shanghai area airports such as Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston to Shanghai?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Houston to Shanghai:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston to Shanghai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Houston to Shanghai most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Haneda (HND) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston to Shanghai?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 32% on the Houston to Shanghai route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,262 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,850, a difference of $588. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Shanghai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Shanghai are The Bund, Nanjing Road and Shanghai Disneyland. These are among the most viewed places in Shanghai on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Houston to Shanghai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 1% above the route average of $1,446. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Houston to Shanghai?

    A nonstop flight from Houston to Shanghai takes 0h 00m, covering 7,573 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston to Shanghai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Houston to Shanghai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston to Shanghai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $776.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Houston to Shanghai?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 37m, compared with 18h 54m via Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and 19h 26m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Houston and Shanghai?

    Shanghai is 13 hours ahead of Houston (China Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Houston to Shanghai flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston to Shanghai range from $1,263 to $1,734, with an average of $1,446 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,263 counts as a good deal.

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