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USD 1,008 USD 2,500

Duration

18 h 50 m 39 h 30 m

Stops From Houston - Hobby Apt

Departure From Houston - Hobby Apt

Before 6 AM

USD 1,158

6 AM - 12 PM

USD 1,009

12 PM - 6 PM

USD 1,124

After 6 PM

USD 1,179

Arrival at Shanghai-Hongqiao Apt

6 AM - 12 PM

USD 1,009

12 PM - 6 PM

USD 1,033

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Oneworld

(6)

SkyTeam

(2)

Star Alliance

(15)

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Layover Airports

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Layover Duration

1 h 45 m 22 h 30 m

Houston (HOU) to Shanghai (SHA) Cheap Flights

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Alaska Airlines, China Airlines

USD 1,034

USD 1,009

You save USD 115 if you fly to Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt | Transit Visa may be required

Houston to Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt , 30 Jun

Alaska Airlines AS | 241

08:00

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal A

Houston, United States

04 h 41 m

10:41

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Seattle, United States

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Information not available

China Airlines CI | 21

01:55

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Seattle, United States

12 h 05 m

05:00

Thu, 2 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Taipei - Taoyuan Apt, Taiwan

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Information not available

China Airlines CI | 501

08:40

Thu, 2 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Taipei - Taoyuan Apt, Taiwan

02 h 10 m

10:50

Thu, 2 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Alaska Airlines, Eva Airways

USD 1,059

USD 1,033

You save USD 91 if you fly to Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt | Transit Visa may be required

Houston to Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt , 30 Jun

Alaska Airlines AS | 241

08:00

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal A

Houston, United States

04 h 41 m

10:41

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Seattle, United States

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Eva Airways BR | 25

01:50

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Seattle, United States

12 h 15 m

05:05

Thu, 2 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Taipei - Taoyuan Apt, Taiwan

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Eva Airways BR | 712

09:55

Thu, 2 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Taipei - Taoyuan Apt, Taiwan

02 h 10 m

12:05

Thu, 2 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

United Airlines, Asiana Airlines

USD 1,124

Transit Visa may be required

Houston to Shanghai-Hongqiao Apt , 30 Jun

United Airlines UA | 382

16:25

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal C

Houston, United States

04 h 05 m

18:30

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T3

San Francisco, United States

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Asiana Airlines OZ | 211

23:20

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal I

San Francisco, United States

13 h 05 m

04:25

Thu, 2 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Seoul-Incheon, South Korea

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Information not available

Asiana Airlines OZ | 3615

08:30

Thu, 2 Jul 26

Terminal I

Seoul - Gimpo Airport, South Korea

02 h 15 m

09:45

Thu, 2 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Shanghai-Hongqiao Apt, China

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

United Airlines

USD 1,185

USD 1,158

Houston to Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt , 30 Jun

United Airlines UA | 487

05:22

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal C

Houston, United States

04 h

07:22

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T3

San Francisco, United States

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

United Airlines UA | 857

13:30

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal I

San Francisco, United States

12 h 55 m

17:25

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

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Delta Air Lines

USD 1,175

Houston to Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt , 30 Jun

Delta Air Lines DL | 1389

05:20

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal A

Houston, United States

02 h 51 m

09:11

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal EM

Detroit, United States

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Delta Air Lines DL | 389

12:20

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal EM

Detroit, United States

15 h 05 m

15:25

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Terminal T1

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

United Airlines

More Timing Options

USD 1,179

Houston to Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt , 30 Jun

United Airlines UA | 1341

18:05

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal C

Houston, United States

04 h 05 m

20:10

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T3

San Francisco, United States

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

United Airlines UA | 857

13:30

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Terminal I

San Francisco, United States

12 h 55 m

17:25

Thu, 2 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

American Airlines

USD 1,272

Houston to Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt , 30 Jun

American Airlines AA | 700

06:02

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal A

Houston, United States

01 h 27 m

07:29

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Dallas/Fort Worth, United States

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

American Airlines AA | 127

10:50

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Dallas/Fort Worth, United States

15 h 30 m

15:20

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

American Airlines

USD 1,275

Houston to Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt , 30 Jun

American Airlines AA | 3002

07:00

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal A

Houston, United States

01 h 32 m

08:32

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Dallas/Fort Worth, United States

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

American Airlines AA | 127

10:50

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Dallas/Fort Worth, United States

15 h 30 m

15:20

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

United Airlines

USD 1,341

USD 1,314

Houston to Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt , 30 Jun

United Airlines UA | 469

09:53

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal C

Houston, United States

03 h 37 m

11:30

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T7

Los Angeles, United States

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

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United Airlines UA | 198

13:15

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T6

Los Angeles, United States

13 h 30 m

17:45

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

United Airlines

USD 1,336

Houston to Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt , 30 Jun

United Airlines UA | 1768

07:20

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal C

Houston, United States

04 h 05 m

09:25

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal T3

San Francisco, United States

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

United Airlines UA | 857

13:30

Tue, 30 Jun 26

Terminal I

San Francisco, United States

12 h 55 m

17:25

Wed, 1 Jul 26

Terminal T2

Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Houston to Shanghai Flights Information:-

Looking for Houston to Shanghai Flight? Hereโ€™s all you need to know! For convenience and to save time, pick the airport that is closest to your destination. The nearest airport to Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong International Airport and the IATA code for the same is SHA.
Currently, there are 8 airlines operating flights between the two destinations and approximately 19 flights take off from Houston to Shanghai every week.

Need information on Houston to Shanghai airfare?

The minimum airfare for a Houston to Shanghai flight would be 1008, which may go up to 2340 depending on the route, booking time and availability.
It is recommended that you book a round-trip, since it always works out to be more economical.

Flight Details for Houston to Shanghai

If you are looking for Houston to Shanghai flights, there is no dearth of options to choose from. Several reputed airlines currently offer both direct and indirect flights between the two destinations. Some of these are Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, China Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Eva Airways, United Airlines. Out of these, only 0 airlines operate direct flights. Indirect flights may involve more travel time, but they usually cost lesser than direct flights.

The number of flights operated by each airline is as follows:Air Canada : 1, Alaska Airlines : 1, American Airlines : 1, Asiana Airlines : 1, China Airlines : 1, Delta Air Lines : 1, Eva Airways : 1, United Airlines : 1

To board the first Houston to Shanghai flight, choose Air Canada, which departs at 05:15 The last flight for this route is United Airlines, departing at 18:05

Shanghai Airport Information

Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Pudong New Area, 900 Qihang Road, Shanghai 201202, China
Tel: (021) 9608 1388

About Houston (HOU)

Houston, Texas, is a vibrant metropolis that offers a unique blend of cultural diversity, modern attractions, and rich history, making it an attractive destination for visitors from the United States. Known as the Space City, Houston is home to the NASA Johnson Space Center, where you can explore the wonders of space exploration. The city's dynamic arts scene, thriving culinary landscape, and numerous green spaces provide endless opportunities for memorable experiences.

Best Time to Visit

The ideal time to visit Houston is during the spring (March to May) and fall (September to November) when the weather is pleasant, and outdoor activities are enjoyable. Summers can be hot and humid, while winters are mild with occasional cold fronts. Visiting during the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo in March or the Houston International Festival in April can add a unique cultural experience to your trip.

Getting There

Houston is well-connected with two major airports: George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Direct flights to Houston are available from several major cities in the United States. Airlines such as United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta offer frequent flights to Houston. Ensure you have a valid ID for domestic flights and check with your airline for any specific documentation requirements.

Where to Stay

Houston offers a wide range of accommodation options to suit all budgets. For luxury stays, consider hotels in the Galleria area, known for its shopping and dining options. Downtown Houston is ideal for those who want to be close to major attractions and entertainment venues. Budget travelers can find affordable hotels and motels in areas like Midtown and the Museum District.

Must-See Places & Experiences

โ€ข Space Center Houston: Explore interactive exhibits and learn about space missions.
โ€ข Houston Museum of Natural Science: Discover fascinating exhibits on dinosaurs, gems, and more.
โ€ข The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston: Enjoy a diverse collection of art from around the world.
โ€ข Buffalo Bayou Park: Relax and enjoy outdoor activities along this scenic waterway.
โ€ข Houston Zoo: A family-friendly destination with a wide variety of animals.
โ€ข The Galleria: Shop at one of the largest malls in the United States.
โ€ข Discovery Green: An urban park offering events, dining, and recreational activities.

Local Transportation

Getting around Houston is convenient with various transportation options. From the airports, you can take taxis, ride-sharing services, or shuttle buses to reach your hotel. The METRO Rail and bus system provide affordable public transportation within the city. Renting a car is also a popular option for exploring Houston and its surrounding areas.

Food & Dining

Houston's culinary scene is a melting pot of flavors, reflecting its diverse population. Don't miss trying Tex-Mex cuisine, with popular dishes like fajitas and enchiladas. For a taste of Houston's barbecue, visit renowned spots like Killen's BBQ and The Pit Room. The city also boasts a variety of international cuisines, from Vietnamese pho to Indian curries.

Practical Travel Tips

โ€ข Currency: The official currency is the US Dollar (USD).
โ€ข Language: English is the primary language spoken.
โ€ข Safety: Houston is generally safe, but it's always wise to stay aware of your surroundings.
โ€ข Useful apps: Download apps like Uber, Lyft, and METRO Trip for convenient transportation.
โ€ข Weather: Check the weather forecast and pack accordingly, especially during the summer months.

Important Information about Houston to Shanghai Flight

Lowest Fare to Travel with Date USD 1034- 30 Jun
Total flights from Houston to Shanghai in a week 19 Flights
First Flight Air Canada, departs at 05:15
Last FlightUnited Airlines, departs at 18:05
Non-Stop Flights from Houston to Shanghai0
Airport Name & codes of Houston & Shanghai William P Hobby, Houston-HOU, Shanghai Pudong International Airport,Shanghai-SHA

Houston Address

About Shanghai (SHA)

Tagged as the most developed cities in China, Shanghai stands strong with its population of over 23million, in which 9Million are just migrants. The largest and the prosperous city has a impressive history of years, which attracts constant traffic of tourists from across the globe. Among the most noted achievements, one was when the city hosted World Expo, 2010 and recorded the highest number of visitors from all over the world. With a captivating mix of east and west, Shanghai manages to woo the tourists with its style, art and world class technology. The climatic condition of the city is humid subtropical, and its best to hit the road during the spring season. Tourists can reach the diverse cultural city through plane and can land down at either Pudong or Hongqia International Airport. Other means of travelling include: train,car, bus, and boat. Getting around in the city requires help from the local transport, such as, local metro, special sight-seeing buses, taxis and ferry. Its always advisable to carry a language translation book in hand to communicate with the localihites. It will help you give proper hotel direction to your taxi driver. There are some place like, Yuyuan Gardens, Shanghai Museum, Oriental pearl tower and Zhujiajiao Water Town, which can fill your heart with joy and pleasure. You can gather and sit at the nearest tea house, take a boat ride, spend time at the Jinjiang amusement park and Shanghai city beach. For shopping purposes, visit shanghai's Nanjing road or move towards the direction of Yuyuan Bazaar, for buying beautiful crafts and jewellery for yourself and your dear ones. There are number of supermarkets chains in the city, such as, Carreour, Auchan, Tesco, and Walmart, from which the tourists can easily avail products of their choice. At Shanghai, you will find cuisines of diverse tastes and flavour, which enable you to enjoy a vast variety of food and eatables at the city. While you plan out things for your trip, there are things which weigh prime importance. With MakeMyTrip, you can lessen your stress and can take help from the services provided by the website. The online ticket booking, accommodation arrangements and car rental services are managed by the website. Detailed information about the location is also provided at the city guides page, which enables you to have a closer look at your favourite location.

Shanghai Address

Pudong New Area, 900 Qihang Road, Shanghai 201202, China
Tel: (021) 9608 1388

Frequently Asked Questions - Houston to Shanghai Flights

Which airlines offer cheapest airfare from Houston to Shanghai?

There is no set pricing for airlines to offer cheap flight fare from Houston to Shanghai. These fares are mostly decided on the basis of algorithms followed by air carriers to final the prizing based on demand. However, some multiple route flights with stop-overs offer cheap flights as compared to direct flight departing from Houston to Shanghai.

Is there a way to make flexible departure date bookings for your Houston to Shanghai flight tickets?

Some travel portals like MakeMyTrip offer flexible departure and arrival booking option with certain air carrier when booking from Houston to Shanghai. You can check the flexible booking flight options once you get the results filters based on your search and make the booking accordingly. Please note, some airlines make charge extra for flexible travel dates.

How do MakeMyTrip finds the lowest available dare for flights from Houston to Shanghai?

MakeMyTrip is a popular travel portal that also works as a travel search engine that allows you to see best available results for your flight search. Every time you make search for flights to any destination, the MMT algorithm picks all the available air carriers for the route and filter rates basis on the cheapest fare available in their system. At MMT, you can not only search flights on the basis of the fare, but you can also see which flight offers direct route, which has multiple stop-overs, baggage allowance, in-flight meal options, cancellation policy, etc. You can also check available discounts offered by payments partners and air carriers when booking the flight.

Can I find cheap accommodation near to airport when travelling from Houston to Shanghai?

There are several accommodation options available near the Shanghai Pudong International Airport. You can check for both budget friendly and well as five star accommodation near the airport depending on your requirement and budget. These hotels are mostly suitable for business travellers.

Can I cancel my ticket from Houston to Shanghai without cancellation charges?

To avoid cancellation charges on your air tickets, you need to make a selection at the time of booking for ZERO cancellation. Please note, the zero cancellation facility is chargeable with minimum amount and can help you save a lot at the time sudden cancellations.

Is passport mandatory to travel from Houston to Shanghai?

When making an international trip, passport is mandatory as it defines your identity to the other nation officials. The VISA norms may differ from country to country, which means some would allow Visa on arrival and others may require you to obtain visa in advance. But the availability of passport is mandatory at the time of departure and arrival as well.

What is the best time to book cheap flight tickets from Houston to Shanghai?

To get cheap flight tickets from Houston to Shanghai, the best time would be to plan your trip during the off season. At that time the flight tickets are usually cheaper than the peak season and the accommodation booking is also available at the affordable price. The other way of booking cheap flight tickets from Houston (HOU) to Shanghai (SHA) is to book atleast 4 weeks in advance before your departure date to get competitive pricing on your tickets even during the peak season.