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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Houston to Shanghai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.£649 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with Zipair and Jetstar Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From £649, select.
Shanghai.£675 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Feb, returning Sat, 7 Mar.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Spring Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, 14 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From £675, select.
Shanghai.£684 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan, returning Tue, 27 Jan.Return flight with Zipair and Jetstar Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From £684, select.
Shanghai.£706 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan, returning Tue, 3 Feb.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Spring Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Japan, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From £706, select.
Shanghai.£708 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From £708, select.
Shanghai.£708 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Feb, returning Fri, 27 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From £708, select.
Shanghai.£717 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with Zipair and Spring Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Spring Japan, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From £717, select.
Shanghai.£724 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Tue, 5 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From £724, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Shanghai from £307 one-way

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Houston to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in March.
Jan
from £686
Feb
from £709
Mar
from £650
Apr
from £740
May
from £769
Jun
from £947
Jul
from £1,034
Aug
from £911
Sep
from £1,000
Oct
from £950
Nov
from £854
Dec
from £1,023

Alternative Houston to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Houston to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai Hongqiao

9 miles from central Shanghai
Closest
from £768
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Shanghai Pudong

20 miles from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from £649
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Houston to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£650
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Houston to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Houston to Shanghai is £649. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Houston to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from £650.
As of January 2026, there are no flights flying from Houston to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Shanghai is usually March.
If you're flying from Houston, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 20.3 miles away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from £649.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Houston to Shanghai on Tuesday, 3 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Houston and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In January, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai is Zipair .

Travelling from Houston to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Houston is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Shanghai departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).

  • When landing in Shanghai, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the chief entry points.

  • Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai 13 hours ahead of Houston.

  • For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Houston to Shanghai flight.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Shanghai

  • To pick up cheap Houston to Shanghai flights, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Houston to Shanghai.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Houston to Shanghai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Houston to Shanghai flights.

Flying from Houston

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for Houston to Shanghai flights leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • IAH is around 21 kms (13 miles) from central Houston. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.

  • After an easy start to your break? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Houston to Shanghai or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of George Bush Intercontinental Airport, data shows 78.42% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • Break up your Houston to Shanghai flight with a stop at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). A main stopover between William P. Hobby Airport and Shanghai, it's a good opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kms (10 miles) away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Houston to Shanghai, kick back in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:

  • Flights from William P. Hobby Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 81% of them landing right on cue.

  • You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Arriving in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • The centre of Shanghai is about 13 kms (8 miles) from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Houston to Shanghai has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 20 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Houston to Shanghai:

  • Why base your plans around someone else's schedule? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and call the shots on your own adventure. Book your wheels here with Hertz.

  • Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's left over, by securing your ride from SHA before your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during peak travel times.

  • You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Houston to Shanghai. April is the most popular month to visit Shanghai. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Houston to Shanghai ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap flights from Houston to Shanghai around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 170 miles west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • Around 50 miles west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.

Plan the rest of your trip from Houston to Shanghai

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