Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Houston – Shanghai
Outbound – Nov 5, 2026
1 stop
21h 5m SFO
Return – Nov 18, 2026
1 stop
17h 45m SFO
$1,309
yesterday
Houston – Shanghai
Outbound – Nov 2, 2026
1 stop
21h 40m LAX
Return – Nov 17, 2026
1 stop
17h 45m SFO
$1,299
2 days ago
Houston – Shanghai
Outbound – Nov 2, 2026
1 stop
20h 55m LAX
Return – Nov 17, 2026
1 stop
17h 45m SFO
$1,297
2 days ago
Houston – Shanghai
Outbound – Nov 5, 2026
2 stops
21h 35m DEN
LAX
Return – Nov 18, 2026
1 stop
17h 45m SFO
$1,295
yesterday
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$893
Average price of a round trip
$1152
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
35h52
A flight from Houston to Shanghai takes on average 35h52.
Best time
May
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Shanghai is May.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Houston to Shanghai
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Shanghai (China) from Houston (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is November, with an average flight ticket price of $1147 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of November, June and October.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 41 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to Shanghai costs on average $1055.
The airlines that offer the most flights are .
Price of flight tickets from Houston to Shanghai
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $893 to $1326
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $1152
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of November
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: November
info departure city :
Houston, USA
airports :
Ellington Airport (EFD)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston Metro-Ho Airport (QHO)
Sugar Land Regional Airport (SGR)
local time :
Houston is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Houston, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 23°C, with a minimum of 19°C and a maximum of 26°C.
The city of Houston (HOU) has 5 airport(s): Ellington, William P. Hobby, George Bush Intercontinental, Houston Metro-/Ho and Sugar Land
destination info :
Shanghai, China
airports :
Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Pudong International Airport (PVG)
local time :
Shanghai is in the country China, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Shanghai, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 24°C, with a minimum of 21°C and a maximum of 28°C.
The city of Shanghai (SHA) has 2 airport(s): Hongqiao and Pudong
Useful info about Shanghai
What is the least touristic period to go to Shanghai?
If you want to visit Shanghai during the least touristic period, choose the month of May.
What is the most popular time to travel to Shanghai?
In Shanghai, the most popular month is November. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Houston to Shanghai?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 41 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 6 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from Houston to Shanghai is Monday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Houston and Shanghai?
When you leave, you can leave from George Bush Intercontinental, and you will arrive at Hongqiao or Pudong.
How to reach Houston airport from the city centre?
The airport Ellington is located 26 km, William P. Hobby is located 14 km, George Bush Intercontinental is located 22 km, Houston Metro-/Ho is located 7 km or Sugar Land is located 32 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Houston to Shanghai?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Houston and Shanghai?
In summer, the average temperature is 27°C in Shanghai and 29°C in Houston. The average rainfall in summer is 230 mm in Shanghai and 129 mm in Houston. In summer, it is warmer in Houston and it rains less in Houston. In winter, it is colder in Houston and it rains more in Houston.