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$409+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to Shanghai, China

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IAH — SHA
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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The best prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Shanghai are usually found in September or March, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) 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 February 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,211
(IEagle)

One-way from

$409
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,295
From Houston George Bush Intcntl to Shanghai
One-way flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($331 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/61:00 amIAH - PVG
1 stop28h 25mEVA Air
Mon 4/148:05 pmPVG - IAH
1 stop39h 10mEVA Air
Deal found 2/22$1,211
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Thu 4/32:50 pmIAH - SHA
2 stops30h 10mAir China
Mon 4/78:55 amSHA - IAH
2 stops34h 13mAir China
Deal found 2/22$1,214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/245:15 amIAH - PVG
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/302:15 amPVG - IAH
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,218
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 2/288:28 pmIAH - PVG
1 stop29h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/36:10 pmPVG - IAH
1 stop18h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,221
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/411:35 amIAH - PVG
1 stop24h 00mANA
Sun 9/211:35 amPVG - IAH
1 stop20h 10mANA
Deal found 2/21$1,256
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/411:35 amIAH - SHA
1 stop35h 40mANA
Mon 9/221:35 pmSHA - IAH
1 stop32h 10mANA
Deal found 2/21$1,262
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:27 amIAH - PVG
2 stops48h 18mJapan Airlines
Wed 10/2210:00 amPVG - IAH
2 stops40h 36mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/245:20 amIAH - PVG
2 stops23h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/268:25 pmPVG - IAH
1 stop17h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,275
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/15:30 amIAH - PVG
1 stop19h 15mDelta
Tue 7/13:45 pmPVG - IAH
1 stop19h 26mDelta
Deal found 2/20$1,283
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/127:25 pmIAH - SHA
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/217:40 amSHA - IAH
3 stops43h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,290
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/267:20 amIAH - PVG
2 stops26h 00mAir China
Fri 2/284:30 pmPVG - IAH
2 stops27h 34mAir China
Deal found 2/22$1,324
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Wed 9/31:10 amIAH - SHA
1 stop26h 20mEVA Air
Mon 9/227:40 pmSHA - IAH
2 stops32h 50mEVA Air
Deal found 2/21$1,326

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HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 4/6

1:00 am-6:25 pm

1 stop28h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/14

8:05 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop39h 10m

$1,211

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/3

2:50 pm-10:00 am

2 stops30h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/7

8:55 am-6:08 am

2 stops34h 13m

$1,214

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/24

5:15 am-5:45 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/30

2:15 am-7:50 am

1 stop18h 35m

$1,218

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 3/7

5:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/16

6:10 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop18h 47m

$1,265

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/3

7:20 am-12:15 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/8

1:35 pm-8:45 am

1 stop32h 10m

$1,267

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/1

9:45 am-5:25 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/30

12:10 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop17h 49m

$1,275

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/1

5:30 am-1:45 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/1

3:45 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop19h 26m

$1,283

HoustonShanghai

IAH - SHA

IAHSHA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/12

7:25 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops32h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/21

7:40 am-1:44 pm

3 stops43h 04m

$1,290

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/5

10:15 am-9:25 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/11

2:30 am-12:26 am

2 stops34h 56m

$1,318

HoustonShanghai

IAH - PVG

IAHPVG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/31

6:15 pm-10:15 am

2 stops27h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/10

4:20 pm-6:08 am

2 stops26h 48m

$1,334

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Shanghai?

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The price you pay for your flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 35 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 George Bush Intcntl Airport to Shanghai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,833). 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 IAH to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl 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 February 22, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Shanghai at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 February 22, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, ANA and Japan Airlines 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.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

8.4
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,211, EVA Air will fly you from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Shanghai and back. In addition to EVA Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air China and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,240 and $1,265, respectively. EVA Air is currently priced 18% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Shanghai one-way?

    $509 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air China. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Philippine Airlines, with prices starting from $643 and $691, respectively.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,833). 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 8 airlines flying from George Bush Intcntl to Shanghai

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from George Bush Intcntl 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$954Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,008Average$1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,087Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ANACheapest$1,134Average$1,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,216Average$1,623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,248Average$1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,250Average$1,621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air ChinaCheapest$1,321Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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