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$643+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Shanghai, China

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HOU — SHA
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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The best prices from Houston Hobby to Shanghai are usually found in January or September, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,241
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$643
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,323
From Houston Hobby to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Mon 4/286:00 amHOU - PVG
1 stop19h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/265:00 pmPVG - HOU
1 stop19h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/18$1,248
This Japan 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/16:07 amHOU - PVG
2 stops24h 38mJapan Airlines
Wed 10/84:05 pmPVG - HOU
2 stops32h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,260
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/76:00 amHOU - PVG
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/1812:10 pmPVG - HOU
2 stops18h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,414
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.
Mon 6/234:20 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops32h 25mDelta
Wed 7/163:45 pmPVG - HOU
2 stops30h 31mDelta
Deal found 2/20$1,730
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/282:10 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops28h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 5/2611:00 amPVG - HOU
2 stops44h 01mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/18$1,788
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/208:16 pmHOU - SHA
2 stops49h 29mJapan Airlines
Thu 2/271:10 pmSHA - HOU
2 stops18h 41mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/20$2,112
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/108:16 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops31h 04mQatar Airways
Mon 5/1212:35 amPVG - HOU
2 stops32h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/20$2,343
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/136:00 amHOU - PVG
2 stops25h 10mKorean Air
Fri 6/2011:10 amPVG - HOU
2 stops23h 25mKorean Air
Deal found 2/18$3,641
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/286:45 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops25h 40mKLM
Wed 5/2811:15 amPVG - HOU
2 stops40h 51mKLM
Deal found 2/18$5,427
This Air France 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/24:20 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops36h 55mAir France
Wed 10/89:30 pmPVG - HOU
2 stops33h 14mAir France
Deal found 2/20$8,017

Find flights from Hobby to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Depart

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Price

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/28

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/26

5:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop19h 59m

$1,248

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/30

6:00 am-7:45 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/20

9:05 am-6:01 pm

2 stops21h 56m

$1,391

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Fri 3/7

6:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/18

12:10 pm-6:02 pm

2 stops18h 52m

$1,414

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/23

4:20 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops32h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/16

3:45 pm-9:16 am

2 stops30h 31m

$1,730

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/28

2:10 pm-7:55 am

2 stops28h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/26

11:00 am-6:01 pm

2 stops44h 01m

$1,788

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/10

2:10 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops37h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/12

12:35 am-7:45 pm

2 stops32h 10m

$2,343

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Fri 6/13

6:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/20

11:10 am-9:35 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$3,641

HoustonShanghai

HOU - SHA

HOUSHA

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/1

5:04 am-11:25 am

2 stops41h 21m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/25

12:50 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops37h 55m

$3,682

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/28

6:45 pm-9:25 am

2 stops25h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/28

11:15 am-3:06 pm

2 stops40h 51m

$5,427

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/3

6:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$643

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Hobby to Shanghai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Hobby to Shanghai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 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 Hobby Airport to Shanghai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Houston Hobby 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 HOU to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

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 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air, Japan Airlines and Delta 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai round-trip from $1,241. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $1,288, and Japan Airlines, from $1,391. American Airlines is priced at 12% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $643 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Japan Airlines from $952 and Korean Air from $1,228 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hobby to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Houston Hobby 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 6 airlines flying from Hobby to Shanghai

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$952Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$1,192Average$1,506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$1,194Average$1,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,200Average$1,639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,208Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,248Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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