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$835+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Shanghai, China

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HOU — SHA
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Houston Hobby to Shanghai are usually found in March or January, 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$979
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$885
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,237
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 January 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/106:00 amHOU - PVG
1 stop19h 50mAmerican Airlines
Thu 4/175:00 pmPVG - HOU
1 stop19h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,251
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 5/78:27 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops34h 18mJapan Airlines
Wed 5/214:05 pmPVG - HOU
2 stops36h 47mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,266
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/36:37 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops30h 43mDelta
Mon 3/175:30 pmPVG - HOU
2 stops37h 30mDelta
Deal found 1/21$1,284
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/276:00 amHOU - SHA
2 stops39h 45mJapan Airlines
Tue 3/41:10 pmSHA - HOU
2 stops18h 41mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,390
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/276:00 amHOU - PVG
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/412:10 pmPVG - HOU
2 stops19h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,406
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/13:43 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops27h 12mBritish Airways
Thu 4/1011:00 amPVG - HOU
2 stops43h 43mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,835
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/102:10 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops37h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 5/1212:35 amPVG - HOU
2 stops32h 26mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/21$2,343
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/36:43 pmHOU - SHA
2 stops33h 22mKorean Air
Sun 8/106:25 pmSHA - HOU
2 stops33h 37mKorean Air
Deal found 1/21$2,682
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/46:00 amHOU - PVG
2 stops25h 10mKorean Air
Tue 4/811:10 amPVG - HOU
2 stops24h 52mKorean Air
Deal found 1/21$2,850
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 9/96:43 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops34h 32mAir France
Tue 11/2510:05 pmPVG - HOU
2 stops33h 39mAir France
Deal found 1/20$10,213
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/84:20 pmHOU - PVG
2 stops28h 05mKLM
Wed 11/2612:40 pmPVG - HOU
2 stops43h 04mKLM
Deal found 1/20$10,240

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 January 21, 2025.

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HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/16

8:16 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop29h 54m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/28

6:10 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop15h 33m

$979

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/16

7:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/28

8:50 am-5:51 pm

2 stops23h 01m

$1,235

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/17

2:57 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops34h 23m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/24

5:30 pm-2:12 pm

2 stops34h 42m

$1,284

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Sun 5/25

8:27 pm-7:55 am

2 stops46h 28m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/13

11:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops47h 55m

$1,924

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/3

5:00 am-7:45 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/12

4:05 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops34h 40m

$2,338

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/4

10:15 am-2:20 pm

2 stops38h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/30

12:35 am-7:46 pm

2 stops32h 11m

$2,343

HoustonShanghai

HOU - SHA

HOUSHA

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/3

6:43 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops33h 22m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/10

6:25 pm-3:02 pm

2 stops33h 37m

$2,682

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Fri 4/4

6:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/8

11:10 am-11:02 pm

2 stops24h 52m

$2,850

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/31

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$835

HoustonShanghai

HOU - PVG

HOUPVG

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/22

6:00 am-2:00 pm

2 stops43h 00m

$862

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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 January 17, 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 $1,843). 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 January 21, 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 January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Japan Airlines and Qatar Airways 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
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

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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 $979. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $1,284, and Japan Airlines, from $1,390. American Airlines is priced at 30% 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 $885 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $1,128 and Korean Air from $1,228 one-way.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hobby to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Hobby to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hobby to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hobby to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • 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 $1,843). 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$952Average$985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$1,096Average$1,506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,096Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$1,194Average$1,315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,200Average$1,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,248Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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