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Flight deals from Houston to Shanghai Pudong

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Houston to Shanghai Pudong Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs299,174. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.Rs136,737 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs136,737, select.
Shanghai.Rs139,844 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs139,844, select.
Shanghai.Rs141,141 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs141,141, select.
Shanghai.Rs145,989 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs145,989, select.
Shanghai.Rs155,986 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs155,986, select.
Shanghai.Rs159,804 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs159,804, select.
Shanghai.Rs183,170 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs183,170, select.
Shanghai.Rs195,696 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs195,696, select.
Shanghai.Rs221,742 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs221,742, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Shanghai Pudong

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Houston to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from Rs155,986
Aug
from Rs136,737
Sep
from Rs139,844
Oct
from Rs145,989
Nov
from Rs141,141
Dec
from Rs159,804
Jan
from Rs183,170
Feb
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Mar
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Apr
from Rs195,696
May
from Rs221,742
Jun
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Houston to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Houston to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
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from Rs142,280
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from Rs136,737
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Houston to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs136,737
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Houston to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Houston to Shanghai Pudong is Rs269,100. 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 Pudong. But we found flights with one stop from Rs269,048.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Houston to Shanghai Pudong.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Shanghai Pudong is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Houston to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Monday, 31 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Houston and Shanghai Pudong Airport. 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 Pudong 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.

The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai Pudong is Frontier Airlines .

Flying from Houston to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): What you need to know

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai. The city is in the UTC+8 timezone and is 14 hours ahead of Houston.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Houston to PVG. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • July is a peak travel month. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Houston

Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Houston to PVG leaving from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • Located around 40 kilometres from central Houston, IAH can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Houston to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels offer the perfect solution:

  • Of the departures from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% land on time at their destination.

  • The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

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

  • HOU is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to PVG flight:

  • 79% of flights leaving Houston Hobby Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.

About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Shanghai. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Rs136,737 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs269,048. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Houston to PVG if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.

  • If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Houston to Shanghai Pudong International Airport ticket.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Houston to PVG is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Save money on your flight from Houston to Shanghai Pudong International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Houston to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Houston to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). February is the most popular month to visit Shanghai. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in December.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your Houston to PVG plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Shanghai Pudong International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey about 306 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its leading attractions. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Puyang is another sought-after destination in China and is around 257 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. No journey is complete without visiting Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.

Plan the rest of your trip from Houston to Shanghai

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