Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Shanghai: what you need to know
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 13 hours ahead of Houston.
Give yourself enough time to make your IAH to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from IAH to Shanghai. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shanghai? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to IAH:
78.42% of flights taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport touch down at their destination on time.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Shanghai
Rs103,409 is currently the lowest price for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shanghai flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs227,001. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from IAH to Shanghai if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to the centre of Shanghai takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shanghai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and explore corners of Shanghai that aren't in every guidebook. Check out the deals from Hertz.
Increase your likelihood of scoring the best deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from IAH to Shanghai is a good idea.
The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. After your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SHA. Settle in and get cosy after your IAH to Shanghai flight at one of these well-located options:
Why work around someone else's schedule? Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and steer your own course. Book your wheels here with Hertz.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from SHA ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and get going.
You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Before booking your flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Shanghai offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book a George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shanghai flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAH to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Shanghai, explore our selection of hotels including:
Yu Garden and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Shanghai must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Shanghai Tower.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
Around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai, Puyang is another essential stop in China. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.
