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HOU - SHA
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Cheapest time to fly from Houston, TX to Shanghai

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of May. Take advantage of this per
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Currency and price comparison

MealMid-priced restaurant
378%A meal in Shanghai is 378% cheaper than a meal in Houston, TX.
Houston, TX$29.09
Shanghai$6.09
TrainLocal, one-way ticket
184%Trains in Shanghai are 184% cheaper than in Houston, TX.
Houston, TX$1.73
Shanghai$0.61
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
42%A taxi fare in Shanghai is 42% cheaper than in Houston, TX.
Houston, TX$4.03
Shanghai$2.84
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
77%Coffee in Shanghai is 77% cheaper than in Houston, TX.
Houston, TX$7.78
Shanghai$4.39
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 4.94 CNY
1 CNY = 0.2 AUD
Last checked on Mon, 4/05
Distance: 12196 kms
Houston, TX airports
G.Bush Intercontinental (IAH)How far from city centre: 25 kms
Shanghai airports
Pu Dong (PVG)How far from city centre: 31 kms
Hongqiao (SHA)How far from city centre: 7 kms

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When do you want to depart from Houston, TX? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Shanghai. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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Frequently asked questions about flights from Houston, TX to Shanghai

How long does the flight take to go from Houston, TX to Shanghai?
The total flight time between Houston, TX and Shanghai is of around 21 h and 36 m on average, considering an average distance of 12,196.47 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Houston, TX to Shanghai?
When you fly from Houston, TX to Shanghai the average price is $1719. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from Houston, TX to Shanghai at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Houston, TX to Shanghai is $1241. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Shanghai expensive to visit compared to Houston, TX?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Shanghai costs an average of $3.06, 24% cheaper than Houston, TX, with a fare of $4.05,
while train tickets costs 65% less in Shanghai: $0.61 against $1.74 in Houston, TX.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from $6.11 in Shanghai, 78% less than the $27.82 in Houston, TX.
The price of the coffee is around 45% cheaper in Shanghai, with an average of $4.29, while in Houston, TX the coffee costs $7.81.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Houston, TX to Shanghai?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions China may apply when travelling from Houston, TX. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Shanghai compared to Houston, TX?
While in Houston, TX temperatures can reach an average of 29º ºC in summer, Shanghai's temperatures can rise to 27º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, weather data show around 5º ºC in Shanghai, compared to the 13º ºC average in Houston, TX.

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