What airlines fly to China?

Cathay Pacific, ANA and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from Chicago according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to China. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to China flights?

According to our data, Compass Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 49% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to China?

United Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and SAUDIA are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to China

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to China flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How often are flights from Chicago to China delayed?

Historically, on average around 59% of flights between Chicago and China have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 110 minutes.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to China?

Prices for flights from Chicago to China are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to China?

There are 11 operators available for flights from Chicago to China as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to China?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to China.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?

The necessary travel and health documents for your China trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$426 Cheap Flights from Chicago to China in 2026

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12:10 pm - 9:30 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

20h 20m1 stop Incheon Intl

6:30 pm - 9:30 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl

$918Korean Air

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5

6:20 am - 6:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-HGH Hangzhou

47h 20m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles Chengdu Tianfu Intl

11:25 am - 11:51 amHGH Hangzhou-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

37h 26m3 stops Chengdu Tianfu Intl Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$919Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6

6:00 am - 11:15 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

40h 15m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Incheon Intl

1:15 am - 6:34 amCAN Guangzhou Baiyun-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

42h 19m2 stops Incheon Intl Los Angeles

$928Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 18

7:45 pm - 12:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

27h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Tokyo Haneda

3:10 pm - 4:45 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 35m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Los Angeles

$931ANA

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5

5:45 pm - 12:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

29h 15m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

3:10 pm - 4:45 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 35m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Los Angeles

$938ANA

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5

12:10 pm - 9:30 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

20h 20m1 stop Incheon Intl

6:30 pm - 9:30 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl

$945Korean Air

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5

4:00 pm - 1:25 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

20h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

7:25 am - 2:20 pmPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$958Cathay Pacific

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 10

4:00 pm - 1:25 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

20h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

7:25 am - 2:20 pmPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$963Cathay Pacific

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 10

1:58 pm - 4:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

25h 42m1 stop Los Angeles

5:25 pm - 5:28 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 03m1 stop San Francisco

$990United Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16

8:50 am - 4:40 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

30h 50m1 stop Los Angeles

7:20 pm - 5:04 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 44m1 stop San Francisco

$990United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Mar 3

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6:20 pm - 3:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

32h 05m1 stop San Francisco

5:25 pm - 5:59 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 34m1 stop San Francisco

$980United Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Sep 2

5:00 am - 3:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

21h 25m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco

5:25 pm - 10:59 pmPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 34m1 stop San Francisco

$980United Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Sep 2

4:00 pm - 6:30 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-HGH Hangzhou

37h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

7:45 pm - 2:20 pmHGH Hangzhou-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,035Cathay Pacific

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Sep 2

4:00 pm - 10:10 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-HGH Hangzhou

29h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

8:00 am - 2:20 pmHGH Hangzhou-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,042Cathay Pacific

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 3

5:45 pm - 8:15 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

37h 30m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

3:10 pm - 4:45 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 35m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Los Angeles

$1,118ANA

Sun, Aug 16 - Tue, Oct 6

5:45 pm - 8:15 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PEK Beijing Capital

37h 30m1 stop Tokyo Haneda

3:10 pm - 4:45 amPEK Beijing Capital-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 35m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Los Angeles

$1,118ANA

Sun, Aug 16 - Mon, Oct 5

4:00 pm - 10:10 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-HGH Hangzhou

29h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

2:10 pm - 6:17 amHGH Hangzhou-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 07m2 stops Shenzhen Los Angeles

$1,125Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Sep 1

4:00 pm - 10:10 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-HGH Hangzhou

29h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

2:10 pm - 6:17 amHGH Hangzhou-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 07m2 stops Shenzhen Los Angeles

$1,125Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 1

12:30 am - 6:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

28h 55m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

8:05 pm - 9:10 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

38h 05m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

$1,332EVA Air

Sat, Aug 15 - Sun, Aug 23

12:30 am - 6:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

28h 55m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

8:05 pm - 9:10 pmPVG Shanghai Pu Dong-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

38h 05m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

$1,523EVA Air

Sun, Aug 16 - Sat, Aug 22

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Cathay Pacific flights from Chicago to China

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Cathay Pacific

Sep 3

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 25m

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PEK1:25 amBeijing Capital

Sep 10

PEK7:25 amBeijing Capital

19h 55m

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ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$958

Cathay Pacific

Sep 3

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 25m

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PEK1:25 amBeijing Capital

Sep 10

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19h 55m

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ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$963

Cathay Pacific

Sep 28

ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 55m

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HGH10:10 amHangzhou

Oct 5

HGH8:00 amHangzhou

18h 55m

1 stop

ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$968

Qatar Airways flights from Chicago to China

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Aug 30

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 45m

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HGH4:05 pmHangzhou

Oct 13

HGH12:55 amHangzhou

27h 10m

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ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,018

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Aug 30

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 45m

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HGH4:05 pmHangzhou

Oct 14

HGH12:55 amHangzhou

27h 10m

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ORD3:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,020

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Sep 13

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

32h 00m

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PVG4:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 2

PVG11:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

28h 55m

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ORD2:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,030

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1 stop28h 00m

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Hangzhou

Tue 10/6

11:25 am-11:51 am

3 stops37h 26m

$919

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

ORDCAN

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6:00 am-11:15 am

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1:15 am-6:34 am

2 stops42h 19m

$928

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PEK Beijing Capital

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Beijing Capital

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3:10 pm-4:45 am

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PEK Beijing Capital

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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5:45 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Beijing Capital

Mon 10/5

3:10 pm-4:45 am

2 stops26h 35m

$938

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PEK Beijing Capital

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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12:10 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop20h 20m

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Mon 10/5

6:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop28h 00m

$945

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/3

4:00 pm-1:25 am

1 stop20h 25m

Beijing Capital

Thu 9/10

7:25 am-2:20 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$958

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PEK Beijing Capital

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/3

4:00 pm-1:25 am

1 stop20h 25m

Beijing Capital

Thu 9/10

7:25 am-2:20 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$963

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PEK Beijing Capital

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/8

1:58 pm-4:40 am

1 stop25h 42m

Beijing Capital

Wed 9/16

5:25 pm-5:28 am

1 stop25h 03m

$990

ChicagoBeijing

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - PEK Beijing Capital

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/13

8:50 am-4:40 am

1 stop30h 50m

Beijing Capital

Wed 3/3

7:20 pm-5:04 am

1 stop23h 44m

$990

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to China. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,093. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to China from Chicago during January instead. Flights to China in January, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $1,107.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to China?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to China from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China for around $1,280 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to China from Chicago for as low as $1,082 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to China flight.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to China

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to China?
Prices for flights from Chicago to China are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to China?
There are 11 operators available for flights from Chicago to China as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to China?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The necessary travel and health documents for your China trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
EVA Air	PriceFrom $596	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 1,517 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
ANA	PriceFrom $633	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,298 reviews	Search ANA flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $719	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,111 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $768	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,476 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $874	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,508 reviews	Search Delta flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $899	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,453 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air China	PriceFrom $980	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 160 reviews	Search Air China flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,004	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,905 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,065	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,221 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,095	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,941 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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