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Cheap flights from Chicago to Shanghai from $491

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Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 4:20 pm
ORD
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PVG
32h 00m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 am - 3:05 pm
PVG
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ORD
27h 30m
1 stop
$1,018Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 15
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 4:20 pm
ORD
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PVG
32h 00m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
6:40 pm - 3:05 pm
PVG
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ORD
33h 25m
1 stop
$1,029Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Oct 7
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 4:20 pm
ORD
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PVG
32h 00m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
6:40 pm - 3:05 pm
PVG
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ORD
33h 25m
1 stop
$1,038Qatar Airways
Mon, Aug 24 - Thu, Sep 10
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:00 pm - 12:05 pm
ORD
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SHA
31h 05m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 pm - 1:55 pm
SHA
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ORD
28h 25m
1 stop
$1,073Cathay Pacific
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 20
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:00 pm - 12:05 pm
ORD
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SHA
31h 05m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 pm - 2:20 pm
SHA
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ORD
28h 50m
1 stop
$1,094Cathay Pacific
Wed, Aug 26 - Sun, Sep 13
ANA Logo
5:45 pm - 12:15 pm
ORD
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SHA
29h 30m
1 stop
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 7:20 am
SHA
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ORD
31h 40m
1 stop
$1,120ANA
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Nov 4
ANA Logo
5:45 pm - 12:15 pm
ORD
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SHA
29h 30m
1 stop
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 2:55 pm
SHA
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ORD
38h 20m
1 stop
$1,124ANA
Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Sep 6
Korean Air Logo
12:10 pm - 5:05 pm
ORD
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SHA
39h 55m
1 stop
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 9:30 am
SHA
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ORD
28h 05m
1 stop
$1,125Korean Air
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 29
Delta Logo
9:27 am - 7:50 pm
MDW
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PVG
21h 23m
2 stops
Delta Logo
9:55 am - 6:33 pm
PVG
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MDW
21h 38m
1 stop
$1,376Delta
Thu, Apr 30 - Thu, May 7
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 3:25 pm
MDW
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PVG
32h 26m
1 stop
Delta Logo
9:55 am - 6:37 pm
PVG
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MDW
21h 42m
1 stop
$1,377Delta
Sun, Oct 11 - Wed, Oct 21

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Cathay Pacific flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Sep 10
ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 05m
1 stop
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 20
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 25m
1 stop
ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,073
Cathay Pacific
Aug 26
ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 05m
1 stop
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 13
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 50m
1 stop
ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,094
Cathay Pacific
Sep 2
ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
34h 35m
1 stop
SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 16
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
37h 35m
1 stop
ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,106

Air China flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
Air China
Apr 21
ORD10:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
34h 00m
2 stops
SHA9:50 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 18
SHA9:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
52h 50m
2 stops
ORD1:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,154
Air China
May 1
ORD2:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 30m
2 stops
SHA10:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 18
SHA9:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
52h 50m
2 stops
ORD1:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,225
Air China
Apr 21
ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
36h 10m
2 stops
SHA9:50 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 19
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
40h 30m
2 stops
ORD1:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,238

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated April 18, 2026.
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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/2

7:20 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/15

12:35 am-3:05 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$1,018

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/15

7:20 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/7

6:40 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$1,029

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/24

7:20 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/10

6:40 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$1,038

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/20

10:30 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$1,073

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/26

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/13

10:30 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$1,094

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/28

5:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/4

1:40 pm-7:20 am

1 stop31h 40m

$1,120

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/27

5:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/6

1:35 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop38h 20m

$1,124

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/8

12:10 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/29

6:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop28h 05m

$1,125
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/30

9:27 am-7:50 pm

2 stops21h 23m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/7

9:55 am-6:33 pm

1 stop21h 38m

$1,376

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Sun 10/11

5:59 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop32h 26m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/21

9:55 am-6:37 pm

1 stop21h 42m

$1,377

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Chicago is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,137, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $1,162.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,264 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Chicago for as low as $1,055 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

21h 23m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Shanghai takes 21h 23m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Shanghai.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Shanghai

  • How far is Chicago to Shanghai by plane?

    There are 7052.6 mi between Chicago and Shanghai. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 21h 23m.

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

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Shanghai are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Shanghai?

    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 Shanghai.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai 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.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Shanghai

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
ANAPriceFrom $932Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,179 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $960Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,276 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $1,031Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,208 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,053Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,423 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $1,055Free CancellationRating
8.5
1,418 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,095Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,603 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,110Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,607 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,178Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,783 reviews
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Fly into one of these airports located in Shanghai

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 18.9 mi from Shanghai
Shanghai Pu Dong Airport
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