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Cheap flights from Chicago to Shanghai from $464

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United Airlines Logo
8:51 am - 5:45 pm
ORD
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PVG
19h 54m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 4:41 pm
PVG
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ORD
17h 31m
1 stop
$981United Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Oct 6
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 7:50 pm
ORD
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PVG
24h 50m
2 stops
Delta Logo
9:55 am - 6:55 pm
PVG
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ORD
22h 00m
2 stops
$986Delta
Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:15 am - 8:10 pm
ORD
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PVG
25h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 11:27 pm
PVG
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ORD
27h 37m
2 stops
$987Multiple Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Thu, Apr 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:55 pm
ORD
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PVG
25h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 7:00 am
PVG
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ORD
35h 25m
2 stops
$990Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Oct 12
ANA Logo
7:00 am - 12:45 am
ORD
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PVG
28h 45m
2 stops
ANA Logo
1:50 am - 5:05 pm
PVG
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ORD
28h 15m
2 stops
$991ANA
Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 5
ANA Logo
5:45 pm - 12:45 am
ORD
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PVG
18h 00m
1 stop
ANA Logo
8:25 am - 4:51 am
PVG
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ORD
33h 26m
2 stops
$996ANA
Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 26
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 7:50 pm
MDW
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PVG
24h 50m
2 stops
Delta Logo
9:55 am - 5:58 pm
PVG
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MDW
21h 03m
1 stop
$1,036Delta
Fri, Apr 17 - Thu, Apr 23
EVA Air Logo
12:30 am - 4:30 pm
ORD
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SHA
27h 00m
1 stop
EVA Air Logo
7:40 pm - 9:00 pm
SHA
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ORD
38h 20m
1 stop
$1,079EVA Air
Tue, Apr 21 - Mon, May 18
Air China Logo
8:40 am - 2:25 pm
ORD
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SHA
40h 45m
2 stops
Air China Logo
10:30 pm - 8:24 pm
SHA
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ORD
34h 54m
2 stops
$1,084Air China
Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 26
Air China Logo
4:00 pm - 2:25 pm
ORD
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SHA
33h 25m
2 stops
Air China Logo
9:05 am - 1:15 pm
SHA
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ORD
41h 10m
2 stops
$1,133Air China
Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

Air China flights from Chicago to Shanghai

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Air China
Apr 11
ORD8:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
32h 34m
2 stops
PVG5:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Apr 23
PVG12:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
19h 38m
1 stop
ORD6:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,046
Air China
Apr 28
ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
40h 45m
2 stops
SHA2:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 26
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 54m
2 stops
ORD8:24 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,084
Air China
Apr 20
ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 35m
2 stops
PVG10:15 amShanghai Pu Dong
May 14
PVG4:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
25h 46m
2 stops
ORD5:06 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,130

ANA flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best ANA deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
ANA
Apr 30
ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 45m
2 stops
PVG12:45 amShanghai Pu Dong
May 5
PVG1:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
28h 15m
2 stops
ORD5:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$991
ANA
Apr 28
ORD5:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 00m
1 stop
PVG12:45 amShanghai Pu Dong
May 26
PVG8:25 amShanghai Pu Dong
33h 26m
2 stops
ORD4:51 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$996
ANA
Apr 20
ORD5:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
29h 40m
2 stops
PVG11:40 amShanghai Pu Dong
May 6
PVG8:25 amShanghai Pu Dong
37h 15m
1 stop
ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$997

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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

8:51 am-5:45 pm

1 stop19h 54m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/6

12:10 pm-4:41 pm

1 stop17h 31m

$981

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

6:00 am-7:50 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/6

9:55 am-6:55 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$986

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

5:15 am-8:10 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/23

8:50 am-11:27 pm

2 stops27h 37m

$987

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/7

6:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/12

8:35 am-7:00 am

2 stops35h 25m

$990

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/30

7:00 am-12:45 am

2 stops28h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

1:50 am-5:05 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$991

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

5:45 pm-12:45 am

1 stop18h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/26

8:25 am-4:51 am

2 stops33h 26m

$996

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Fri 4/17

6:00 am-7:50 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/23

9:55 am-5:58 pm

1 stop21h 03m

$1,036

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/21

12:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/18

7:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop38h 20m

$1,079

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

8:40 am-2:25 pm

2 stops40h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/26

10:30 pm-8:24 pm

2 stops34h 54m

$1,084

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/14

4:00 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/21

9:05 am-1:15 pm

2 stops41h 10m

$1,133

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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 April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,116, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $1,137.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Shanghai flight route?

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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 $1,270 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 $1,172 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Shanghai flights?

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Fastest flight time

16h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Shanghai takes 16h 55m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Shanghai.
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  • 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 16h 55m.

  • 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
Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $929Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,259 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $932Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,133 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $960Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,217 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $1,031Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,205 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $1,055Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,379 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,095Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,303 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,110Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,481 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,137Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,444 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,248Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,804 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,269Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,741 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
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