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Cheap flights from Chicago to Shanghai from $457

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ANA Logo
5:45 pm - 12:15 pm
ORD
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SHA
29h 30m
1 stop
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 8:20 am
SHA
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ORD
31h 40m
1 stop
$1,090ANA
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 25
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
$1,109ANA
Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30
ANA Logo
5:45 pm - 12:15 pm
ORD
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SHA
29h 30m
1 stop
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 5:05 am
SHA
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ORD
28h 30m
2 stops
$1,116ANA
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28
ANA Logo
4:25 pm - 12:25 pm
ORD
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SHA
30h 00m
1 stop
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 7:20 am
SHA
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ORD
31h 40m
1 stop
$1,120ANA
Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 16
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:15 pm - 8:55 pm
ORD
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SHA
39h 40m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 pm - 1:55 pm
SHA
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ORD
28h 25m
1 stop
$1,128Cathay Pacific
Fri, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 27
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:00 pm - 12:05 pm
ORD
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SHA
31h 05m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 pm - 1:55 pm
SHA
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ORD
37h 35m
1 stop
$1,144Cathay Pacific
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 4:45 pm
ORD
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PVG
40h 20m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 6:15 pm
PVG
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ORD
47h 20m
1 stop
$1,205Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jul 14 - Thu, Jul 23
Air India Logo
1:10 pm - 8:20 pm
ORD
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PVG
42h 10m
1 stop
Air India Logo
10:00 pm - 11:10 am
PVG
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ORD
50h 10m
2 stops
$1,258Air India
Wed, May 13 - Fri, May 29
Delta Logo
5:25 pm - 3:25 pm
MDW
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PVG
33h 00m
2 stops
Delta Logo
9:55 am - 9:46 pm
PVG
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MDW
24h 51m
2 stops
$1,487Delta
Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 29
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 3:25 pm
MDW
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PVG
37h 25m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 12:33 pm
PVG
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MDW
16h 33m
1 stop
$1,488Delta
Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Dec 10

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ANA flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best ANA deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
ANA
Oct 14
ORD5:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 00m
1 stop
PVG12:45 amShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 25
PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong
36h 50m
1 stop
ORD8:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,089
ANA
Sep 28
ORD5:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
37h 55m
1 stop
PVG8:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 4
PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong
36h 50m
1 stop
ORD7:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,099
ANA
Sep 21
ORD5:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
29h 30m
1 stop
SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 30
SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
38h 20m
1 stop
ORD2:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,109

Cathay Pacific flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Sep 8
ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 05m
1 stop
PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 30
PVG7:20 amShanghai Pu Dong
19h 35m
1 stop
ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,081
Cathay Pacific
Sep 28
ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 50m
1 stop
PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 4
PVG1:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
37h 10m
1 stop
ORD12:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,083
Cathay Pacific
Sep 18
ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
39h 40m
1 stop
SHA8:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 27
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 25m
1 stop
ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,128

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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 May 7, 2026.
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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/14

5:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/25

1:40 pm-8:20 am

1 stop31h 40m

$1,090

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/21

5:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/30

1:35 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop38h 20m

$1,109

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

5:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/28

1:35 pm-5:05 am

2 stops28h 30m

$1,116

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/1

4:25 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/16

1:40 pm-7:20 am

1 stop31h 40m

$1,120

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/18

4:15 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop39h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/27

10:30 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$1,128

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/28

1:20 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop37h 35m

$1,144

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/14

11:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop40h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/23

7:55 am-6:15 pm

1 stop47h 20m

$1,205

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/13

1:10 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop42h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/29

10:00 pm-11:10 am

2 stops50h 10m

$1,258

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/31

5:25 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops33h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/29

9:55 am-9:46 pm

2 stops24h 51m

$1,487
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/31

1:00 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop37h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/10

10:00 am-12:33 pm

1 stop16h 33m

$1,488

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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 July. Flight prices, which tend to average around $474, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of October is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $562.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago 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 $1,269 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

17h 06m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Shanghai takes 17h 06m
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 17h 06m.

  • 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
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Price
ANAPriceFrom $932Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,207 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $960Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,314 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,033Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,809 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,053Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,461 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $1,055Free CancellationRating
8.5
1,445 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,095Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,687 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,110Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,669 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $1,122Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,217 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,263Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,003 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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