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Cheap flights from Chicago to Shanghai from $454

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Multiple Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 12:45 am
ORD
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PVG
18h 00m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 12:34 am
PVG
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ORD
24h 34m
2 stops
$1,002Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, May 6
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
$1,024Turkish Airlines
Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Sep 2
ANA Logo
11:50 am - 12:15 pm
ORD
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SHA
35h 25m
1 stop
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 5:06 am
SHA
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ORD
28h 31m
2 stops
$1,024ANA
Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, May 6
ANA Logo
5:45 pm - 12:45 am
ORD
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PVG
18h 00m
1 stop
ANA Logo
8:25 am - 2:45 pm
PVG
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ORD
43h 20m
2 stops
$1,026ANA
Sun, Apr 19 - Tue, May 5
Delta Logo
9:30 am - 7:50 pm
MDW
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PVG
21h 20m
2 stops
Delta Logo
9:55 am - 9:46 pm
PVG
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MDW
24h 51m
2 stops
$1,046Delta
Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Sep 14
Delta Logo
7:35 am - 4:05 pm
ORD
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PVG
19h 30m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:30 pm - 11:47 pm
PVG
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ORD
19h 17m
1 stop
$1,053Delta
Fri, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 15
Korean Air Logo
12:30 pm - 5:05 pm
ORD
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SHA
39h 35m
1 stop
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 9:30 am
SHA
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ORD
28h 05m
1 stop
$1,078Korean Air
Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Sep 14
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 - 8:45 pm
SHA
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ORD
38h 05m
1 stop
$1,106EVA Air
Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 9
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 - 8:35 pm
SHA
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ORD
37h 55m
1 stop
$1,114EVA Air
Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, Oct 28
Korean Air Logo
12:30 pm - 5:05 pm
ORD
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SHA
39h 35m
1 stop
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 9:30 am
SHA
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ORD
28h 05m
1 stop
$1,124Korean Air
Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Sep 2

Japan Airlines flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
Japan Airlines
Apr 19
ORD2:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
32h 10m
1 stop
SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 5
SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 15m
1 stop
ORD11:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,211
Japan Airlines
Jul 6
ORD2:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 50m
1 stop
SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 7
SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 00m
1 stop
ORD10:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,219
Japan Airlines
Aug 30
ORD2:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 50m
1 stop
SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 15
SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 00m
1 stop
ORD10:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,244

Air China flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
Air China
Apr 28
ORD1:18 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 32m
2 stops
SHA9:50 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 26
SHA9:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 06m
2 stops
ORD4:51 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,234
Air China
Apr 16
ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
29h 00m
2 stops
SHA10:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 11
SHA7:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
54h 25m
2 stops
ORD1:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,249
Air China
Apr 11
ORD6:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 15m
2 stops
SHA10:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 9
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 48m
2 stops
ORD1:18 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,334

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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

5:45 pm-12:45 am

1 stop18h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/6

1:00 pm-12:34 am

2 stops24h 34m

$1,002

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/17

11:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop40h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/2

7:55 am-6:15 pm

1 stop47h 20m

$1,024

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

11:50 am-12:15 pm

1 stop35h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/6

1:35 pm-5:06 am

2 stops28h 31m

$1,024

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/19

5:45 pm-12:45 am

1 stop18h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

8:25 am-2:45 pm

2 stops43h 20m

$1,026

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/18

9:30 am-7:50 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/14

9:55 am-9:46 pm

2 stops24h 51m

$1,046
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/28

7:35 am-4:05 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/15

5:30 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop19h 17m

$1,053

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/18

12:30 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/14

6:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop28h 05m

$1,078

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/1

12:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/9

7:40 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop38h 05m

$1,106

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

12:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/28

7:40 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop37h 55m

$1,114

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/17

12:30 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/2

6:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop28h 05m

$1,124

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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.

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Fastest flight time

17h 03m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Shanghai takes 17h 03m
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 17h 03m.

  • 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
7.4
4,287 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $932Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,157 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $960Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,234 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $1,031Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,203 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $1,055Free CancellationRating
8.5
1,394 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,095Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,514 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,095Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,359 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,110Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,531 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,178Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,753 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,248Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,834 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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