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

Air China, American Airlines, and Philippine Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

EVA Air, ANA and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Chicago according to our data. EVA Air is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Chicago to Shanghai are updated daily.

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

There are 11 operators available for flights from Chicago to Shanghai as of September 2025.

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.

$436 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Shanghai in 2025/26

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,208 to $1,243. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,009.

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3:40 pm - 10:15 amORD-PVG

28h 35m2 stops

7:10 am - 11:43 pmPVG-ORD

30h 33m2 stops

$1,009Air China

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Mon, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 2

8:48 am - 10:55 pmORD-SHA

25h 07m2 stops

7:25 pm - 11:43 pmSHA-ORD

42h 18m2 stops

$1,009Air China

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Sun, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 10

1:26 pm - 12:40 pmORD-SHA

34h 14m3 stops

12:10 pm - 9:44 amSHA-ORD

35h 34m3 stops

$1,017Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6

12:30 am - 12:05 pmORD-PVG

22h 35m1 stop

1:10 pm - 9:00 pmPVG-ORD

20h 50m1 stop

$1,092EVA Air

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Wed, Oct 1 - Mon, Apr 13

8:58 pm - 2:50 pmORD-PVG

28h 52m2 stops

5:00 pm - 11:59 pmPVG-ORD

19h 59m1 stop

$1,105American Airlines

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Tue, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 4

6:00 am - 2:50 pmORD-PVG

19h 50m1 stop

5:00 pm - 11:53 pmPVG-ORD

19h 53m1 stop

$1,111American Airlines

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Tue, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 19

5:40 pm - 12:20 pmORD-PVG

28h 40m1 stop

6:40 pm - 8:35 amPVG-ORD

26h 55m1 stop

$1,128Japan Airlines

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Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Mar 18

4:00 pm - 1:15 pmORD-PVG

32h 15m1 stop

8:35 am - 2:25 pmPVG-ORD

18h 50m1 stop

$1,133Cathay Pacific

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Wed, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 7

2:40 pm - 12:20 pmORD-SHA

31h 40m1 stop

1:35 pm - 1:00 pmSHA-ORD

37h 25m1 stop

$1,133Cathay Pacific

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Tue, Feb 10 - Sun, Mar 8

12:30 am - 12:05 pmORD-PVG

22h 35m1 stop

8:05 pm - 8:45 pmPVG-ORD

37h 40m1 stop

$1,144EVA Air

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Mon, Sep 29 - Sun, Oct 19

Air China flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets

Air China

Oct 26

ORD8:48 amChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 07m

2 stops

SHA10:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 10

SHA7:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 18m

2 stops

ORD11:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,009

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Air China

Nov 19

ORD7:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 10m

2 stops

PVG11:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Dec 1

PVG4:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

33h 40m

2 stops

ORD12:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,021

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Air China

Nov 20

ORD8:48 amChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 07m

2 stops

SHA11:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 27

SHA5:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 46m

2 stops

ORD5:16 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,028

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Cathay Pacific flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

Feb 10

ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 40m

1 stop

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 8

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 25m

1 stop

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,133

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Cathay Pacific

Nov 20

ORD2:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

35h 40m

1 stop

PVG4:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 26

PVG7:10 amShanghai Pu Dong

19h 50m

1 stop

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,142

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 20

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 05m

1 stop

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 17

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,168

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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

3:40 pm-10:15 am

2 stops28h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/2

7:10 am-11:43 pm

2 stops30h 33m

$1,009

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/26

8:48 am-10:55 pm

2 stops25h 07m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/10

7:25 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops42h 18m

$1,009

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

1:26 pm-12:40 pm

3 stops34h 14m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/6

12:10 pm-9:44 am

3 stops35h 34m

$1,017

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/1

12:30 am-12:05 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/13

1:10 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$1,092

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/30

8:58 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops28h 52m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/4

5:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop19h 59m

$1,105

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/30

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/19

5:00 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop19h 53m

$1,111

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/11

5:40 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop28h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/18

6:40 pm-8:35 am

1 stop26h 55m

$1,128

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/1

4:00 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop32h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/7

8:35 am-2:25 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$1,133

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/10

2:40 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop31h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/8

1:35 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop37h 25m

$1,133

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/29

12:30 am-12:05 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/19

8:05 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop37h 40m

$1,144

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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 October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,149, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of November is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $1,165.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Our data shows that the cheapest Chicago to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the evening for as low as $1,385. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,603.

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 $1,346 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 $1,083 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Chicago to Shanghai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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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 19h 50m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Shanghai are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Shanghai?
There are 11 operators available for flights from Chicago to Shanghai as of September 2025.
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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $876	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,968 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,018	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,140 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,019	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 993 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,024	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,624 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,038	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,559 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,045	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 963 reviews	Search ANA flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,112	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,236 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,114	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,957 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,153	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,207	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,924 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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