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

Air China and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

EVA Air, American Airlines and ANA 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 August 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.

$333 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Shanghai in 2025

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 $1,062 to $1,230. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,028.

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6:45 am - 10:55 amORD-SHA

39h 10m2 stops

5:30 pm - 5:16 amSHA-ORD

24h 46m2 stops

$1,028

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dom., oct. 26 - vie., oct. 31

12:54 pm - 12:55 pmORD-PVG

35h 01m2 stops

2:25 am - 11:45 pmPVG-ORD

34h 20m3 stops

$1,031

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jue., sep. 11 - jue., oct. 9

8:50 am - 10:00 amORD-SHA

36h 10m2 stops

5:30 pm - 6:29 amSHA-ORD

26h 59m2 stops

$1,031Air China

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mar., oct. 14 - vie., nov. 14

4:00 pm - 12:05 pmORD-SHA

31h 05m1 stop

4:50 pm - 2:25 pmSHA-ORD

34h 35m1 stop

$1,033Cathay Pacific

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mar., sep. 23 - mar., sep. 30

4:00 pm - 11:05 amORD-PVG

30h 05m1 stop

8:40 am - 1:00 pmPVG-ORD

18h 20m1 stop

$1,036Cathay Pacific

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mié., oct. 15 - mar., nov. 18

12:30 am - 4:30 pmORD-SHA

27h 00m1 stop

7:40 pm - 7:35 pmSHA-ORD

37h 55m1 stop

$1,132EVA Air

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mar., oct. 21 - mié., nov. 12

12:30 am - 4:30 pmORD-SHA

27h 00m1 stop

7:40 pm - 7:35 pmSHA-ORD

37h 55m1 stop

$1,133EVA Air

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mar., oct. 21 - mié., nov. 12

4:25 pm - 12:25 pmORD-SHA

30h 00m1 stop

1:40 pm - 5:03 amSHA-ORD

29h 23m2 stops

$1,138ANA

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mar., feb. 10 - mar., mar. 3

5:04 pm - 3:25 pmMDW-PVG

33h 21m2 stops

6:00 pm - 11:32 pmPVG-MDW

19h 32m2 stops

$1,246Delta

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mié., oct. 22 - mié., nov. 12

1:00 pm - 3:20 pmMDW-PVG

36h 20m1 stop

5:30 pm - 12:35 pmPVG-MDW

33h 05m1 stop

$1,252Delta

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mié., feb. 11 - mié., mar. 4

Cathay Pacific flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

Sep 23

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 05m

1 stop

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 30

SHA4:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,033

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 15

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 05m

1 stop

PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 18

PVG8:40 amShanghai Pu Dong

18h 20m

1 stop

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,036

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 14

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 05m

1 stop

PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 20

PVG8:40 amShanghai Pu Dong

18h 20m

1 stop

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,040

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Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

Feb 5

ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 10m

1 stop

PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 6

PVG11:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

25h 00m

1 stop

ORD10:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,032

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Turkish Airlines

Sep 15

ORD11:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

PVG4:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Oct 29

PVG10:10 amShanghai Pu Dong

37h 55m

1 stop

ORD11:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,033

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Turkish Airlines

Feb 3

ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 50m

1 stop

PVG5:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Feb 27

PVG11:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

25h 00m

1 stop

ORD10:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,043

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Return

Price

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 10/26

6:45 am-10:55 am

2 stops39h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 10/31

5:30 pm-5:16 am

2 stops24h 46m

$1,028

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 9/11

12:54 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops35h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 10/9

2:25 am-11:45 pm

3 stops34h 20m

$1,031

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/14

8:50 am-10:00 am

2 stops36h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 11/14

5:30 pm-6:29 am

2 stops26h 59m

$1,031

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 9/23

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 9/30

4:50 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$1,033

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/15

4:00 pm-11:05 am

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 11/18

8:40 am-1:00 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$1,036

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/21

12:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 11/12

7:40 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop37h 55m

$1,132

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/21

12:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 11/12

7:40 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop37h 55m

$1,133

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 2/10

4:25 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 3/3

1:40 pm-5:03 am

2 stops29h 23m

$1,138

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

mié. 10/22

5:04 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops33h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 11/12

6:00 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops19h 32m

$1,246

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

mié. 2/11

1:00 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop36h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/4

5:30 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$1,252

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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 September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,140, 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 $1,157.

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?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best Chicago - Shanghai flight prices

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 week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,322 when searching week 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 $1,189 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.

Cheap Chicago to Shanghai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Chicago to Shanghai

Fastest flight time	14h 50m
Direct flights	Sat
Airports in Shanghai	1 airport

The fastest flight from Chicago to Shanghai takes 14h 50m

Direct flights go from Chicago to Shanghai on Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)

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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 21h 15m.
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 August 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 3,957 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $955	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,552 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $997	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,607 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,018	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,133 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,021	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 977 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,045	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 943 reviews	Search ANA flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,111	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,234 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,114	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,977 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,131	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,190	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,945 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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