Cheap flights from Chicago to Shanghai from $479

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3:45 pm - 2:05 pmORD-PVG
33h 20m2 stops
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3:55 pm - 8:03 amPVG-ORD
29h 08m2 stops
$1,125Air Canada
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Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 8:30 amORD-PVG
22h 10m1 stop
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11:05 pm - 10:05 amPVG-ORD
25h 00m1 stop
$1,126Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 3:55 pmORD-PVG
26h 25m2 stops
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8:55 pm - 9:00 pmPVG-ORD
37h 05m2 stops
$1,127Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:25 pm - 12:25 pmORD-SHA
30h 00m1 stop
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2:50 pm - 6:05 amSHA-ORD
29h 15m2 stops
$1,127Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Sun, Dec 14
United Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 6:45 pmORD-PVG
21h 35m2 stops
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1:30 pm - 11:59 pmPVG-ORD
24h 29m2 stops
$1,129United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 10
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:35 pm - 8:55 pmORD-SHA
40h 20m1 stop
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1:35 pm - 1:55 pmSHA-ORD
37h 20m1 stop
$1,129Cathay Pacific
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Sat, Jan 31 - Tue, Mar 24
ANA Logo
4:25 pm - 1:15 amORD-PVG
18h 50m1 stop
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2:35 am - 9:36 amPVG-ORD
45h 01m2 stops
$1,132ANA
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Wed, Nov 26 - Sat, Dec 13
United Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 6:45 pmORD-PVG
21h 35m2 stops
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1:30 pm - 11:59 pmPVG-ORD
24h 29m2 stops
$1,133United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 10
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:35 pm - 8:55 pmORD-SHA
40h 20m1 stop
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1:35 pm - 12:55 pmSHA-ORD
37h 20m1 stop
$1,139Cathay Pacific
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Fri, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 4
Japan Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 11:45 amORD-SHA
35h 25m1 stop
Japan Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 7:30 amSHA-ORD
32h 20m1 stop
$1,170Japan Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 10

Japan Airlines flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
Japan Airlines
Nov 27
ORD10:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
35h 25m
1 stop
SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 10
SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 20m
1 stop
ORD7:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Japan Airlines
Apr 29
ORD1:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 40m
2 stops
PVG11:45 amShanghai Pu Dong
May 11
PVG4:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
30h 10m
1 stop
ORD9:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Japan Airlines
Apr 29
ORD1:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 40m
2 stops
PVG11:45 amShanghai Pu Dong
May 11
PVG1:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong
33h 00m
2 stops
ORD9:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Cathay Pacific flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Jan 31
ORD2:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
40h 20m
1 stop
SHA8:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 24
SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
37h 20m
1 stop
ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Cathay Pacific
Feb 27
ORD2:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
40h 20m
1 stop
SHA8:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 4
SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
37h 20m
1 stop
ORD12:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Cathay Pacific
Jan 17
ORD2:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 45m
1 stop
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 25
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 25m
1 stop
ORD12:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

3:45 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops33h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/15

3:55 pm-8:03 am

2 stops29h 08m

$1,125

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

8:20 pm-8:30 am

1 stop22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/27

11:05 pm-10:05 am

1 stop25h 00m

$1,126

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/7

12:30 am-3:55 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/15

8:55 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops37h 05m

$1,127

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

4:25 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 12/14

2:50 pm-6:05 am

2 stops29h 15m

$1,127

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

7:10 am-6:45 pm

2 stops21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/10

1:30 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$1,129

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

2:35 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop40h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/24

1:35 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop37h 20m

$1,129

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/26

4:25 pm-1:15 am

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/13

2:35 am-9:36 am

2 stops45h 01m

$1,132

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

7:10 am-6:45 pm

2 stops21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/10

1:30 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$1,133

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/27

2:35 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop40h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/4

1:35 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop37h 20m

$1,139

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

10:20 am-11:45 am

1 stop35h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/10

1:10 pm-7:30 am

1 stop32h 20m

$1,170

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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 $1,158, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $1,193.

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 $1,334 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 $1,102 on momondo.

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There are no direct flights from Chicago to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes 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 16h 50m.

  • 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.

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $876Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,043 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $1,018Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,163 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,018Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,057 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,038Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,610 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,069Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,003 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $1,112Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,275 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,131Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,049 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,142Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,011 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,207Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,016 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,248Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,513 reviews
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