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Cheap flights from Chicago to Shanghai from $423

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Multiple Airlines Logo
8:48 pm - 8:55 pm
ORD
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PVG
35h 07m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 10:45 pm
PVG
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ORD
24h 10m
2 stops
$963Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
ANA Logo
4:25 pm - 1:15 am
ORD
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PVG
18h 50m
1 stop
ANA Logo
2:35 am - 7:20 am
PVG
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ORD
18h 45m
1 stop
$964ANA
Mon, Jan 26 - Wed, Feb 4
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 5:10 pm
ORD
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PVG
30h 50m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:25 pm - 9:40 am
PVG
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ORD
24h 15m
1 stop
$965Turkish Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Thu, Apr 16
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 5:10 pm
ORD
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PVG
39h 20m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:05 pm - 11:05 am
PVG
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ORD
25h 00m
1 stop
$968Turkish Airlines
Wed, Mar 11 - Thu, Mar 26
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:50 am - 5:10 pm
ORD
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PVG
39h 20m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:05 pm - 6:25 pm
PVG
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ORD
33h 20m
1 stop
$970Turkish Airlines
Fri, Jan 30 - Thu, Feb 26
Air China Logo
7:10 am - 10:25 am
ORD
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SHA
37h 15m
2 stops
Air China Logo
5:30 pm - 5:18 am
SHA
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ORD
24h 48m
2 stops
$999Air China
Tue, Feb 17 - Thu, Mar 12
Air China Logo
2:35 pm - 10:55 am
ORD
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SHA
31h 20m
2 stops
Air China Logo
2:45 pm - 1:14 pm
SHA
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ORD
35h 29m
2 stops
$1,027Air China
Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 17
Delta Logo
6:14 pm - 3:20 pm
MDW
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PVG
31h 06m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:25 pm - 8:47 am
PVG
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MDW
27h 22m
2 stops
$1,100Delta
Wed, Feb 4 - Thu, Apr 16
XiamenAir Logo
6:34 pm - 3:20 pm
MDW
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PVG
31h 46m
1 stop
XiamenAir Logo
10:00 am - 5:54 pm
PVG
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MDW
20h 54m
1 stop
$1,106XiamenAir
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 29
Delta Logo
9:27 am - 7:40 pm
MDW
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PVG
21h 13m
2 stops
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 10:29 pm
PVG
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MDW
25h 29m
2 stops
$1,140Delta
Fri, Apr 17 - Thu, Apr 23

Cathay Pacific flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Jan 19
ORD2:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 45m
1 stop
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 1
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 25m
1 stop
ORD12:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,125
Cathay Pacific
Jan 21
ORD2:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 45m
1 stop
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 28
SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
37h 20m
1 stop
ORD12:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,126
Cathay Pacific
Mar 5
ORD2:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 45m
1 stop
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 22
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 25m
1 stop
ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,135

ANA flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best ANA deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
ANA
Jan 26
ORD4:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 50m
1 stop
PVG1:15 amShanghai Pu Dong
Feb 4
PVG2:35 amShanghai Pu Dong
18h 45m
1 stop
ORD7:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$964
ANA
Feb 26
ORD4:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 00m
1 stop
SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 4
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
38h 10m
1 stop
ORD1:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$975
ANA
Jan 29
ORD4:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
18h 50m
1 stop
PVG1:15 amShanghai Pu Dong
Feb 26
PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong
24h 25m
2 stops
ORD6:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$976

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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/6

8:48 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops35h 07m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/13

11:35 am-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$963

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/26

4:25 pm-1:15 am

1 stop18h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/4

2:35 am-7:20 am

1 stop18h 45m

$964

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

8:20 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/16

10:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 15m

$965

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

12:50 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop39h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/26

11:05 pm-11:05 am

1 stop25h 00m

$968

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

11:50 am-5:10 pm

1 stop39h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/26

11:05 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$970

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

7:10 am-10:25 am

2 stops37h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/12

5:30 pm-5:18 am

2 stops24h 48m

$999

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

2:35 pm-10:55 am

2 stops31h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/17

2:45 pm-1:14 pm

2 stops35h 29m

$1,027

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/4

6:14 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops31h 06m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/16

6:25 pm-8:47 am

2 stops27h 22m

$1,100

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/15

6:34 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop31h 46m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/29

10:00 am-5:54 pm

1 stop20h 54m

$1,106

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Fri 4/17

9:27 am-7:40 pm

2 stops21h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/23

10:00 am-10:29 pm

2 stops25h 29m

$1,140

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Chicago is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,137, 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 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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,308 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 $1,129 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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Fastest flight time

21h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Shanghai takes 21h 10m
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 21h 10m.

  • 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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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $876Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,175 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $932Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,073 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $960Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,130 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $1,016Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,187 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $1,090Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,323 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,131Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,134 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,137Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,164 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,137Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,049 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,178Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,685 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,248Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,678 reviews
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Can I find flights from Chicago to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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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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