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Cheap flights from Chicago to Shanghai from $470

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ANA Logo
5:45 pm - 12:15 pm
ORD
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SHA
29h 30m
1 stop
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 6:08 am
SHA
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ORD
30h 28m
2 stops
$1,153ANA
Sun, Oct 4 - Wed, Dec 2
ANA Logo
5:45 pm - 12:15 pm
ORD
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SHA
29h 30m
1 stop
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 1:50 pm
SHA
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ORD
38h 10m
1 stop
$1,158ANA
Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Nov 29
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:00 pm - 12:05 pm
ORD
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SHA
31h 05m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 pm - 2:20 pm
SHA
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ORD
28h 50m
1 stop
$1,172Cathay Pacific
Tue, Jul 14 - Thu, Jul 23
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:00 pm - 1:15 pm
ORD
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PVG
32h 15m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
7:20 am - 2:20 pm
PVG
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ORD
20h 00m
1 stop
$1,175Cathay Pacific
Mon, Aug 24 - Sat, Sep 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 6:25 am
ORD
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PVG
30h 00m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 9:40 am
PVG
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ORD
38h 45m
1 stop
$1,183Turkish Airlines
Thu, Jul 30 - Tue, Aug 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 6:25 am
ORD
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PVG
30h 00m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 9:40 am
PVG
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ORD
38h 45m
1 stop
$1,184Turkish Airlines
Sun, Aug 2 - Sat, Aug 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 8:40 pm
ORD
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PVG
24h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:50 am - 8:40 am
PVG
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ORD
19h 50m
1 stop
$1,197Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 3
Delta Logo
5:25 pm - 3:25 pm
MDW
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PVG
33h 00m
2 stops
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 12:33 pm
PVG
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MDW
16h 33m
1 stop
$1,487Delta
Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Nov 4
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 3:25 pm
MDW
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PVG
37h 25m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 12:33 pm
PVG
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MDW
16h 33m
1 stop
$1,489Delta
Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Nov 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 12:05 pm
MDW
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PVG
26h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 5:50 am
PVG
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MDW
22h 45m
2 stops
$1,525Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 4 - Mon, Aug 31

Japan Airlines flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
Japan Airlines
Sep 3
ORD2:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
32h 10m
1 stop
SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 7
SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 00m
1 stop
ORD10:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,392
Japan Airlines
Sep 28
ORD2:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
55h 25m
2 stops
SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 4
SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
20h 35m
2 stops
ORD7:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,425
Japan Airlines
May 13
ORD6:56 amChicago O'Hare Intl
39h 24m
2 stops
SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 20
SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 15m
1 stop
ORD11:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$2,028

Cathay Pacific flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Jul 14
ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 05m
1 stop
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jul 23
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 50m
1 stop
ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,172
Cathay Pacific
Aug 1
ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
39h 55m
1 stop
SHA8:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 23
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 50m
1 stop
ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,175
Cathay Pacific
Sep 25
ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
32h 00m
1 stop
PVG1:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 16
PVG7:20 amShanghai Pu Dong
19h 35m
1 stop
ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,178

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Shanghai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated May 12, 2026.
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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/4

5:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/2

1:40 pm-6:08 am

2 stops30h 28m

$1,153

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/4

5:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/29

1:40 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop38h 10m

$1,158

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/14

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 7/23

10:30 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$1,172

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/24

4:00 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop32h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/12

7:20 am-2:20 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$1,175

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/30

11:25 am-6:25 am

1 stop30h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/25

7:55 am-9:40 am

1 stop38h 45m

$1,183

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/2

11:25 am-6:25 am

1 stop30h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/29

7:55 am-9:40 am

1 stop38h 45m

$1,184
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/25

7:30 am-8:40 pm

2 stops24h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/3

1:50 am-8:40 am

1 stop19h 50m

$1,197

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/31

5:25 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops33h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/4

10:00 am-12:33 pm

1 stop16h 33m

$1,487

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/31

1:00 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop37h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/5

10:00 am-12:33 pm

1 stop16h 33m

$1,489

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/4

8:30 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops26h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/31

8:05 pm-5:50 am

2 stops22h 45m

$1,525

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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 July. Flight prices, which tend to average around $474, 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 $562.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago 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 $1,055 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

19h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Shanghai takes 19h 10m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Shanghai.
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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 19h 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
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Price
ANAPriceFrom $932Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,208 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $960Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,329 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,004Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,819 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,053Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,450 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $1,055Free CancellationRating
8.5
1,445 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,095Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,704 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,110Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,665 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $1,122Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,217 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,263Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,026 reviews
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Can I find flights from Chicago to Shanghai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Shanghai from Chicago on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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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
Shanghai Pu Dong Airport
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