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Cheap flights from Chicago to Shanghai from $387

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ANA Logo
5:45 pm - 11:40 am
ORD
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PVG
28h 55m
1 stop
ANA Logo
1:35 am - 8:40 am
PVG
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ORD
20h 05m
1 stop
$979ANA
Sat, Apr 18 - Tue, May 5
Air China Logo
2:35 pm - 10:05 am
ORD
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PVG
30h 30m
2 stops
Air China Logo
8:40 pm - 5:18 am
PVG
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ORD
45h 38m
2 stops
$988Air China
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 23
ANA Logo
5:45 pm - 8:40 pm
ORD
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PVG
37h 55m
1 stop
ANA Logo
1:35 am - 8:40 am
PVG
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ORD
20h 05m
1 stop
$991ANA
Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, May 5
ANA Logo
5:45 pm - 12:15 pm
ORD
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SHA
29h 30m
1 stop
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 8:40 am
SHA
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ORD
32h 05m
1 stop
$991ANA
Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, May 5
ANA Logo
7:00 am - 12:35 am
ORD
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PVG
28h 35m
2 stops
ANA Logo
8:25 am - 8:40 am
PVG
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ORD
37h 15m
1 stop
$995ANA
Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, May 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 4:45 pm
ORD
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PVG
31h 35m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 9:40 am
PVG
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ORD
38h 45m
1 stop
$1,000Turkish Airlines
Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15
Korean Air Logo
12:20 pm - 12:25 pm
ORD
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PVG
35h 05m
1 stop
Korean Air Logo
11:10 am - 9:40 am
PVG
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ORD
35h 30m
1 stop
$1,008Korean Air
Wed, Apr 15 - Mon, Apr 27
Air China Logo
2:35 pm - 10:15 am
ORD
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SHA
30h 40m
2 stops
Air China Logo
5:30 pm - 5:18 am
SHA
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ORD
24h 48m
2 stops
$1,033Air China
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 23
Delta Logo
5:21 pm - 4:05 pm
MDW
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PVG
33h 44m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:30 pm - 8:42 am
PVG
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MDW
28h 12m
2 stops
$1,100Delta
Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 19
Delta Logo
6:34 pm - 3:20 pm
MDW
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PVG
31h 46m
1 stop
Delta Logo
9:55 am - 5:58 pm
PVG
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MDW
21h 03m
1 stop
$1,101Delta
Sun, Mar 22 - Tue, Apr 21

Cathay Pacific flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Apr 15
ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 50m
1 stop
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 27
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 25m
1 stop
ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,079
Cathay Pacific
Mar 24
ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
40h 20m
1 stop
SHA8:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 21
SHA4:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 05m
1 stop
ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,084
Cathay Pacific
Apr 9
ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 50m
1 stop
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 3
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 25m
1 stop
ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,094

Japan Airlines flights from Chicago to Shanghai

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Chicago to Shanghai flight tickets
Japan Airlines
Mar 3
ORD5:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 05m
1 stop
SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 10
SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 25m
1 stop
ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,122
Japan Airlines
Apr 8
ORD2:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
32h 10m
1 stop
SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 15
SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 00m
1 stop
ORD10:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,124
Japan Airlines
Feb 24
ORD5:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 05m
1 stop
SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 3
SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 19m
2 stops
ORD9:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,125

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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

5:45 pm-11:40 am

1 stop28h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

1:35 am-8:40 am

1 stop20h 05m

$979

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

2:35 pm-10:05 am

2 stops30h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/23

8:40 pm-5:18 am

2 stops45h 38m

$988

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

5:45 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop37h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

1:35 am-8:40 am

1 stop20h 05m

$991

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

5:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/5

1:35 pm-8:40 am

1 stop32h 05m

$991

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

7:00 am-12:35 am

2 stops28h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

8:25 am-8:40 am

1 stop37h 15m

$995

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

8:10 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/15

7:55 am-9:40 am

1 stop38h 45m

$1,000

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

12:20 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop35h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/27

11:10 am-9:40 am

1 stop35h 30m

$1,008

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

2:35 pm-10:15 am

2 stops30h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/23

5:30 pm-5:18 am

2 stops24h 48m

$1,033

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/5

5:21 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops33h 44m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/19

5:30 pm-8:42 am

2 stops28h 12m

$1,100

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/22

6:34 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop31h 46m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/21

9:55 am-5:58 pm

1 stop21h 03m

$1,101

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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 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 November is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $1,186.

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 $1,297 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 $1,172 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

16h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Shanghai takes 16h 55m
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 16h 55m.

  • 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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Rating
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Price
Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $929Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,229 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $932Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,098 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $960Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,176 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $1,016Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,195 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $1,065Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,358 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,095Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,240 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,110Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,340 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,137Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,340 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,178Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,714 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,248Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,757 reviews
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Airports listed have a maximum distance of 18.9 mi from Shanghai
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