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Cheap flights from Chicago to Shanghai from $492

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7:09 pm - 12:50 pmORD-SHA
28h 41m2 stops
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6:10 pm - 11:59 amSHA-ORD
30h 49m2 stops
$910
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dom., sep. 14 - dom., sep. 21
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7:06 pm - 11:00 amORD-SHA
26h 54m2 stops
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2:10 pm - 11:59 amSHA-ORD
34h 49m2 stops
$911
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dom., sep. 7 - dom., sep. 14
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12:54 pm - 11:00 amORD-SHA
33h 06m2 stops
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6:10 pm - 11:59 amSHA-ORD
30h 49m2 stops
$915
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dom., sep. 7 - dom., sep. 14
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12:54 pm - 11:00 amORD-SHA
33h 06m2 stops
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2:10 pm - 11:59 amSHA-ORD
34h 49m2 stops
$916
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dom., sep. 14 - dom., sep. 21
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7:06 pm - 10:20 amORD-SHA
26h 14m2 stops
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3:50 pm - 11:59 amSHA-ORD
33h 09m2 stops
$950
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sáb., sep. 13 - sáb., sep. 20
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4:00 pm - 12:05 pmORD-SHA
31h 05m1 stop
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1:20 pm - 2:25 pmSHA-ORD
38h 05m1 stop
$1,126Cathay Pacific
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mar., sep. 30 - dom., oct. 19
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:00 pm - 3:35 pmORD-SHA
34h 35m1 stop
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10:30 pm - 2:25 pmSHA-ORD
28h 55m1 stop
$1,127Cathay Pacific
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mié., oct. 1 - lun., oct. 13
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12:30 am - 4:30 pmORD-SHA
27h 00m1 stop
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7:40 pm - 8:45 pmSHA-ORD
38h 05m1 stop
$1,133EVA Air
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lun., sep. 29 - dom., oct. 19
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4:25 pm - 12:25 pmORD-SHA
30h 00m1 stop
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1:40 pm - 5:16 amSHA-ORD
29h 36m2 stops
$1,138ANA
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dom., nov. 16 - lun., nov. 24
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9:20 am - 5:05 pmMDW-SHA
42h 45m2 stops
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6:25 pm - 12:28 pmSHA-MDW
31h 03m2 stops
$1,857Korean Air
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mar., oct. 14 - mar., oct. 21

ANA flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best ANA deals on Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
ANA
Nov 16
ORD4:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 00m
1 stop
SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 24
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
29h 36m
2 stops
ORD5:16 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,138
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ANA
Aug 13
ORD5:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
29h 30m
1 stop
SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 24
SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 26m
2 stops
ORD5:01 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,523
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Korean Air flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Korean Air deals on Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Korean Air
Aug 13
ORD12:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
39h 35m
1 stop
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 23
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 15m
1 stop
ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,698
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Korean Air
Oct 14
MDW9:20 amChicago Midway
42h 45m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 21
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 03m
2 stops
MDW12:28 pmChicago Midway
$1,857
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 julio 31, 2025.
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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 9/14

7:09 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops28h 41m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 9/21

6:10 pm-11:59 am

2 stops30h 49m

$910

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 9/7

7:06 pm-11:00 am

2 stops26h 54m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 9/14

2:10 pm-11:59 am

2 stops34h 49m

$911

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 9/7

12:54 pm-11:00 am

2 stops33h 06m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 9/14

6:10 pm-11:59 am

2 stops30h 49m

$915

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 9/14

12:54 pm-11:00 am

2 stops33h 06m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 9/21

2:10 pm-11:59 am

2 stops34h 49m

$916

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 9/13

7:06 pm-10:20 am

2 stops26h 14m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 9/20

3:50 pm-11:59 am

2 stops33h 09m

$950

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 9/30

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 10/19

1:20 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop38h 05m

$1,126

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/1

4:00 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop34h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 10/13

10:30 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$1,127

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/29

12:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 10/19

7:40 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop38h 05m

$1,133

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 11/16

4:25 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 11/24

1:40 pm-5:16 am

2 stops29h 36m

$1,138

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - SHA

MDWSHA

Chicago Midway

mar. 10/14

9:20 am-5:05 pm

2 stops42h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 10/21

6:25 pm-12:28 pm

2 stops31h 03m

$1,857

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Chicago is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,074, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in September, then you should wait until January to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,130.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,207. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Chicago because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,483.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in the morning. Flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport during this time can be as low as $1,196. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,597. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around $1,316 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Chicago for as low as $1,083 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 46% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight.

How have Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 51% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$492

Fastest flight time

24h 50m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $492. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $910.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 24h 50m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
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  • How far is Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl by plane?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is 7057.1 mi away from Chicago. By plane, this route typically takes 25h 59m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,028Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,933 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $1,049Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,121 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,069Free CancellationRating
7.6
949 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,076Free CancellationRating
8.4
922 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $1,109Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,220 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,114Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,981 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,119Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,536 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,190Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,900 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,213Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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