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Cheap flights from Chicago to Shanghai from $431

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6:17 am - 9:50 pmORD-SHA
26h 33m2 stops
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7:55 am - 5:05 amSHA-ORD
34h 10m2 stops
$1,116Air China
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Sat, Mar 28 - Sun, Apr 12
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2:35 pm - 12:20 pmORD-SHA
31h 45m1 stop
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10:30 pm - 12:55 pmSHA-ORD
28h 25m1 stop
$1,117Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 8
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4:58 pm - 10:40 amORD-SHA
27h 42m3 stops
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6:05 pm - 12:55 pmSHA-ORD
32h 50m2 stops
$1,119Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 6
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4:25 pm - 12:25 pmORD-SHA
30h 00m1 stop
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1:40 pm - 7:20 amSHA-ORD
31h 40m1 stop
$1,124ANA
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Mon, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 22
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7:10 pm - 4:05 pmORD-SHA
30h 55m3 stops
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8:50 am - 6:05 amSHA-ORD
35h 15m2 stops
$1,125Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 8
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6:30 pm - 12:25 pmORD-SHA
27h 55m2 stops
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1:40 pm - 7:20 amSHA-ORD
31h 40m1 stop
$1,128ANA
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Mon, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 22
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:35 pm - 12:20 pmORD-SHA
31h 45m1 stop
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10:30 pm - 12:55 pmSHA-ORD
28h 25m1 stop
$1,129Cathay Pacific
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Fri, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 8
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4:10 pm - 9:55 amORD-SHA
27h 45m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 10:51 amSHA-ORD
33h 21m2 stops
$1,133Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 22
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4:25 pm - 12:25 pmORD-SHA
30h 00m1 stop
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1:40 pm - 5:01 amSHA-ORD
29h 21m2 stops
$1,134ANA
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Mon, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 27
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:35 pm - 12:20 pmORD-SHA
31h 45m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 pm - 2:25 pmSHA-ORD
38h 05m1 stop
$1,139Cathay Pacific
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ANA flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best ANA deals on Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
ANA
Jan 12
ORD4:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 00m
1 stop
SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 22
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 40m
1 stop
ORD7:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,124
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ANA
Jan 12
ORD6:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 55m
2 stops
SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 22
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 40m
1 stop
ORD7:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,128
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ANA
Feb 16
ORD4:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 00m
1 stop
SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 1
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
29h 21m
2 stops
ORD5:01 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,134
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Air China flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Air China deals on Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Air China
Mar 28
ORD6:17 amChicago O'Hare Intl
26h 33m
2 stops
SHA9:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 12
SHA7:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 10m
2 stops
ORD5:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,116
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Air China
Nov 21
ORD8:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
40h 10m
2 stops
SHA3:00 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 7
SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
25h 30m
2 stops
ORD8:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,187
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Air China
Feb 13
ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 55m
2 stops
SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 28
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 25m
2 stops
ORD6:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,210
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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 November 17, 2025.
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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/28

6:17 am-9:50 pm

2 stops26h 33m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 4/12

7:55 am-5:05 am

2 stops34h 10m

$1,116

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

2:35 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/8

10:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$1,117

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/2

4:58 pm-10:40 am

3 stops27h 42m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 12/6

6:05 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops32h 50m

$1,119

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

4:25 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/22

1:40 pm-7:20 am

1 stop31h 40m

$1,124

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

7:10 pm-4:05 pm

3 stops30h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/8

8:50 am-6:05 am

2 stops35h 15m

$1,125

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

6:30 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/22

1:40 pm-7:20 am

1 stop31h 40m

$1,128

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/28

2:35 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/8

10:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop28h 25m

$1,129

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

4:10 pm-9:55 am

2 stops27h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/22

3:30 pm-10:51 am

2 stops33h 21m

$1,133

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/16

4:25 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 2/27

1:40 pm-5:01 am

2 stops29h 21m

$1,134

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

2:35 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/15

1:20 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop38h 05m

$1,139

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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 typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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 $1,126.

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 $1,329 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 $1,102 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 11% 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 November 2025, prices for Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 8% 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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  • 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 21h 20m.

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

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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 $876Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,047 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,036Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,060 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $1,049Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,166 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,086Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,007 reviews
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EVA AirPriceFrom $1,112Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,276 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,126Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,622 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,142Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,007 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,190Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,048 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,215Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,014 reviews
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