What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to China?

Air India, Cathay Pacific, and Philippine Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to China

How long is the flight from Illinois to China?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Illinois, such as Chicago or Moline, and flying into China, then you can expect flight times to average 20h 50m and 34h 47m, respectively.

What airlines fly to China?

Cathay Pacific, United Airlines and EVA Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from Illinois according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to China. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to China?

Prices for flights from Illinois to China are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to China?

As of February 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to China.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to China?

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 Illinois to China.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:51 am - 9:05 pm

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CAN

24h 14m

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5:00 am - 11:27 pm

CAN

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31h 27m

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$900Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Thu, Apr 30

8:03 pm - 8:15 pm

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PEK

35h 12m

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3:10 pm - 5:06 am

PEK

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26h 56m

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$926ANA

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5

8:03 pm - 8:15 pm

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PEK

35h 12m

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8:20 am - 10:55 am

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39h 35m

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$927ANA

Tue, Apr 7 - Thu, Apr 16

1:18 pm - 1:50 pm

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PVG

35h 32m

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4:20 pm - 6:32 am

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27h 12m

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$988Air China

Tue, Apr 28 - Thu, May 28

10:50 am - 1:50 pm

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PVG

38h 00m

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9:10 pm - 6:20 am

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46h 10m

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$989Air China

Tue, Apr 14 - Sun, Apr 26

12:20 pm - 9:40 am

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PVG

32h 20m

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11:10 am - 9:40 am

PVG

ORD

35h 30m

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$998Korean Air

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

11:25 am - 4:45 pm

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PVG

40h 20m

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7:55 am - 6:15 pm

PVG

ORD

47h 20m

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$1,000Turkish Airlines

Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15

4:15 pm - 7:25 pm

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38h 10m

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36h 07m

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$1,050Cathay Pacific

Mon, Mar 30 - Mon, May 4

4:15 pm - 7:25 pm

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38h 10m

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8:45 pm - 1:55 pm

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30h 10m

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$1,083Cathay Pacific

Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 21

12:25 pm - 12:15 pm

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34h 50m

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10:55 am - 9:40 am

FOC

ORD

35h 45m

1 stop

$1,106Korean Air

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Jun 16

ANA flights from Illinois to China

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ANA

Apr 28

ORD8:03 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

35h 12m

2 stops

PEK8:15 pmBeijing Capital

May 5

PEK3:10 pmBeijing Capital

26h 56m

2 stops

ORD5:06 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$926

ANA

Apr 7

ORD8:03 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

35h 12m

2 stops

PEK8:15 pmBeijing Capital

Apr 16

PEK8:20 amBeijing Capital

39h 35m

2 stops

ORD10:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$927

ANA

Apr 13

ORD8:03 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 02m

2 stops

CAN1:05 pmGuangzhou Baiyun

May 13

CAN2:15 pmGuangzhou Baiyun

31h 25m

1 stop

ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$962

Japan Airlines flights from Illinois to China

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Japan Airlines

Mar 2

ORD5:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 05m

1 stop

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 5

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 25m

1 stop

ORD7:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,205

Japan Airlines

Mar 2

ORD5:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 05m

1 stop

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 9

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 19m

2 stops

ORD9:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,208

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7:51 am-9:05 pm

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Thu 4/30

5:00 am-11:27 pm

2 stops31h 27m

$900

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Tue 4/28

8:03 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops35h 12m

Beijing Capital

Tue 5/5

3:10 pm-5:06 am

2 stops26h 56m

$926

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ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/7

8:03 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops35h 12m

Beijing Capital

Thu 4/16

8:20 am-10:55 am

2 stops39h 35m

$927

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ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

1:18 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops35h 32m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/28

4:20 pm-6:32 am

2 stops27h 12m

$988

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/14

10:50 am-1:50 pm

2 stops38h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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9:10 pm-6:20 am

2 stops46h 10m

$989

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/21

12:20 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/28

11:10 am-9:40 am

1 stop35h 30m

$998

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

11:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop40h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/15

7:55 am-6:15 pm

1 stop47h 20m

$1,000

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ORD - FOC

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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4:15 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop38h 10m

Fuzhou

Mon 5/4

8:45 pm-7:52 pm

2 stops36h 07m

$1,050

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ORD - FOC

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/31

4:15 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop38h 10m

Fuzhou

Tue 4/21

8:45 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop30h 10m

$1,083

ChicagoFuzhou

ORD - FOC

ORDFOC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

12:25 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop34h 50m

Fuzhou

Tue 6/16

10:55 am-9:40 am

1 stop35h 45m

$1,106

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Illinois to China. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,137. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to China from Illinois during November instead. Flights to China in November, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $1,186.

What is the cheapest Illinois to China flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to China?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to China from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China 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 China from Illinois for as low as $1,172 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to China flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Illinois to China flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to China flight.

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Fastest flight time	16h 55m
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The fastest flight from Illinois to China takes 16h 55m

There are no direct flights from Illinois to China. There are no popular flight routes from Illinois to China.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to China?
Prices for flights from Illinois to China are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to China?
As of February 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to China.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to China?
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 Illinois to China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to China?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Illinois to China is Boeing 777 (100.00% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from Illinois to China

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air China	PriceFrom $618	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 139 reviews	Search Air China flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $768	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,237 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $901	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,180 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
ANA	PriceFrom $932	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,105 reviews	Search ANA flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,016	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,195 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,065	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,361 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,095	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,246 reviews	Search Delta flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,110	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,717 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,367 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,137	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,365 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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Can I find flights from Illinois to China with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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