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

Japan Airlines, ANA, and Air China are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Shanghai

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

Flight times from Illinois to Shanghai vary, but if you’re flying out of Chicago and flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 20h 09m on average. Another popular route from Illinois to Shanghai is flying from Moline to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 43h 59m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

EVA Air, United Airlines and ANA are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Illinois according to our data. EVA Air is the first choice among our users, with 27% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Shanghai 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 Shanghai?

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

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

As of December 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Shanghai.

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

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 Shanghai.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai 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 Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:00 am - 10:05 am

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PVG

38h 05m2 stops

1:10 pm - 12:04 am

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STL

23h 54m2 stops

$950Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, May 13

7:04 am - 11:55 pm

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PVG

26h 51m2 stops

12:50 pm - 6:11 pm

PVG

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43h 21m2 stops

$989Cathay Pacific

Tue, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 17

6:30 pm - 12:25 pm

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SHA

27h 55m2 stops

1:40 pm - 5:15 am

SHA

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29h 35m2 stops

$992ANA

Sun, Jan 25 - Sun, Feb 1

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27h 55m2 stops

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29h 35m2 stops

$994ANA

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ORD

18h 45m1 stop

$996ANA

Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Mar 4

8:00 am - 10:40 pm

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SHA

25h 40m2 stops

8:55 am - 6:48 pm

SHA

ORD

22h 53m2 stops

$998Air China

Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15

6:47 am - 11:20 pm

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PVG

26h 33m2 stops

9:10 pm - 1:15 pm

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ORD

54h 05m2 stops

$1,000Air China

Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 28

7:15 am - 4:25 pm

STL

PVG

19h 10m1 stop

6:25 pm - 10:54 pm

PVG

STL

18h 29m1 stop

$1,082American Airlines

Wed, Jan 14 - Thu, Feb 19

7:45 am - 4:45 pm

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PVG

44h 00m2 stops

10:25 pm - 3:21 pm

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STL

29h 56m2 stops

$1,083Turkish Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Fri, May 15

6:44 pm - 4:25 pm

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PVG

31h 41m2 stops

6:25 pm - 10:54 pm

PVG

STL

18h 29m1 stop

$1,086American Airlines

Wed, Jan 14 - Thu, Feb 19

ANA flights from Illinois to Shanghai

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ANA

Jan 25

ORD6:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 55m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 1

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 35m

2 stops

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$992

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ANA

Jan 25

ORD6:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 55m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 1

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 35m

2 stops

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$994

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ANA

Jan 26

ORD6:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 55m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 9

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

29h 35m

2 stops

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$996

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EVA Air

Apr 7

ORD12:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 35m

1 stop

PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Apr 15

PVG1:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

20h 50m

1 stop

ORD9:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,047

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EVA Air

Feb 5

ORD11:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 35m

1 stop

PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 4

PVG1:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong

20h 20m

1 stop

ORD7:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,050

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EVA Air

Mar 30

ORD12:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 00m

1 stop

SHA4:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 22

SHA7:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 20m

1 stop

ORD9:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,053

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Lambert-St Louis

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7:00 am-10:05 am

2 stops38h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/13

1:10 pm-12:04 am

2 stops23h 54m

$950

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STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/10

7:04 am-11:55 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/17

12:50 pm-6:11 pm

2 stops43h 21m

$989

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/25

6:30 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 2/1

1:40 pm-5:15 am

2 stops29h 35m

$992

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/25

6:30 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 2/1

1:40 pm-5:15 am

2 stops29h 35m

$994

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/1

6:30 pm-1:15 am

2 stops40h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/4

2:35 am-7:20 am

1 stop18h 45m

$996

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

8:00 am-10:40 pm

2 stops25h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/15

8:55 am-6:48 pm

2 stops22h 53m

$998

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/7

6:47 am-11:20 pm

2 stops26h 33m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/28

9:10 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops54h 05m

$1,000

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/14

7:15 am-4:25 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/19

6:25 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop18h 29m

$1,082

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 4/20

7:45 am-4:45 pm

2 stops44h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/15

10:25 pm-3:21 pm

2 stops29h 56m

$1,083

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/14

6:44 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops31h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/19

6:25 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop18h 29m

$1,086

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Illinois is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,158, 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 Illinois averaging around $1,186.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Illinois to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the evening for as low as $1,385. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,603.

What is the cheapest Illinois 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 Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,314 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Illinois for as low as $1,129 on momondo.

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

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

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The fastest flight from Illinois to Shanghai takes 16h 48m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Shanghai?
As of December 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Shanghai?
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 Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai 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 Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Illinois to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $876	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,088 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,016	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,184 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,018	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,093 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,044	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,021 reviews	Search ANA flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,108	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,653 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,112	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,296 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,131	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,050 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,137	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,095 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,137	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,005 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,248	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,571 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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