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

Air China is the most popular carrier operating from Illinois to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

EVA Air, American 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 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 27h 59m on average. Another popular route from Illinois to Shanghai is flying from Moline to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 36h 16m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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 August 2025, there are 11 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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12:54 pm - 1:50 pmORD-PVG

35h 56m2 stops

3:10 pm - 11:59 amPVG-ORD

33h 49m2 stops

$834

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Sun, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 21

7:09 pm - 1:50 pmORD-PVG

29h 41m2 stops

3:10 pm - 11:59 amPVG-ORD

33h 49m2 stops

$867

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Sun, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 7

11:45 pm - 4:45 pmORD-PVG

28h 00m1 stop

11:05 pm - 6:25 pmPVG-ORD

33h 20m1 stop

$876Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Aug 27 - Thu, Nov 20

11:50 am - 5:10 pmORD-PVG

39h 20m1 stop

11:05 pm - 10:05 amPVG-ORD

25h 00m1 stop

$933Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 14

8:50 am - 10:00 amORD-SHA

36h 10m2 stops

11:30 am - 11:15 pmSHA-ORD

24h 45m2 stops

$1,009Air China

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Fri, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 19

8:50 am - 10:00 amORD-SHA

36h 10m2 stops

8:55 am - 11:10 pmSHA-ORD

28h 15m2 stops

$1,039Air China

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Tue, Oct 14 - Wed, Nov 12

5:15 am - 2:50 pmSTL-PVG

20h 35m1 stop

5:00 pm - 10:50 pmPVG-STL

18h 50m1 stop

$1,057American Airlines

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Mon, Sep 1 - Fri, Oct 3

6:40 am - 1:45 pmSTL-PVG

18h 05m1 stop

3:45 pm - 8:34 pmPVG-STL

17h 49m1 stop

$1,058Delta

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Sun, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 26

6:40 am - 1:45 pmSTL-PVG

18h 05m1 stop

3:45 pm - 12:31 pmPVG-STL

33h 46m2 stops

$1,062Delta

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Mon, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 13

5:11 am - 2:50 pmSTL-PVG

20h 39m1 stop

6:10 pm - 10:58 pmPVG-STL

18h 48m1 stop

$1,151American Airlines

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Mon, Oct 13 - Tue, Nov 18

Korean Air flights from Illinois to Shanghai

Our best Korean Air deals on Illinois to Shanghai flight tickets

Korean Air

Sep 22

ORD12:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

39h 55m

1 stop

SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 7

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 05m

1 stop

ORD9:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,109

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Korean Air

Nov 16

ORD11:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

40h 05m

1 stop

SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 24

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 05m

1 stop

ORD8:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,114

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Cathay Pacific flights from Illinois to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

Aug 4

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

32h 15m

1 stop

PVG1:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Dec 23

PVG8:40 amShanghai Pu Dong

18h 20m

1 stop

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,072

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Cathay Pacific

Aug 3

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 10m

1 stop

PVG12:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Dec 16

PVG7:10 amShanghai Pu Dong

19h 50m

1 stop

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,110

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Cathay Pacific

Sep 30

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 05m

1 stop

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 19

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 05m

1 stop

ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,126

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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

12:54 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops35h 56m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/21

3:10 pm-11:59 am

2 stops33h 49m

$834

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/31

7:09 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops29h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/7

3:10 pm-11:59 am

2 stops33h 49m

$867

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/27

11:45 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop28h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/20

11:05 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$876

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/3

11:50 am-5:10 pm

1 stop39h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/14

11:05 pm-10:05 am

1 stop25h 00m

$933

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/29

8:50 am-10:00 am

2 stops36h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 9/19

11:30 am-11:15 pm

2 stops24h 45m

$1,009

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/14

8:50 am-10:00 am

2 stops36h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/12

8:55 am-11:10 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$1,039

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/1

5:15 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/3

5:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$1,057

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 9/7

6:40 am-1:45 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/26

3:45 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop17h 49m

$1,058

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/1

6:40 am-1:45 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/13

3:45 pm-12:31 pm

2 stops33h 46m

$1,062

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 10/13

5:11 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 39m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/18

6:10 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop18h 48m

$1,151

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to Shanghai

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Illinois is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,163, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of October is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Illinois averaging around $1,165.

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?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best Illinois - Shanghai flight prices

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 $1,316 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 $1,083 on momondo.

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

There are 1 cabin classes 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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Best Price Found	$426
Fastest flight time	18h 05m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $426. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $834.

The fastest flight from Illinois to Shanghai takes 18h 05m

There are no direct flights from Illinois to Shanghai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Lambert-St Louis Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

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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 August 2025, there are 11 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Illinois to Shanghai with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $955	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,541 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $997	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,002	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,935 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,018	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,122 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,024	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 951 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,045	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 922 reviews	Search ANA flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,109	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,220 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,114	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,983 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,131	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,190	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,904 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Shanghai from Illinois which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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