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

Air China and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

EVA Air, ANA and American Airlines 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 33% 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.

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 26h 10m on average. Another popular route from Illinois to Shanghai is flying from Moline to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 33h 26m. 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 September 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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8:42 am - 11:40 amSTL-PVG

37h 58m2 stops

7:10 am - 10:29 pmPVG-STL

29h 19m2 stops

$1,000Cathay Pacific

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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 6

8:39 am - 1:30 pmSTL-PVG

38h 51m2 stops

7:10 am - 4:25 pmPVG-STL

23h 15m2 stops

$1,023Cathay Pacific

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Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 27

4:25 pm - 10:20 pmORD-PVG

39h 55m1 stop

5:35 pm - 1:35 pmPVG-ORD

58h 00m2 stops

$1,037Multiple Airlines

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Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Dec 10

6:47 am - 11:20 pmORD-PVG

26h 33m2 stops

4:30 pm - 11:50 pmPVG-ORD

44h 20m2 stops

$1,043Air China

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Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Mar 14

4:45 pm - 5:10 pmORD-PVG

35h 25m3 stops

2:20 am - 7:16 pmPVG-ORD

30h 56m3 stops

$1,045Multiple Airlines

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Sat, Oct 25 - Fri, Nov 7

2:35 pm - 10:50 pmORD-PVG

43h 15m2 stops

3:45 pm - 6:10 amPVG-ORD

27h 25m2 stops

$1,046Air China

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Fri, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 20

5:14 am - 4:25 pmSTL-PVG

21h 11m1 stop

6:10 pm - 10:27 pmPVG-STL

18h 17m1 stop

$1,082American Airlines

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Sat, Jan 24 - Sun, Feb 1

5:14 am - 4:25 pmSTL-PVG

21h 11m1 stop

6:10 pm - 8:14 amPVG-STL

28h 04m2 stops

$1,086American Airlines

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Sat, Jan 24 - Sun, Feb 1

7:10 am - 1:15 amORD-PVG

28h 05m2 stops

2:30 am - 7:20 amPVG-ORD

18h 50m1 stop

$1,133ANA

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Tue, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 25

6:30 pm - 9:25 pmORD-PVG

36h 55m2 stops

2:30 am - 2:43 pmPVG-ORD

26h 13m2 stops

$1,143ANA

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Tue, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 25

Korean Air flights from Illinois to Shanghai

Our best Korean Air deals on Illinois to Shanghai flight tickets

Korean Air

Sep 25

ORD12:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

32h 30m

1 stop

PVG9:40 amShanghai Pu Dong

Oct 8

PVG11:10 amShanghai Pu Dong

35h 20m

1 stop

ORD9:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,100

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Korean Air

Nov 17

ORD11:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

39h 55m

1 stop

SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 13

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 05m

1 stop

ORD8:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,191

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Japan Airlines flights from Illinois to Shanghai

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Japan Airlines

Dec 10

STL1:43 pmLambert-St Louis

37h 22m

2 stops

PVG5:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Dec 17

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

38h 51m

2 stops

STL7:31 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,177

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Japan Airlines

Dec 9

STL6:55 amLambert-St Louis

39h 10m

2 stops

PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jan 13

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

30h 28m

2 stops

STL11:08 amLambert-St Louis

$1,180

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Japan Airlines

Dec 10

STL1:43 pmLambert-St Louis

37h 22m

2 stops

PVG5:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Dec 17

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

36h 07m

2 stops

STL4:47 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,183

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St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 10/30

8:42 am-11:40 am

2 stops37h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/6

7:10 am-10:29 pm

2 stops29h 19m

$1,000

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 11/17

8:39 am-1:30 pm

2 stops38h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/27

7:10 am-4:25 pm

2 stops23h 15m

$1,023

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/17

4:25 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop39h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/10

5:35 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops58h 00m

$1,037

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

6:47 am-11:20 pm

2 stops26h 33m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/14

4:30 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops44h 20m

$1,043

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/25

4:45 pm-5:10 pm

3 stops35h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/7

2:20 am-7:16 pm

3 stops30h 56m

$1,045

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/3

2:35 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops43h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/20

3:45 pm-6:10 am

2 stops27h 25m

$1,046

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/24

5:14 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/1

6:10 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop18h 17m

$1,082

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/24

5:14 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/1

6:10 pm-8:14 am

2 stops28h 04m

$1,086

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/27

7:10 am-1:15 am

2 stops28h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/25

2:30 am-7:20 am

1 stop18h 50m

$1,133

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/27

6:30 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/25

2:30 am-2:43 pm

2 stops26h 13m

$1,143

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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 October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,157, 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 $1,165.

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?

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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 $1,348 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 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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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 September 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 3,977 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,018	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,143 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,018	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,008 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,038	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,563 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,072	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 970 reviews	Search ANA flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,112	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,238 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,114	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,974 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,131	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,207	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,926 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,248	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,391 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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