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

Cathay Pacific is the most popular carrier operating from Illinois to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flight times from Illinois to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 18h 38m on average. Another popular route from Illinois to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is flying from Moline to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 34h 25m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

ANA, EVA Air and Korean Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Illinois according to our data. ANA is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of July 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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SHA

29h 30m

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28h 10m

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$1,193ANA

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5:45 pm - 12:15 pm

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29h 30m

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28h 10m

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$1,195ANA

Tue, Jul 21 - Sat, Aug 29

1:00 pm - 10:55 am

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32h 55m

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3:25 pm - 8:48 am

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30h 23m

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$1,196Multiple Airlines

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29h 54m

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ORD

37h 35m

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Sun, Oct 18 - Fri, Oct 23

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9:30 pm - 11:40 pm

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ORD

39h 10m

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28h 10m

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25h 02m

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Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 28

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36h 48m

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37h 09m

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$1,380Japan Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Sep 7

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Cathay Pacific flights from Illinois to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 18

ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

34h 20m

1 stop

SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 23

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 35m

1 stop

ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,201

Cathay Pacific

Jul 10

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 05m

1 stop

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jul 20

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 50m

1 stop

ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,204

Cathay Pacific

Oct 18

ORD4:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

34h 20m

1 stop

SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 23

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 35m

1 stop

ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,221

ANA flights from Illinois to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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ANA

Sep 24

ORD5:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 30m

1 stop

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 2

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 10m

2 stops

ORD4:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,193

ANA

Jul 21

ORD5:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 30m

1 stop

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Aug 29

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 10m

2 stops

ORD4:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,195

ANA

Aug 19

ORD8:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

38h 25m

2 stops

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Aug 30

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 10m

2 stops

ORD4:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,211

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5:45 pm-12:15 pm

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1:35 pm-4:45 am

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2 stops28h 10m

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Wed 9/16

1:00 pm-10:55 am

2 stops32h 55m

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Sat 9/26

3:25 pm-8:48 am

2 stops30h 23m

$1,196

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ORD - SHA

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Wed 9/16

4:01 pm-10:55 am

2 stops29h 54m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 9/26

3:25 pm-11:47 am

2 stops33h 22m

$1,197

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ORD - SHA

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Sun 10/18

4:15 pm-3:35 pm

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Fri 10/23

1:20 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop37h 35m

$1,201

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ORD - SHA

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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8:45 am-10:00 am

2 stops36h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/7

9:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops39h 10m

$1,208

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ORD - SHA

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/19

8:50 am-12:15 pm

2 stops38h 25m

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2 stops28h 10m

$1,211

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4:45 pm-10:00 am

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Tue 9/29

11:30 am-11:32 pm

2 stops25h 02m

$1,218

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STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 9/17

11:01 am-12:05 pm

2 stops36h 04m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/28

10:30 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops38h 13m

$1,249

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STL - SHA

STLSHA

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Mon 8/24

9:32 am-11:20 am

2 stops36h 48m

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12:45 pm-12:54 pm

2 stops37h 09m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Illinois is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $562, 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 October, then you should wait until April to fly from Illinois, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $752.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Illinois to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around $1,267 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 Illinois for as low as $1,082 on momondo.

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As of July 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $874	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,454 reviews	Search Delta flights
ANA	PriceFrom $938	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,260 reviews	Search ANA flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $960	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,403 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,004	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,859 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,065	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,220 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,082	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 1,484 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
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American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,137	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,765 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,263	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,296 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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