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Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai from $524

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These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
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8:50 am - 10:55 amORD-SHA
37h 05m2 stops
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8:55 am - 11:15 pmSHA-ORD
27h 20m2 stops
$1,073Air China
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Tue, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 19
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5:45 pm - 12:15 pmORD-SHA
29h 30m1 stop
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1:35 pm - 8:40 amSHA-ORD
32h 05m1 stop
$1,074ANA
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Wed, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 24
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:00 pm - 12:05 pmORD-SHA
31h 05m1 stop
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10:30 pm - 2:25 pmSHA-ORD
28h 55m1 stop
$1,098Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Sep 29
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:00 pm - 12:05 pmORD-SHA
31h 05m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:35 pm - 1:00 pmSHA-ORD
37h 25m1 stop
$1,113Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Sep 23 - Sun, Feb 22
EVA Air Logo
12:30 am - 4:30 pmORD-SHA
27h 00m1 stop
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7:40 pm - 8:45 pmSHA-ORD
38h 05m1 stop
$1,188EVA Air
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Fri, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 19
EVA Air Logo
6:50 pm - 4:30 pmORD-SHA
32h 40m2 stops
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7:40 pm - 8:45 pmSHA-ORD
38h 05m1 stop
$1,198EVA Air
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Sat, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 19
Japan Airlines Logo
1:30 am - 11:25 amORD-SHA
20h 55m1 stop
Japan Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 9:15 amSHA-ORD
33h 25m1 stop
$1,347Japan Airlines
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Tue, Jun 17 - Wed, Jun 25
Japan Airlines Logo
1:30 am - 11:25 amORD-SHA
20h 55m1 stop
Japan Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 9:15 amSHA-ORD
33h 25m1 stop
$1,351Japan Airlines
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Mon, Jun 9 - Mon, Jun 16
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7:05 pm - 5:20 pmORD-SHA
33h 15m3 stops
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7:55 am - 6:42 amSHA-ORD
35h 47m2 stops
$1,407
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Fri, May 30 - Thu, Jun 5
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3:50 pm - 4:25 pmORD-SHA
35h 35m3 stops
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5:30 pm - 10:55 amSHA-ORD
30h 25m3 stops
$1,409
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Cathay Pacific flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
May 1
ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 05m
1 stop
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 8
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 55m
1 stop
ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Cathay Pacific
May 2
ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 05m
1 stop
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 21
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
38h 05m
1 stop
ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Cathay Pacific
Sep 22
ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 05m
1 stop
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 29
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 55m
1 stop
ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Air China flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Air China deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Air China
Sep 30
ORD8:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
37h 05m
2 stops
SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 19
SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 20m
2 stops
ORD11:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Air China
Oct 23
ORD4:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 25m
2 stops
SHA10:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 30
SHA1:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
28h 33m
2 stops
ORD5:03 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Air China
Oct 1
ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
24h 40m
2 stops
SHA10:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 9
SHA9:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
38h 45m
2 stops
ORD11:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,144, 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 January, then you should wait until February to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,182.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,207. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,483.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in the morning. Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport during this time can be as low as $1,196. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,597. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when booking 25 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around $1,341 when searching 25 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for as low as $1,083 on momondo.

How have Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2025, prices for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 33% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (ORD to SHA) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$524

Fastest flight time

20h 55m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $524. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,073.
The fastest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 20h 55m
There are no direct flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • How far is Chicago O'Hare Intl to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl by plane?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl are 7044.5 mi apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 20h 55m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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.

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?


Best airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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7.3
3,788 reviews
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7.4
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8.4
1,066 reviews
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7.5
852 reviews
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8.3
852 reviews
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8.0
7,936 reviews
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8.4
1,186 reviews
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8.3
1,459 reviews
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