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

Air China and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to Chicago

What airlines fly to Chicago?

ANA, Cathay Pacific and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Shanghai according to our data. ANA is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Shanghai to Chicago refresh daily.

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

As of December 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Shanghai to Chicago.

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

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 Shanghai to Chicago.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Chicago 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 Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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10:10 am - 10:05 amPVG-ORD

37h 55m1 stop

12:50 pm - 8:30 amORD-PVG

30h 40m1 stop

$927Turkish Airlines

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Sat, Mar 7 - Mon, Mar 9

10:10 am - 6:25 pmPVG-ORD

46h 15m1 stop

9:20 pm - 8:30 amORD-PVG

22h 10m1 stop

$928Turkish Airlines

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Sat, Mar 7 - Mon, Mar 9

5:35 pm - 9:13 amPVG-ORD

29h 38m2 stops

3:55 pm - 4:00 pmORD-PVG

34h 05m2 stops

$941Air Canada

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Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9

3:00 pm - 8:45 amPVG-ORD

30h 45m1 stop

2:00 pm - 1:00 pmORD-PVG

34h 00m1 stop

$966Etihad Airways

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Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Sep 1

5:35 pm - 5:48 pmPVG-ORD

38h 13m2 stops

2:00 pm - 4:00 pmORD-PVG

36h 00m2 stops

$982Air Canada

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Tue, Jan 27 - Sat, Feb 28

3:00 pm - 8:45 amPVG-ORD

30h 45m1 stop

2:00 pm - 9:55 amORD-PVG

30h 55m1 stop

$988Etihad Airways

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Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Aug 31

4:50 pm - 2:25 pmSHA-ORD

34h 35m1 stop

4:00 pm - 12:05 pmORD-SHA

31h 05m1 stop

$1,144Cathay Pacific

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Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Sep 1

4:35 pm - 12:55 pmSHA-ORD

34h 20m1 stop

2:35 pm - 12:20 pmORD-SHA

31h 45m1 stop

$1,156Cathay Pacific

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Tue, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 2

5:30 pm - 9:05 amPVG-MDW

29h 35m2 stops

5:05 pm - 3:50 pmMDW-PVG

32h 45m2 stops

$1,200Delta

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Tue, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 2

10:15 am - 5:55 pmPVG-MDW

20h 40m1 stop

9:30 am - 3:20 pmMDW-PVG

16h 50m1 stop

$1,758Delta

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Sat, Apr 11 - Thu, Sep 3

Turkish Airlines flights from Shanghai to Chicago

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 7

PVG10:10 amShanghai Pu Dong

37h 55m

1 stop

ORD10:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 9

ORD12:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 40m

1 stop

PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

$927

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 7

PVG10:10 amShanghai Pu Dong

46h 15m

1 stop

ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 9

ORD9:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 10m

1 stop

PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

$928

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Turkish Airlines

Mar 14

PVG10:10 amShanghai Pu Dong

46h 15m

1 stop

ORD7:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 20

ORD12:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

39h 20m

1 stop

PVG5:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,032

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Air Canada flights from Shanghai to Chicago

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Air Canada

Feb 5

PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

29h 38m

2 stops

ORD9:13 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 9

ORD3:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

34h 05m

2 stops

PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$941

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Air Canada

Jan 27

PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

38h 13m

2 stops

ORD5:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 28

ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

36h 00m

2 stops

PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$982

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Air Canada

Jan 30

PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

38h 13m

2 stops

ORD5:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 28

ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

36h 00m

2 stops

PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,003

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ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/7

10:10 am-10:05 am

1 stop37h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

12:50 pm-8:30 am

1 stop30h 40m

$927

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/7

10:10 am-6:25 pm

1 stop46h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

9:20 pm-8:30 am

1 stop22h 10m

$928

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/5

5:35 pm-9:13 am

2 stops29h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/9

3:55 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$941

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/14

3:00 pm-8:45 am

1 stop30h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/1

2:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$966

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/27

5:35 pm-5:48 pm

2 stops38h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

2:00 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$982

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/13

3:00 pm-8:45 am

1 stop30h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/31

2:00 pm-9:55 am

1 stop30h 55m

$988

ShanghaiChicago

SHA - ORD

SHAORD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/14

4:50 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop34h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/1

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

$1,144

ShanghaiChicago

SHA - ORD

SHAORD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/23

4:35 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop34h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/2

2:35 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop31h 45m

$1,156

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - MDW

PVGMDW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/23

5:30 pm-9:05 am

2 stops29h 35m

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/2

5:05 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$1,200

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - MDW

PVGMDW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 4/11

10:15 am-5:55 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/3

9:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$1,758

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,275. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Shanghai to Chicago for around $1,509.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the morning. Flights from Shanghai to Chicago during this time can be as low as $1,316. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $2,272.

What is the cheapest Shanghai to Chicago flight route?

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Shanghai to Chicago 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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Fastest flight time	18h 25m
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The fastest flight from Shanghai to Chicago takes 18h 25m

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How far is Shanghai to Chicago by plane?
The distance between Shanghai and Chicago is about 7052.6 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 18h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Shanghai to Chicago refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai to Chicago?
As of December 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Shanghai to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Chicago?
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 Shanghai to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The required travel and health documents for your Chicago 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 Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Shanghai to Chicago

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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $825	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,080 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $988	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,041 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,007	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,016 reviews	Search ANA flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,177	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,602 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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