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$470+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — CHI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$964
(oojo)

One-way from

$470
(Kiwi.com)
From Shanghai to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/132:00 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop32h 30mKorean Air
Sat 5/212:20 pmORD - PVG
1 stop32h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 6/12$964
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1512:35 amPVG - ORD
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/26:55 pmORD - PVG
1 stop29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,054
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/187:20 amPVG - ORD
1 stop20h 05mCathay Pacific
Tue 12/162:40 pmORD - PVG
1 stop31h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/9$1,138
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2311:35 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop27h 25mLufthansa
Mon 1/129:50 pmORD - PVG
1 stop29h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$1,142
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2010:10 amPVG - ORD
1 stop39h 40mSWISS
Thu 10/27:05 pmORD - PVG
1 stop23h 35mSWISS
Deal found 6/11$1,147
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1910:30 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 12/162:40 pmORD - SHA
1 stop31h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/9$1,147
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/189:30 amPVG - ORD
2 stops40h 40mAustrian Airlines
Wed 1/144:20 pmORD - PVG
1 stop35h 10mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,181
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/163:45 pmPVG - MDW
2 stops31h 06mDelta
Mon 3/25:59 pmMDW - PVG
1 stop31h 21mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,207
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/298:10 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops29h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/77:18 amORD - PVG
1 stop21h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/275:30 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops27h 57mDelta
Sat 11/151:35 pmORD - PVG
1 stop35h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,263
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1912:10 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops31h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/309:18 amORD - SHA
3 stops37h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,277
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/41:40 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop31h 40mANA
Tue 11/184:25 pmORD - SHA
1 stop30h 00mANA
Deal found 6/12$1,288

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Chicago that are best for you.

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ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/13

2:00 pm-8:30 am

1 stop32h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/2

12:20 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 20m

$964

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/15

12:35 am-3:05 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

6:55 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop29h 25m

$1,054

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/23

11:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

9:50 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$1,142

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/20

10:10 am-12:50 pm

1 stop39h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/2

7:05 pm-7:40 am

1 stop23h 35m

$1,147

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 7/18

9:30 am-1:10 pm

2 stops40h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

4:20 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop35h 10m

$1,181

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - MDW

PVGMDW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/16

3:45 pm-9:51 am

2 stops31h 06m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/2

5:59 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop31h 21m

$1,207

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/29

8:10 pm-9:21 am

2 stops26h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

7:10 am-5:45 pm

2 stops21h 35m

$1,256

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/27

5:30 pm-8:27 am

2 stops27h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/15

1:35 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop35h 45m

$1,263

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/24

5:40 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop33h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/17

2:40 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,264

ShanghaiChicago

SHA - ORD

SHAORD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/4

1:40 pm-7:20 am

1 stop31h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/18

4:25 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$1,288

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to Chicago

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Shanghai to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SHA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from Shanghai to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Shanghai to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, Korean Air ($964), Lufthansa ($1,142), and SWISS ($1,147) offers the cheapest pricing from Shanghai to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to Chicago one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $597 on Air China. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Korean Air from $629 and Emirates from $646 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Shanghai to Chicago?

    Most travelers choose Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Shanghai Pu Dong - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Chicago Midway when deciding on the best route from Shanghai to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Shanghai to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Shanghai to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Shanghai to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Shanghai to Chicago

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$825Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$988Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ANACheapest$1,098Average$1,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
LufthansaCheapest$1,177Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$1,181Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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