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$432+ 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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — CHI
Mar 6 — Mar 131
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Chicago

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 February 4, 2026.

This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/2310:10 am
PVG
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ORD
1 stop37h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 5/1111:25 am
ORD
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PVG
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/3$931
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 3/2510:10 am
PVG
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ORD
1 stop37h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 5/1311:25 am
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/3$940
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/2310:10 am
PVG
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ORD
1 stop46h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/611:25 am
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/3$948
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/2310:10 am
PVG
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ORD
1 stop37h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 5/1311:25 am
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/3$968
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/182:00 pm
PVG
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ORD
1 stop31h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 3/252:10 pm
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/1$973
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/232:00 pm
PVG
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ORD
1 stop31h 35m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/62:00 pm
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop34h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/3$978
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/232:00 pm
PVG
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ORD
1 stop31h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 4/302:00 pm
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop34h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/31$988
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/192:00 pm
PVG
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ORD
1 stop31h 35m
Etihad Airways
Thu 3/262:10 pm
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop33h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/2$992
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/123:00 pm
PVG
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ORD
1 stop30h 35m
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/162:00 pm
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop34h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/4$995
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/223:55 pm
PVG
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ORD
2 stops30h 15m
Air Canada
Mon 4/276:40 pm
ORD
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PVG
2 stops30h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/31$996
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 5/128:05 pm
PVG
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ORD
2 stops23h 35m
EVA Air
Wed 9/168:42 pm
ORD
-
PVG
2 stops26h 23m
EVA Air
Deal found 2/1$1,009
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/165:35 pm
PVG
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ORD
1 stop34h 06m
Air Canada
Thu 4/306:40 pm
ORD
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PVG
2 stops30h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/31$1,010

Find flight deals from Shanghai to Chicago

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 February 4, 2026.

Round-trip from

$931
(Turkish Airlines)

One-way from

$432
(American Airlines)
From Shanghai to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Shanghai to Chicago (CHI)

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ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/29

3:55 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

8:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$968

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/19

2:00 pm-8:35 am

1 stop31h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/26

2:10 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$992

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/12

3:00 pm-8:35 am

1 stop30h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/16

2:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$995

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/22

3:00 pm-8:35 am

1 stop30h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/27

2:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$995

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/12

1:10 pm-6:40 am

2 stops30h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/16

8:42 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops32h 43m

$1,009

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/16

5:35 pm-2:41 pm

1 stop34h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/30

6:40 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$1,010

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/22

8:35 am-5:10 pm

3 stops45h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/27

6:00 am-11:55 pm

2 stops28h 55m

$1,021

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/16

2:00 pm-8:35 am

1 stop31h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/30

2:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$1,029

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/18

5:35 pm-2:41 pm

1 stop34h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

8:40 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops30h 20m

$1,040

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/6

2:00 pm-7:35 am

1 stop31h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

2:10 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$1,041

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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 February 4, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Shanghai to Chicago, such as Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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.
  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to Chicago?

    There are many flights that can get you from Shanghai to Chicago in 31h 35m. Fly via Air Canada, Etihad Airways, or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. The distance from Shanghai to Chicago is about 7038 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, ANA ($1,007), and Lufthansa ($1,177) 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 $510 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $616 and ANA from $662 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Shanghai to Chicago

Discover the top 2 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 February 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ANACheapest$1,007Average$1,413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
LufthansaCheapest$1,177Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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