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$520+ 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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — CHI
Aug 18 — Aug 251
Tue 8/18
Tue 8/25
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 19, 2026.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1111:40 am
PVG
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ORD
2 stops25h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/188:00 am
ORD
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PVG
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15$1,043
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3111:40 am
PVG
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ORD
2 stops25h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/148:00 am
ORD
-
PVG
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15$1,051
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/231:10 pm
PVG
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ORD
2 stops23h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/116:00 am
ORD
-
PVG
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/17$1,063
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/271:10 pm
PVG
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ORD
2 stops23h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/316:00 am
ORD
-
PVG
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/16$1,074
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/227:25 pm
PVG
-
ORD
1 stop33h 15m
Etihad Airways
Mon 10/269:20 pm
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/15$1,075
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/281:10 pm
PVG
-
ORD
2 stops23h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/246:00 am
ORD
-
PVG
2 stops26h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15$1,095
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/294:50 pm
SHA
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ORD
2 stops26h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/59:20 am
ORD
-
SHA
3 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/15$1,095
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/247:25 pm
PVG
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ORD
1 stop26h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 10/289:20 pm
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop22h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/14$1,098
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/317:55 am
PVG
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ORD
1 stop38h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/1411:25 am
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/15$1,129
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/287:55 am
PVG
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ORD
1 stop47h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 8/3011:25 am
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/17$1,160
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Mon 8/316:25 pm
PVG
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MDW
2 stops27h 52m
Delta
Mon 9/147:01 pm
MDW
-
PVG
1 stop31h 24m
Delta
Deal found 7/15$1,166
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Thu 10/2212:10 pm
PVG
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ORD
2 stops22h 42m
United Airlines
Mon 10/268:45 am
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop21h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/14$1,166

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 July 19, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,043
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$520
(KAYAK)
From Shanghai to Chicago (CHI)
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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 July 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Chicago that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/11

11:40 am-11:59 pm

2 stops25h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/18

8:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$1,043

ShanghaiChicago

SHA - ORD

SHAORD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 8/29

4:50 pm-5:59 am

2 stops26h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

9:20 am-1:20 pm

3 stops39h 00m

$1,095

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/24

7:25 pm-8:55 am

1 stop26h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/28

9:20 pm-9:15 am

1 stop22h 55m

$1,098

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/22

12:10 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops22h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/26

7:15 am-6:45 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$1,166

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/24

8:10 pm-7:50 am

2 stops24h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/28

9:47 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops32h 08m

$1,178

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/11

8:10 pm-5:42 am

1 stop22h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/7

9:30 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops31h 25m

$1,197

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/12

8:10 pm-5:42 am

1 stop22h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/7

9:30 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops31h 25m

$1,197

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - MDW

PVGMDW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/11

9:55 am-4:57 pm

1 stop20h 02m

Chicago Midway

Fri 9/18

5:11 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops33h 14m

$1,203
Quickest round-trip

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/11

12:10 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/18

8:50 am-5:45 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$1,203

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/28

12:10 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops20h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/30

9:39 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops30h 46m

$1,239

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Chicago (average of $1,112). Flying from Shanghai to Chicago in May is currently the most expensive (average of $3,210). 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.

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 20h 02m. Fly via Etihad Airways, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from Shanghai to Chicago is about 7053 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 to fly from Shanghai to Chicago one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $596 on ANA. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $598 and Cathay Pacific from $717 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Chicago (average of $1,112). Flying from Shanghai to Chicago in May is currently the most expensive (average of $3,210). 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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