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$478+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to China

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CHI — SHA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to China

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Round-trip from

$1,228
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$478
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,724
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/229:00 amORD - CAN
2 stops36h 25mAir China
Wed 11/128:00 amCAN - ORD
2 stops29h 10mAir China
Deal found 6/12$943
This Air China 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/121:36 pmORD - CAN
2 stops33h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/278:40 pmCAN - ORD
2 stops37h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,073
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/224:00 pmORD - CAN
1 stop40h 05mCathay Pacific
Wed 11/1210:15 amCAN - ORD
1 stop16h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$1,092
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/126:00 amORD - CAN
2 stops45h 15mChina Airlines
Mon 10/275:30 pmCAN - ORD
2 stops25h 52mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,107
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.
Sun 11/211:05 amORD - CAN
1 stop35h 00mKorean Air
Mon 11/171:15 pmCAN - ORD
1 stop33h 15mKorean Air
Deal found 6/12$1,113
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.
Sat 10/2512:30 amORD - CAN
1 stop20h 45mEVA Air
Mon 11/1011:25 amCAN - ORD
1 stop22h 10mEVA Air
Deal found 6/12$1,185
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/188:20 pmORD - PEK
2 stops34h 55mANA
Wed 10/223:10 pmPEK - ORD
2 stops26h 56mANA
Deal found 6/11$1,228
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/231:05 amORD - PEK
1 stop21h 55mJapan Airlines
Sun 10/124:20 pmPEK - ORD
2 stops42h 04mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,231
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/194:00 pmORD - PKX
1 stop20h 40mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/202:40 amPKX - ORD
1 stop24h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/11$1,231
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1212:00 pmORD - PKX
3 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/212:40 amPKX - ORD
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,232
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Thu 9/251:00 pmORD - PEK
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/185:25 pmPEK - ORD
1 stop20h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,236
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.
Sat 10/188:53 pmORD - PEK
3 stops47h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/2511:45 amPEK - ORD
2 stops24h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,238

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to China 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 Chicago to China that are best for you.

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ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/22

8:20 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops26h 40m

Beijing Capital

Sat 9/13

8:20 am-8:40 am

1 stop37h 20m

$1,234

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/18

9:32 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops28h 53m

Beijing Capital

Sat 8/23

12:00 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$1,236

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PKX

ORDPKX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/2

1:55 pm-8:50 am

1 stop29h 55m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Fri 7/11

7:15 pm-8:45 am

1 stop26h 30m

$1,244

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/22

8:08 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops31h 02m

Beijing Capital

Sat 9/13

9:10 am-8:11 pm

2 stops24h 01m

$1,249

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

1:30 am-7:45 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Beijing Capital

Sat 9/13

8:25 am-9:22 pm

2 stops25h 57m

$1,252

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PKX

ORDPKX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

7:20 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop30h 20m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Fri 9/12

1:45 am-3:05 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$1,260

ChicagoGuangzhou

ORD - CAN

ORDCAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/31

6:20 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops29h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 8/22

3:25 am-1:22 pm

3 stops46h 57m

$1,263

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PKX

ORDPKX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

1:55 pm-8:50 am

1 stop29h 55m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Fri 9/12

2:40 am-8:45 pm

2 stops31h 05m

$1,275

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/4

8:52 am-10:50 pm

2 stops48h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 8/28

4:35 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops43h 40m

$1,285

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

12:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 8/29

7:40 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop38h 30m

$1,285

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to China (average of $1,125). Flying from Chicago to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 CHI to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to China. 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.

When flying from Chicago to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in China by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 1.2 - 10.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.2 in. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in China by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to China, such as EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated 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

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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
1,490 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
738 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

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 Chicago to China. 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 to fly from Chicago to China one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air China. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $486. Users have also found prices from $571 and $603 on Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Chicago to China is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. You may also consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Beijing Capital.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to China 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 Chicago to China?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to China (average of $1,125). Flying from Chicago to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 10 airlines flying from Chicago to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to China. 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
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$894Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air ChinaCheapest$910Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$997Average$1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Korean AirCheapest$1,018Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,024Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$1,045Average$1,330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,108Average$1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$1,114Average$1,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,131Average$1,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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