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$434+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to China

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CHI — SHA
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to China flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$981
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$469
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,941
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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 July 31, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 11/57:10 amORD - CAN
2 stops27h 15mAir China
Wed 12/36:30 amCAN - ORD
2 stops30h 40mAir China
Deal found 7/30$935
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Tue 8/267:09 pmORD - CKG
2 stops39h 56mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/28:35 amCKG - ORD
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$935
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/287:05 amORD - CAN
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/47:30 amCAN - ORD
2 stops23h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$981
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:10 amORD - CKG
2 stops25h 55mAir China
Wed 11/268:00 amCKG - ORD
2 stops29h 10mAir China
Deal found 7/29$983
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/117:06 pmORD - HGH
2 stops26h 19mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/181:40 pmHGH - ORD
2 stops35h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$997
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/24:40 pmORD - HGH
2 stops29h 05mAir China
Wed 10/297:00 amHGH - ORD
2 stops29h 10mAir China
Deal found 7/29$1,050
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Fri 8/294:00 pmORD - PEK
1 stop31h 25mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/217:40 pmPEK - ORD
1 stop31h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/31$1,071
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Tue 9/237:50 pmORD - PEK
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Fri 10/2412:10 amPEK - ORD
1 stop22h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,073
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Tue 8/267:09 pmORD - XIY
2 stops28h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/21:40 pmXIY - ORD
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,074
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Sun 9/1412:10 pmORD - PEK
1 stop20h 20mKorean Air
Sun 9/216:30 pmPEK - ORD
1 stop28h 00mKorean Air
Deal found 7/31$1,079
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Sat 9/207:00 amORD - XIY
2 stops37h 45mAir China
Tue 10/78:30 pmXIY - ORD
2 stops39h 42mAir China
Deal found 7/30$1,087
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Tue 8/197:05 amORD - PEK
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/251:30 amPEK - ORD
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,089

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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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to China that are best for you.

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ChicagoGuangzhou

ORD - CAN

ORDCAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

7:10 am-12:25 am

2 stops27h 15m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 12/3

6:30 am-11:10 pm

2 stops30h 40m

$935

ChicagoChongqing

ORD - CKG

ORDCKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/26

7:09 pm-12:05 am

2 stops39h 56m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Tue 9/2

8:35 am-5:40 am

2 stops34h 05m

$935

ChicagoGuangzhou

ORD - CAN

ORDCAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/28

7:05 am-12:50 am

2 stops28h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 9/4

7:30 am-6:11 pm

2 stops23h 41m

$981

ChicagoChongqing

ORD - CKG

ORDCKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/12

7:10 am-11:05 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Wed 11/26

8:00 am-11:10 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$983

ChicagoHangzhou

ORD - HGH

ORDHGH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

7:06 pm-10:25 am

2 stops26h 19m

Hangzhou

Thu 9/18

1:40 pm-11:59 am

2 stops35h 19m

$997

ChicagoHangzhou

ORD - HGH

ORDHGH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/2

4:40 pm-10:45 am

2 stops29h 05m

Hangzhou

Wed 10/29

7:00 am-11:10 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$1,050

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/29

4:00 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop31h 25m

Beijing Capital

Sun 9/21

7:40 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop31h 45m

$1,071

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/23

7:50 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop30h 45m

Beijing Capital

Fri 10/24

12:10 am-9:40 am

1 stop22h 30m

$1,073

ChicagoXi'an

ORD - XIY

ORDXIY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/26

7:09 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops28h 26m

Xi'an Xianyang

Tue 9/2

1:40 pm-5:40 am

2 stops29h 00m

$1,074

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

12:10 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Beijing Capital

Sun 9/21

6:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop28h 00m

$1,079

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to China

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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 $1,120). Flying from Chicago to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 July 31, 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.

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 July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air, and ANA from Chicago to China have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

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
1,220 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

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
1,121 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

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
8.4
Very good
922 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

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
1,536 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

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
754 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

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

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  • 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 $484. Users have also found prices from $607 and $617 on Etihad Airways and ANA, 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 $1,120). Flying from Chicago to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$894Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air ChinaCheapest$909Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$997Average$1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Korean AirCheapest$1,018Average$1,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,024Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$1,045Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,091Average$1,304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$1,114Average$1,435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,131Average$1,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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