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$410+ Cheap flights from Illinois to China

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 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SHA
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Wed 1/21
Wed 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/302:35 pmORD - PEK
1 stop34h 55mCathay Pacific
Thu 4/27:25 amPEK - ORD
1 stop20h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/21$1,083
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Wed 12/312:35 pmORD - CAN
1 stop21h 45mCathay Pacific
Thu 1/295:00 amCAN - ORD
1 stop21h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/20$1,110
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Sun 12/282:35 pmORD - PVG
1 stop31h 00mCathay Pacific
Sun 1/252:45 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop36h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/18$1,126
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Sun 12/282:35 pmORD - SHA
1 stop31h 45mCathay Pacific
Sun 1/2510:30 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop28h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/18$1,126
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Wed 12/312:35 pmORD - CAN
1 stop28h 20mCathay Pacific
Fri 1/2310:15 pmCAN - ORD
1 stop28h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/20$1,159
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/242:35 pmORD - PVG
1 stop41h 25mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/297:10 amPVG - ORD
1 stop19h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/20$1,196
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Wed 12/316:21 pmORD - PEK
2 stops46h 14mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/212:00 pmPEK - ORD
2 stops32h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,223
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Sat 12/279:08 amSTL - PVG
2 stops37h 22mCathay Pacific
Fri 4/37:20 amPVG - STL
2 stops29h 19mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/21$1,228
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/308:58 pmORD - PEK
2 stops54h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/212:00 pmPEK - ORD
1 stop25h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,240
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:30 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/18:35 amPVG - STL
2 stops28h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,242
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Wed 12/312:35 pmORD - PKX
1 stop21h 00mCathay Pacific
Thu 4/21:10 pmPKX - ORD
1 stop38h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/21$1,283
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/279:08 amSTL - PVG
2 stops36h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/18:35 amPVG - STL
2 stops28h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,292

Find flight deals from Illinois to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to China flight deals. Data was last updated December 22, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$968
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One-way from

$410
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Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 December 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to China that are best for you.

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St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/2

7:04 am-11:55 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/9

8:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops29h 29m

$978

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/14

7:04 am-11:55 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/19

7:10 am-10:54 pm

2 stops29h 44m

$978

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/2

7:15 am-4:25 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/9

6:25 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop18h 34m

$1,002

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/4

9:28 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops28h 57m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/24

6:25 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop18h 34m

$1,007

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/2

7:04 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 16m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/9

1:35 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops24h 24m

$1,007

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/16

6:33 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops31h 52m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/1

6:25 pm-8:32 am

2 stops28h 07m

$1,007

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/3

11:05 am-8:55 pm

2 stops43h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/10

4:35 pm-6:14 pm

2 stops39h 39m

$1,007

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/17

9:25 am-4:25 pm

1 stop41h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/24

6:25 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop18h 34m

$1,008

ChicagoGuangzhou

ORD - CAN

ORDCAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

11:50 am-4:35 pm

1 stop38h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 2/11

11:15 pm-10:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

$1,020

ChicagoGuangzhou

ORD - CAN

ORDCAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

12:50 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop38h 45m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 3/23

11:15 pm-11:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

$1,022

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to China

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to China (average of $775). Flying from Illinois to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,184). 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 IL to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 December 22, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Illinois to China in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 56% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to China. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to China flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to China. 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 Illinois to China?

    There are many flights that can get you from Illinois to China in 19h 10m. Fly via Cathay Pacific, American Airlines, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Illinois to China is about 7178 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to China one-way?

    $474 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air China. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Korean Air and American Airlines, with prices starting from $538 and $538, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to China (average of $775). Flying from Illinois to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,184). 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 Illinois to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 December 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$787Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air ChinaCheapest$894Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Cathay PacificCheapest$901Average$1,325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$975Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Korean AirCheapest$1,016Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
EVA AirCheapest$1,080Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,110Average$1,430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,131Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,137Average$1,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,137Average$1,519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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