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$524+ 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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — PVG
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,119
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$524
(StudentUniverse)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,263
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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 April 29, 2025.

This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/54:00 pmORD - CAN
1 stop27h 55mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/1310:10 amCAN - ORD
1 stop17h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/28$1,091
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/512:20 pmORD - PEK
1 stop20h 10mKorean Air
Tue 5/201:30 amPEK - ORD
1 stop21h 10mKorean Air
Deal found 4/28$1,106
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 10/267:45 amORD - CAN
2 stops43h 30mChina Airlines
Mon 11/105:30 pmCAN - ORD
2 stops25h 34mChina Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,108
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Mon 4/287:00 amORD - PEK
2 stops48h 15mANA
Mon 5/123:10 pmPEK - ORD
2 stops26h 54mANA
Deal found 4/27$1,109
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 9/114:00 pmORD - PEK
1 stop29h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/284:40 pmPEK - ORD
1 stop34h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/28$1,119
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Sun 9/217:50 pmORD - PEK
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/712:10 amPEK - ORD
1 stop22h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,120
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Fri 10/34:00 pmORD - PKX
1 stop20h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 10/142:40 amPKX - ORD
1 stop24h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/26$1,132
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2612:05 pmORD - CAN
1 stop35h 00mKorean Air
Mon 11/101:15 pmCAN - ORD
1 stop33h 15mKorean Air
Deal found 4/28$1,141
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 9/3012:30 amORD - PEK
1 stop23h 05mEVA Air
Sun 10/127:50 pmPEK - ORD
1 stop37h 55mEVA Air
Deal found 4/28$1,144
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 9/2912:30 amORD - PVG
1 stop22h 35mEVA Air
Sun 10/198:05 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop37h 40mEVA Air
Deal found 4/28$1,144
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/51:55 pmORD - PKX
1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways
Wed 5/217:15 pmPKX - ORD
1 stop26h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,153
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Fri 9/264:00 pmORD - SHA
1 stop31h 05mCathay Pacific
Sun 10/51:20 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop38h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/28$1,163

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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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to China that are best for you.

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Illinois

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China

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoGuangzhou

ORD - CAN

ORDCAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/5

4:00 pm-8:55 am

1 stop27h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 10/13

10:10 am-2:25 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$1,091

ChicagoGuangzhou

ORD - CAN

ORDCAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/26

7:45 am-4:15 pm

2 stops43h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 11/10

5:30 pm-5:04 am

2 stops25h 34m

$1,108

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

4:00 pm-10:50 am

1 stop29h 50m

Beijing Capital

Sun 9/28

4:40 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop34h 45m

$1,119

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/21

7:50 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop30h 45m

Beijing Capital

Tue 10/7

12:10 am-9:40 am

1 stop22h 30m

$1,120

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/28

5:45 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop37h 30m

Beijing Capital

Mon 10/13

8:20 am-8:40 am

1 stop37h 20m

$1,124

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PKX

ORDPKX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/3

4:00 pm-1:40 am

1 stop20h 40m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 10/14

2:40 am-2:25 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$1,132

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/1

12:10 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Beijing Capital

Thu 10/16

1:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

$1,141

ChicagoGuangzhou

ORD - CAN

ORDCAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/26

12:05 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop35h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 11/10

1:15 pm-8:30 am

1 stop33h 15m

$1,141

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/30

12:30 am-12:35 pm

1 stop23h 05m

Beijing Capital

Sun 10/12

7:50 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop37h 55m

$1,144

ChicagoGuangzhou

ORD - CAN

ORDCAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/4

12:30 am-11:55 am

1 stop22h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 10/13

1:10 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop20h 35m

$1,166

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to China (average of $1,167). Flying from Illinois to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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 April 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to China as you normally would.

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 April 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Illinois to China by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,064 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,459 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
729 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
ANA
8.3
Very good
855 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

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.

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

    $524 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on ANA and Air China, with prices starting from $574 and $575, 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to China (average of $1,167). Flying from Illinois to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$869Average$1,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air ChinaCheapest$909Average$1,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$973Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$997Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Korean AirCheapest$1,018Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$1,045Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,104Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$1,114Average$1,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,131Average$1,333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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