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$474+ 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 7/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SHA
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to China flight deals. Data was last updated July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$946
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$474
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,941
From Illinois to China
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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 July 1, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1412:30 pmORD - CAN
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/2111:30 pmCAN - ORD
2 stops47h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$953
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/229:00 amORD - CAN
2 stops37h 20mAir China
Wed 11/126:30 amCAN - ORD
2 stops30h 40mAir China
Deal found 6/30$996
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/106:25 amSTL - PVG
2 stops39h 40mJapan Airlines
Wed 1/141:25 pmPVG - STL
2 stops24h 34mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,144
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/297:16 amSTL - PVG
1 stop18h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/56:10 pmPVG - STL
1 stop18h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,151
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/29:17 amSTL - PEK
2 stops31h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/167:20 amPEK - STL
2 stops22h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,164
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Mon 9/83:35 pmSTL - PEK
2 stops30h 20mChina Airlines
Sun 9/288:20 pmPEK - STL
2 stops58h 14mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,165
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sun 11/24:25 pmORD - PEK
1 stop29h 50mANA
Fri 11/213:15 pmPEK - ORD
1 stop30h 05mANA
Deal found 7/1$1,170
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/112:05 pmORD - PEK
1 stop21h 10mKorean Air
Sun 11/161:30 amPEK - ORD
1 stop21h 00mKorean Air
Deal found 7/1$1,171
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 8/297:09 pmORD - PKX
2 stops30h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/312:40 amPKX - ORD
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/318:00 amORD - PEK
1 stop31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/171:30 amPEK - ORD
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,174
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/106:25 amSTL - PVG
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/141:25 pmPVG - STL
2 stops24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$1,180
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/191:30 amORD - PEK
1 stop21h 30mJapan Airlines
Wed 8/278:25 amPEK - ORD
2 stops28h 47mJapan Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,188

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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 July 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoGuangzhou

ORD - CAN

ORDCAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/14

12:30 pm-6:30 am

2 stops29h 00m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 8/21

11:30 pm-9:40 am

2 stops47h 10m

$953

ChicagoGuangzhou

ORD - CAN

ORDCAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

9:00 am-11:20 am

2 stops37h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 11/12

6:30 am-11:10 pm

2 stops30h 40m

$996

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/10

6:25 am-12:05 pm

2 stops39h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/14

1:25 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops24h 34m

$1,144

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/29

7:16 am-2:50 pm

1 stop18h 34m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/5

6:10 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop18h 19m

$1,151

St. LouisBeijing

STL - PEK

STLPEK

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 9/2

9:17 am-5:50 am

2 stops31h 33m

Beijing Capital

Tue 9/16

7:20 am-4:33 pm

2 stops22h 13m

$1,164

St. LouisBeijing

STL - PEK

STLPEK

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/8

3:35 pm-10:55 am

2 stops30h 20m

Beijing Capital

Sun 9/28

8:20 pm-5:34 pm

2 stops58h 14m

$1,165

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

4:25 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Beijing Capital

Fri 11/21

3:15 pm-7:20 am

1 stop30h 05m

$1,170

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/1

12:05 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Beijing Capital

Sun 11/16

1:30 am-8:30 am

1 stop21h 00m

$1,171

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PKX

ORDPKX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/29

7:09 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops30h 06m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 8/31

2:40 am-8:45 pm

2 stops31h 05m

$1,171

ChicagoBeijing

ORD - PEK

ORDPEK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

1:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Beijing Capital

Wed 8/27

8:25 am-12:12 am

2 stops28h 47m

$1,188

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to China

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Cheapflights Insights

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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to China (average of $1,123). Flying from Illinois to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,609). 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 July 1, 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.

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 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, ANA, and Korean Air from Illinois to China to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,214 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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
1,214 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,214 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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
892 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,214 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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
1,101 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,214 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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
1,505 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,214 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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
745 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,214 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

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 Illinois to China one-way?

    $490 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 Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from $551 and $602, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to China (average of $1,123). Flying from Illinois to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,609). 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$894Average$1,243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air ChinaCheapest$910Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$997Average$1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Korean AirCheapest$1,018Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,024Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$1,045Average$1,323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,108Average$1,277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$1,114Average$1,435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,131Average$1,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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