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$422+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Illinois

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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — ORD
nov. 29 — dic. 61
sáb. 11/29
sáb. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
mié. 12/310:10 amPVG - ORD
1 stop37h 55mTurkish Airlines
lun. 1/511:50 amORD - PVG
1 stop30h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/30$890
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dom. 11/232:35 amPVG - ORD
1 stop18h 45mANA
mié. 12/34:25 pmORD - PVG
1 stop39h 00mANA
Deal found 10/29$976
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mié. 11/191:35 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop38h 15mANA
mié. 11/264:25 pmORD - PVG
1 stop18h 50mANA
Deal found 10/29$987
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mar. 11/47:00 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops38h 40mAir China
jue. 11/271:00 pmORD - PVG
2 stops30h 45mAir China
Deal found 10/29$1,042
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mar. 11/47:30 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops38h 10mAir China
jue. 11/272:30 pmORD - SHA
2 stops31h 25mAir China
Deal found 10/29$1,042
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/218:30 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops46h 15mAir China
jue. 1/13:47 pmORD - SHA
2 stops28h 08mAir China
Deal found 10/28$1,066
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vie. 11/281:10 pmPVG - ORD
3 stops30h 22mMultiple Airlines
vie. 12/59:06 pmORD - PVG
2 stops33h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,099
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mié. 11/195:35 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops29h 38mAir Canada
mié. 11/262:00 pmORD - PVG
2 stops36h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 10/29$1,111
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lun. 11/2411:35 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop28h 55mQatar Airways
mié. 12/38:00 amORD - PVG
2 stops40h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/29$1,117
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mar. 11/41:35 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop37h 20mCathay Pacific
jue. 11/272:35 pmORD - SHA
1 stop31h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/29$1,140
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mié. 11/191:40 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops29h 36mANA
mié. 11/264:25 pmORD - SHA
1 stop30h 00mANA
Deal found 10/29$1,171
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
dom. 11/3010:30 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop28h 25mCathay Pacific
vie. 1/302:35 pmORD - SHA
1 stop40h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/27$1,194

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Shanghai to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated octubre 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$889
(oojo)

One-way from

$422
(Trip.com)
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Illinois that are best for you.

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Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 11/23

2:35 am-7:20 am

1 stop18h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 12/3

4:25 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop39h 00m

$976

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 11/18

2:35 am-3:10 pm

1 stop26h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/26

4:25 pm-1:15 am

1 stop18h 50m

$1,029

ShanghaiChicago

SHA - ORD

SHAORD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 12/21

8:30 pm-4:45 am

2 stops46h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 1/1

3:47 pm-9:55 am

2 stops28h 08m

$1,066

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 11/19

5:35 pm-9:13 am

2 stops29h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/26

2:00 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,111

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 11/24

11:35 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop28h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 12/3

8:00 am-2:40 pm

2 stops40h 40m

$1,117

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 11/4

5:30 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 11/27

2:35 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$1,140

ShanghaiChicago

SHA - ORD

SHAORD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 11/19

1:35 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop37h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/26

2:35 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop34h 45m

$1,140

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 11/13

5:35 pm-9:13 am

2 stops29h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 5/2

3:40 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$1,144

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 12/3

5:35 pm-9:13 am

2 stops29h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 1/5

3:40 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop34h 20m

$1,150

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 11/24

5:35 pm-9:13 am

2 stops29h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 12/3

3:55 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$1,150

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Illinois (average of $837). Flying from Shanghai to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,465). 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 SHA to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octubre 30, 2025.

When flying from Shanghai to Illinois, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 80% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated octubre 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown ANA, Delta, and Cathay Pacific from Shanghai to Illinois. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
998 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.8

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
ANA
8.4
Very good
998 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
998 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.8

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,999 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
998 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.8

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,044 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
998 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.8

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,034 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
998 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.8

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,542 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
998 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.8

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Shanghai to Illinois can take about 18h 45m. ANA provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $976. Shanghai and Illinois are separated by a distance of 7038 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Shanghai to Illinois?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Illinois (average of $837). Flying from Shanghai to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,465). 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 5 airlines flying from Shanghai to Illinois

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to Illinois. 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 octubre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$825Average$1,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$988Average$999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ANACheapest$1,007Average$1,530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$1,144Average$1,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$1,177Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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