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$436+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Shanghai, 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 10/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SHA
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated septiembre 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,009
(Air China)

One-way from

$436
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,230
From Chicago (CHI) to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 16, 2025.

This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/243:40 pmORD - PVG
2 stops28h 35mAir China
mar. 12/27:10 amPVG - ORD
2 stops30h 33mAir China
Deal found 9/14$1,009
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/268:48 amORD - SHA
2 stops25h 07mAir China
lun. 11/107:25 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops42h 18mAir China
Deal found 9/14$1,009
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jue. 10/301:26 pmORD - SHA
3 stops34h 14mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/612:10 pmSHA - ORD
3 stops35h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,017
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/72:39 pmORD - PVG
2 stops42h 41mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/174:30 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops26h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,019
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/72:39 pmORD - SHA
2 stops30h 16mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/175:30 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops25h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,019
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/197:10 amORD - PVG
2 stops26h 10mAir China
lun. 12/14:30 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops33h 40mAir China
Deal found 9/14$1,021
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
jue. 10/306:30 amORD - PVG
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/61:10 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops46h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,026
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mié. 10/223:45 pmORD - PVG
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/114:30 pmPVG - ORD
3 stops31h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,027
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mar. 9/307:09 pmORD - SHA
3 stops29h 56mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/18:05 pmSHA - ORD
3 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,027
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mar. 9/3011:15 amORD - PVG
3 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/38:30 pmPVG - ORD
3 stops34h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,028
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jue. 11/208:48 amORD - SHA
2 stops37h 07mAir China
jue. 11/275:30 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops25h 46mAir China
Deal found 9/15$1,028
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mar. 9/3011:15 amORD - PVG
3 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/16:00 pmPVG - ORD
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,031

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Shanghai 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Shanghai

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Depart

Return

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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 9/30

8:50 am-12:40 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 12/2

10:30 pm-7:44 pm

2 stops35h 14m

$1,070

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 9/30

7:09 pm-11:00 am

2 stops26h 51m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 12/1

8:05 pm-3:10 pm

3 stops33h 05m

$1,115

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 11/24

2:40 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 12/2

5:30 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$1,168

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 10/20

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 11/16

10:30 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$1,168

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 11/22

11:15 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 11/28

2:00 pm-8:30 am

1 stop32h 30m

$1,171

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/21

12:10 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop35h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 11/13

8:50 am-8:30 am

1 stop37h 40m

$1,171

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 10/26

12:15 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 11/11

11:20 am-8:30 am

1 stop35h 10m

$1,171

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 11/27

11:15 am-12:35 pm

1 stop35h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 12/6

11:20 am-8:30 am

1 stop35h 10m

$1,171

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 11/23

11:15 am-8:25 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 11/29

2:00 pm-8:30 am

1 stop32h 30m

$1,171

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 11/22

11:15 am-12:35 pm

1 stop35h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 12/6

11:20 am-8:30 am

1 stop35h 10m

$1,171

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Shanghai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 43 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Shanghai (average of $1,076). Flying from Chicago to Shanghai 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 SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septiembre 16, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Shanghai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Shanghai?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Friday at noon 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Shanghai?

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated septiembre 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air, and Japan Airlines from Chicago to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,140 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,559 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,236 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $1,168, Air China can have you in Shanghai from Chicago in 31h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7038 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Shanghai round-trip from $876. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Korean Air, from $1,018, and Cathay Pacific, from $1,019. These flights start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Chicago to Shanghai consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong or Chicago Midway - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl as they are the most popular.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Shanghai?

    Of the flights from Chicago to Shanghai that have layovers, most of them stop in Taipei City.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Taipei City?

    Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market are currently the most popular points of interest in Taipei City at the moment. Those on a layover in Taipei City interested in visiting Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, or Raohe Street Night Market can do so by traveling 21.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 21.6 mi, respectively from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Those on a layover in Taipei City in need of a rental car can book one at Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl for about $71.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Shanghai flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from Chicago to Shanghai is Tokyo.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Shanghai (average of $1,076). Flying from Chicago to Shanghai 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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Alternative routes for Chicago to Shanghai

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Top 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Shanghai. 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$876Average$1,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Korean AirCheapest$1,018Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,019Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,024Average$1,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,038Average$1,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
ANACheapest$1,045Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,112Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$1,114Average$1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,153Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,207Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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