$603+ 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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SHA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to ShanghaiExplore 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 May 18, 2026.
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 May 18, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Mon 9/78:50 am
ORD
- PVG
2 stops26h 55m
ANA
Mon 10/128:25 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop37h 15m
ANA
Deal found 5/13![ANA logo]()
$1,202
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 10/184:15 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop30h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 10/234:50 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop34h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,203
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 7/94:00 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 7/209:35 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop41h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,205
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Mon 7/134:00 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 7/171:20 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop38h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,228
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Thu 10/17:20 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/1512:35 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/16![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,248
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/78:40 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops28h 25m
Air Canada
Mon 10/123:55 pm
PVG
- ORD
1 stop35h 53m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/13![Air Canada logo]()
$1,250
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/57:45 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops29h 20m
Air Canada
Thu 9/173:55 pm
PVG
- ORD
1 stop35h 53m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/14![Air Canada logo]()
$1,251
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 9/305:45 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop18h 00m
ANA
Thu 10/151:50 am
PVG
- ORD
2 stops27h 47m
ANA
Deal found 5/13![ANA logo]()
$1,253
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Sun 7/124:00 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 7/181:20 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop38h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/17![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,253
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/185:00 am
ORD
- PVG
2 stops21h 00m
Air Canada
Sun 11/295:35 pm
PVG
- ORD
1 stop35h 06m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/15![Air Canada logo]()
$1,254
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/144:00 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 7/239:35 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop41h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,255
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Fri 10/27:20 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/1312:35 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/16![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,257
Best flights from Chicago to ShanghaiDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 18, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 18, 2026.
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 5/264:15 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop30h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 6/101:20 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop37h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/16![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,378
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/252:47 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops28h 08m
British Airways
Wed 6/2411:00 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop38h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 5/15![British Airways logo]()
$1,724
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/16:06 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops26h 19m
KLM
Tue 6/1611:15 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop40h 15m
KLM
Deal found 5/16![KLM logo]()
$1,746
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/15:41 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops26h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/169:30 pm
PVG
- ORD
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,754
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/219:30 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop31h 55m
Finnair
Sun 7/58:50 pm
PVG
- ORD
2 stops35h 54m
Finnair
Deal found 5/13![Finnair logo]()
$1,798
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/284:45 pm
ORD
- SHA
2 stops29h 10m
Air China
Sat 6/137:55 am
SHA
- ORD
2 stops28h 04m
Air China
Deal found 5/16![Air China logo]()
$2,051
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/149:19 am
MDW
- PVG
1 stop17h 06m
Delta
Thu 7/239:55 am
PVG
- MDW
1 stop21h 30m
Delta
Deal found 5/14![Delta logo]()
$2,131
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Thu 6/119:40 am
ORD
- SHA
2 stops60h 40m
Japan Airlines
Mon 6/1512:45 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop35h 15m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Japan Airlines logo]()
$2,179
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:20 pm
ORD
- SHA
2 stops26h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Tue 6/1610:55 am
SHA
- ORD
2 stops27h 04m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$2,791
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/57:05 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop23h 50m
British Airways
Wed 8/1211:00 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop41h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 5/15![British Airways logo]()
$1,734
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:06 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops26h 19m
KLM
Sat 6/1311:15 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop40h 00m
KLM
Deal found 5/13![KLM logo]()
$1,746
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/19:30 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop31h 55m
Finnair
Fri 7/108:50 pm
PVG
- ORD
2 stops35h 54m
Finnair
Deal found 5/16![Finnair logo]()
$1,801
This EVA Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 EVA Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/48:50 pm
MDW
- PVG
2 stops26h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/138:05 pm
PVG
- MDW
2 stops22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,805
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 7/14:00 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 7/104:50 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop34h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/16![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,920
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/275:00 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop25h 55m
British Airways
Wed 6/1711:00 am
PVG
- ORD
2 stops61h 29m
British Airways
Deal found 5/14![British Airways logo]()
$1,767
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/15:41 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops26h 44m
KLM
Wed 8/511:15 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop40h 00m
KLM
Deal found 5/14![KLM logo]()
$1,821
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Condor is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/109:00 am
MDW
- PVG
2 stops37h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/2312:15 am
PVG
- MDW
2 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,911
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/79:19 am
MDW
- PVG
1 stop17h 06m
Delta
Wed 8/125:30 pm
PVG
- MDW
2 stops28h 10m
Delta
Deal found 5/15![Delta logo]()
$2,136
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/224:33 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops26h 22m
British Airways
Wed 7/111:00 am
PVG
- ORD
2 stops65h 53m
British Airways
Deal found 5/13![British Airways logo]()
$1,820
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 6/194:00 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 6/264:50 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop34h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/17![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$2,021
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Thu 6/119:40 am
ORD
- SHA
2 stops60h 40m
Japan Airlines
Sun 6/2112:45 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop35h 15m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Japan Airlines logo]()
$2,417
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2812:47 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops30h 08m
British Airways
Fri 6/1211:00 am
PVG
- ORD
2 stops45h 59m
British Airways
Deal found 5/14![British Airways logo]()
$1,820
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/39:17 am
MDW
- PVG
1 stop17h 08m
Delta
Sun 8/29:55 am
PVG
- MDW
1 stop21h 30m
Delta
Deal found 5/14![Delta logo]()
$2,221
This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 China Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/143:50 pm
MDW
- PVG
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/2312:05 pm
PVG
- MDW
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,076
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/167:05 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop23h 50m
British Airways
Tue 8/1111:00 am
PVG
- ORD
2 stops42h 04m
British Airways
Deal found 5/17![British Airways logo]()
$1,834
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 6/169:40 am
ORD
- SHA
2 stops60h 40m
Japan Airlines
Mon 6/2212:45 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop35h 15m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Japan Airlines logo]()
$2,458
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/266:20 pm
ORD
- SHA
2 stops26h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Tue 6/1610:55 am
SHA
- ORD
2 stops27h 04m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$2,791
This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 China Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/65:15 pm
MDW
- PVG
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/1212:05 pm
PVG
- MDW
2 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,124
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:20 pm
ORD
- SHA
2 stops26h 25m
Asiana Airlines
Wed 6/1010:55 am
SHA
- ORD
2 stops45h 10m
Asiana Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$2,791
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Sat 6/131:26 pm
MDW
- SHA
3 stops34h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/202:50 pm
SHA
- MDW
3 stops31h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,135
Last-minute flights from Chicago to ShanghaiDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Shanghai. Data last updated May 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Shanghai. Data last updated May 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Mon 5/254:15 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 7/81:20 pm
PVG
- ORD
1 stop38h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,278
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/254:15 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 7/77:20 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop20h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,306
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Tue 5/264:15 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop29h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 6/1012:20 pm
PVG
- ORD
1 stop38h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,303
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Tue 5/264:15 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop30h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 6/94:50 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop34h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/16![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/274:15 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop35h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 6/161:20 pm
PVG
- ORD
1 stop38h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Tue 6/164:00 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop30h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 7/67:05 pm
PVG
- ORD
1 stop32h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Tue 6/164:00 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 7/610:30 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop28h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,324
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/184:00 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 7/510:30 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop28h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,306
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/184:00 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 6/231:20 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop38h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/16![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sun 6/214:00 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop30h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 7/77:20 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop20h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sun 6/214:00 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop34h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 7/510:30 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop28h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Mon 6/224:00 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 7/11:20 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop38h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/13![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,314
One-way flights from Chicago to ShanghaiSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 18, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 18, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Mon 8/107:15 am
ORD
- PVG
3 stops42h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$603
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/99:13 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops52h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$630
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/89:13 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops52h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$631
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1011:25 am
ORD
- PVG
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$636
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Mon 7/204:00 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop32h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/16![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$667
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Mon 7/204:00 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/16![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$667
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/134:00 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop30h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/17![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$670
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 7/144:00 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/17![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$672
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/68:10 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop31h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$673
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Sat 7/119:13 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops48h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$674
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Sat 7/119:13 pm
ORD
- SHA
2 stops49h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$674
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/284:00 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop31h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$676
Find 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 May 18, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,202 (KAYAK) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $603 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $1,607 |
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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 May 18, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - SHA
ORDSHA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 5/26
4:15 pm-12:05 pm
1 stop30h 50m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 6/10
1:20 pm-1:55 pm
1 stop37h 35m
$1,378
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 5/25
2:47 pm-7:55 am
2 stops28h 08m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 6/24
11:00 am-12:25 pm
1 stop38h 25m
$1,724
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 7/5
7:05 pm-7:55 am
1 stop23h 50m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 8/12
11:00 am-3:55 pm
1 stop41h 55m
$1,734
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 6/1
6:06 pm-9:25 am
2 stops26h 19m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 6/16
11:15 am-2:30 pm
1 stop40h 15m
$1,746
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 5/28
6:06 pm-9:25 am
2 stops26h 19m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sat 6/13
11:15 am-2:15 pm
1 stop40h 00m
$1,746
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 6/1
5:41 pm-9:25 am
2 stops26h 44m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 6/16
9:30 pm-4:10 pm
2 stops31h 40m
$1,754
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 5/27
5:00 pm-7:55 am
1 stop25h 55m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 6/17
11:00 am-11:29 am
2 stops61h 29m
$1,767
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 6/21
9:30 pm-6:25 pm
1 stop31h 55m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 7/5
8:50 pm-7:44 pm
2 stops35h 54m
$1,798
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 7/1
9:30 pm-6:25 pm
1 stop31h 55m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Fri 7/10
8:50 pm-7:44 pm
2 stops35h 54m
$1,801
ChicagoShanghai
MDW - PVG
MDWPVG
Chicago Midway
Tue 8/4
8:50 pm-12:05 pm
2 stops26h 15m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 8/13
8:05 pm-5:50 am
2 stops22h 45m
$1,805
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ORD-PVG
MDW-PVG
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Shanghai?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 12 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Shanghai (average of $474). Flying from Chicago to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,077). 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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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 May 18, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air,ANA, andDelta 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.
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.5
Food
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDaisy,May 2026
SFO - TPE
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.5
Food
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDaisy,May 2026
SFO - TPE
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.5
Food
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDaisy,May 2026
SFO - TPE
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.5
Food
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDaisy,May 2026
SFO - TPE
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.5
Food
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDaisy,May 2026
SFO - TPE
Crew
8.7
Boarding
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.5
Food
8.1
Entertainment
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDaisy,May 2026
SFO - TPE
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Top 9 airlines flying from Chicago to Shanghai
Discover the top 9 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 May 18, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$932 | Average$1,284 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% | |
| Cheapest$960 | Average$1,216 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,004 | Average$1,419 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$1,053 | Average$1,361 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,055 | Average$1,174 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$1,065 | Average$1,353 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$1,095 | Average$1,409 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,110 | Average$1,344 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$1,263 | Average$1,336 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% |