$480+ 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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SHA
Jun 4 — Jun 111
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 5, 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 5, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3111:25 am
ORD
- PVG
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/3010:10 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop37h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,081
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Mon 9/284:15 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop30h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 11/41:45 pm
PVG
- ORD
1 stop37h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/3![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,083
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/182:00 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop33h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 9/273:00 pm
PVG
- ORD
1 stop30h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3![Etihad Airways logo]()
$1,087
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/145:45 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop18h 00m
ANA
Sun 10/258:30 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop36h 50m
ANA
Deal found 5/2![ANA logo]()
$1,089
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Thu 9/104:00 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop36h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 9/177:20 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop19h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/1![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,090
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/145:45 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop29h 30m
ANA
Sun 10/251:40 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop31h 40m
ANA
Deal found 5/2![ANA logo]()
$1,090
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Mon 8/314:00 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop30h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/307:20 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop19h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/1![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,094
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/94:25 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop30h 00m
ANA
Mon 11/161:40 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop31h 40m
ANA
Deal found 5/1![ANA logo]()
$1,097
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/285:45 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop37h 55m
ANA
Wed 11/48:30 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop36h 50m
ANA
Deal found 5/2![ANA logo]()
$1,099
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 10/2111:25 am
ORD
- PVG
1 stop30h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 10/3111:05 pm
PVG
- ORD
1 stop34h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,100
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 9/289:00 am
ORD
- PVG
2 stops22h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/91:10 pm
PVG
- ORD
2 stops23h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,102
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/315:45 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop37h 55m
ANA
Mon 11/308:30 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop36h 50m
ANA
Deal found 5/1![ANA logo]()
$1,103
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 5, 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 5, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Sun 5/314:15 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop34h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 6/164:50 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop34h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/4![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,333
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/34:30 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops26h 25m
British Airways
Tue 6/1611:00 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop41h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 5/1![British Airways logo]()
$1,620
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/308:35 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop29h 55m
Emirates
Tue 8/187:20 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop45h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 5/1![Emirates logo]()
$1,660
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/168:35 pm
ORD
- SHA
2 stops31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/249:20 pm
SHA
- ORD
2 stops29h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,727
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/219:19 am
MDW
- PVG
1 stop17h 06m
Delta
Wed 8/125:30 pm
PVG
- MDW
2 stops29h 20m
Delta
Deal found 5/1![Delta logo]()
$1,918
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/144:15 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop34h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 6/2110:30 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop28h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,434
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 6/1112:47 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops30h 08m
British Airways
Wed 7/811:00 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop39h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 5/2![British Airways logo]()
$1,621
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/258:35 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop29h 55m
Emirates
Sun 8/167:20 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop45h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 5/1![Emirates logo]()
$1,710
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/147:05 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop23h 50m
British Airways
Wed 7/2211:00 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop39h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 5/4![British Airways logo]()
$1,634
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Mon 6/85:30 pm
ORD
- SHA
3 stops62h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/1810:30 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,830
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Sat 5/97:13 pm
MDW
- PVG
2 stops35h 37m
Delta
Sat 5/165:30 pm
PVG
- MDW
2 stops28h 13m
Delta
Deal found 5/4![Delta logo]()
$1,944
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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
Mon 6/811:00 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop41h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 5/4![British Airways logo]()
$1,634
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/224:00 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop34h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 8/1310:30 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop28h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/1![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,866
This Condor deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Tue 5/267:45 am
MDW
- PVG
2 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/1312:15 am
PVG
- MDW
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,897
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/257:05 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop23h 50m
British Airways
Tue 6/1611:00 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop39h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 5/1![British Airways logo]()
$1,634
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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
2 stops25h 20m
Delta
Deal found 5/4![Delta logo]()
$2,020
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/203:47 pm
ORD
- SHA
2 stops33h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/3010:30 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,959
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/84:15 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop30h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 6/2210:30 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop28h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/4![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$2,003
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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
2 stops21h 31m
Delta
Thu 7/305:30 pm
PVG
- MDW
2 stops28h 07m
Delta
Deal found 5/4![Delta logo]()
$2,020
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/264:29 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops26h 26m
British Airways
Wed 6/1711:00 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop44h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 5/1![British Airways logo]()
$1,670
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Wed 5/136:23 am
MDW
- PVG
2 stops24h 27m
Delta
Fri 5/299:55 am
PVG
- MDW
1 stop21h 38m
Delta
Deal found 5/4![Delta logo]()
$2,031
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Fri 5/294:15 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop30h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 6/71:20 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop37h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/4![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$2,041
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/307:13 am
ORD
- PVG
2 stops35h 42m
British Airways
Sun 6/1411:00 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop44h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 5/1![British Airways logo]()
$1,720
This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Fri 5/296:10 pm
MDW
- PVG
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/77:50 pm
PVG
- MDW
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,119
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Sat 8/19:19 am
MDW
- PVG
1 stop17h 06m
Delta
Sat 8/89:55 am
PVG
- MDW
1 stop21h 38m
Delta
Deal found 5/2![Delta logo]()
$2,076
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/83:15 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops27h 40m
British Airways
Mon 6/2211:00 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop41h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 5/4![British Airways logo]()
$1,721
This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 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 7/237:50 pm
PVG
- MDW
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,124
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 6/87:05 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop23h 50m
British Airways
Mon 6/1511:00 am
PVG
- ORD
2 stops41h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 5/3![British Airways logo]()
$1,726
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/1412:54 pm
ORD
- SHA
3 stops33h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/214:50 pm
SHA
- ORD
2 stops26h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,151
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/16:10 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop24h 45m
British Airways
Tue 6/1611:00 am
PVG
- ORD
2 stops41h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 4/30![British Airways logo]()
$1,726
Last-minute flights from Chicago to ShanghaiDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Shanghai. Data last updated May 5, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Shanghai. Data last updated May 5, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 5/44:15 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop30h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 5/117:20 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop19h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/4![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,203
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/411:50 am
ORD
- PVG
1 stop23h 55m
ANA
Wed 5/68:25 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop19h 30m
ANA
Deal found 4/30![ANA logo]()
$1,251
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/412:30 am
ORD
- PVG
1 stop28h 55m
EVA Air
Wed 9/301:10 pm
PVG
- ORD
1 stop20h 35m
EVA Air
Deal found 5/1![EVA Air logo]()
$1,280
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/54:15 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop30h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 5/117:20 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop19h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/1![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,231
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/54:15 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops32h 50m
Air Canada
Wed 6/33:55 pm
PVG
- ORD
1 stop26h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/1![Air Canada logo]()
$1,256
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/68:48 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops53h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/208:35 am
PVG
- ORD
2 stops27h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,180
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/68:46 am
ORD
- PVG
1 stop40h 19m
Air Canada
Wed 5/203:55 pm
PVG
- ORD
1 stop35h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/1![Air Canada logo]()
$1,254
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Wed 5/64:15 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop30h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 5/201:20 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop37h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/1![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,331
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 5/131:10 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop42h 10m
Air India
Fri 5/2910:00 pm
PVG
- ORD
2 stops50h 10m
Air India
Deal found 5/4![Air India logo]()
$1,258
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Sun 5/314:15 pm
ORD
- SHA
1 stop34h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 6/164:50 pm
SHA
- ORD
1 stop34h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/4![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,333
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/31:10 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop42h 10m
Air India
Sat 8/2910:00 pm
PVG
- ORD
2 stops50h 10m
Air India
Deal found 4/30![Air India logo]()
$1,252
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/98:50 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/1211:00 am
PVG
- ORD
1 stop39h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,224
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 5, 2026.
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 7/121:10 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop42h 10m
Air India
Deal found 5/3![Air India logo]()
$480
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Wed 7/221:10 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop42h 10m
Air India
Deal found 5/3![Air India logo]()
$526
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 7/191:10 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop42h 10m
Air India
Deal found 5/3![Air India logo]()
$556
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Fri 7/246:00 am
ORD
- PVG
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$568
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Fri 7/176:00 am
ORD
- PVG
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$569
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 7/226:00 am
ORD
- PVG
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$570
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/306:00 am
ORD
- PVG
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$576
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Fri 7/241:10 pm
ORD
- PVG
1 stop42h 10m
Air India
Deal found 5/4![Air India logo]()
$581
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Thu 7/168:20 pm
ORD
- PVG
2 stops35h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$589
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 7/168:20 pm
ORD
- SHA
2 stops48h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$600
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 6/510:15 am
MDW
- PVG
3 stops36h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$650
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 5/118:00 am
ORD
- SHA
2 stops36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$658
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 5, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,081 (FlightHub) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $480 (oojo) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $1,162 |
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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 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Shanghai that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - SHA
ORDSHA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 5/31
4:15 pm-3:35 pm
1 stop34h 20m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Tue 6/16
4:50 pm-2:20 pm
1 stop34h 30m
$1,333
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - SHA
ORDSHA
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 6/14
4:15 pm-3:35 pm
1 stop34h 20m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sun 6/21
10:30 pm-2:20 pm
1 stop28h 50m
$1,434
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 6/3
4:30 pm-7:55 am
2 stops26h 25m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 6/16
11:00 am-3:55 pm
1 stop41h 55m
$1,620
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 6/11
12:47 pm-7:55 am
2 stops30h 08m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 7/8
11:00 am-1:50 pm
1 stop39h 50m
$1,621
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 6/14
7:05 pm-7:55 am
1 stop23h 50m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 7/22
11:00 am-1:50 pm
1 stop39h 50m
$1,634
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 5/27
5:00 pm-7:55 am
1 stop25h 55m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 6/8
11:00 am-3:55 pm
1 stop41h 55m
$1,634
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 5/25
7:05 pm-7:55 am
1 stop23h 50m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 6/16
11:00 am-1:50 pm
1 stop39h 50m
$1,634
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 7/30
8:35 pm-3:30 pm
1 stop29h 55m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 8/18
7:20 am-3:45 pm
1 stop45h 25m
$1,660
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 5/26
4:29 pm-7:55 am
2 stops26h 26m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 6/17
11:00 am-6:15 pm
1 stop44h 15m
$1,670
ChicagoShanghai
ORD - PVG
ORDPVG
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 7/25
8:35 pm-3:30 pm
1 stop29h 55m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 8/16
7:20 am-3:45 pm
1 stop45h 25m
$1,710
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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Shanghai
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CHI-CN2
ORD-PVG
ORD-SHA
MDW-PVG
MDW-SHA
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CHI-CN2
ORD-PVG
ORD-SHA
MDW-PVG
MDW-SHA
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.
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 May 5, 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.
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.5
Entertainment
8.0
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
TPE - SFO
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.5
Entertainment
8.0
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
TPE - SFO
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.5
Entertainment
8.0
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
TPE - SFO
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.5
Entertainment
8.0
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
TPE - SFO
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.5
Entertainment
8.0
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
TPE - SFO
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.5
Entertainment
8.0
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Mar 2026
TPE - SFO
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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 5, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$932 | Average$1,309 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% | |
| Cheapest$960 | Average$1,221 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,033 | Average$1,521 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$1,053 | Average$1,364 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,055 | Average$1,174 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$1,095 | Average$1,395 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,110 | Average$1,346 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$1,122 | Average$1,353 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$1,263 | Average$1,336 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% |