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$616+ Cheap flights from Midway (MDW) 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 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MDW — SHA
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Midway (MDW) 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 April 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,196
(Delta)

One-way from

$616
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,231
From Chicago Midway to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Midway to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Midway to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/186:50 pmMDW - PVG
2 stops30h 30mDelta
Thu 11/277:05 pmPVG - MDW
2 stops27h 41mDelta
Deal found 4/29$1,196
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/205:20 pmMDW - PVG
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/83:55 pmPVG - MDW
3 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,741
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/610:20 amMDW - PVG
2 stops37h 05mKorean Air
Tue 5/131:40 pmPVG - MDW
2 stops35h 48mKorean Air
Deal found 4/28$2,976
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/137:21 pmMDW - PVG
2 stops25h 04mKLM
Fri 6/2011:15 amPVG - MDW
2 stops41h 26mKLM
Deal found 4/29$9,127

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Midway

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Shanghai

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/10

6:50 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops29h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/17

5:30 pm-8:46 am

2 stops28h 16m

$1,196

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/20

5:20 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops29h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 7/8

3:55 pm-8:45 am

3 stops29h 50m

$1,741

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/13

7:21 pm-9:25 am

2 stops25h 04m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/20

11:15 am-3:41 pm

2 stops41h 26m

$9,127

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/19

6:38 pm-5:05 pm

3 stops57h 27m

$616

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - SHA

MDWSHA

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/13

9:34 am-12:05 pm

3 stops37h 31m

$799

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - PVG

MDWPVG

Chicago Midway

Sun 8/24

6:15 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$931

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - SHA

MDWSHA

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/30

6:31 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops33h 34m

$5,667

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Deals found on 4/29

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Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

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 April 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Shanghai, such as Korean Air, Delta and KLM. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,066 reviews

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,167). Flying from Chicago Midway Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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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