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$393+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SHA
Mar 9 — Mar 161
Mon 3/9
Mon 3/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 7, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Tue 2/1010:30 am
ORD
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PVG
1 stop35h 50m
ANA
Mon 3/92:35 am
PVG
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ORD
1 stop18h 45m
ANA
Deal found 2/4$976
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1610:30 am
ORD
-
SHA
1 stop35h 55m
ANA
Mon 3/21:40 pm
SHA
-
ORD
1 stop31h 40m
ANA
Deal found 2/4$977
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Mon 2/166:20 pm
ORD
-
PVG
2 stops37h 05m
ANA
Mon 3/28:30 am
PVG
-
ORD
1 stop36h 50m
ANA
Deal found 2/4$985
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Tue 4/148:40 am
ORD
-
PVG
2 stops40h 15m
Air China
Mon 5/114:20 pm
PVG
-
ORD
2 stops33h 55m
Air China
Deal found 2/6$988
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Thu 2/194:25 pm
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop18h 50m
ANA
Tue 2/242:35 am
PVG
-
ORD
2 stops25h 45m
ANA
Deal found 2/4$991
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/24:25 pm
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop18h 50m
ANA
Fri 5/18:25 am
PVG
-
ORD
1 stop37h 15m
ANA
Deal found 2/4$997
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/78:10 pm
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop31h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 4/1410:25 pm
PVG
-
ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/4$1,000
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 9/76:00 am
ORD
-
PVG
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/101:10 pm
PVG
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ORD
2 stops23h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$1,001
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 2/164:25 pm
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop39h 00m
ANA
Tue 3/102:35 am
PVG
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ORD
2 stops24h 58m
ANA
Deal found 2/6$1,003
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 2/164:25 pm
ORD
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SHA
1 stop30h 00m
ANA
Tue 3/101:40 pm
SHA
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ORD
2 stops28h 38m
ANA
Deal found 2/6$1,003
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 2/167:10 am
ORD
-
PVG
2 stops28h 05m
ANA
Mon 3/92:35 am
PVG
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ORD
2 stops39h 43m
ANA
Deal found 2/6$1,007
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 9/1412:10 pm
ORD
-
PVG
1 stop19h 00m
Korean Air
Tue 10/611:10 am
PVG
-
ORD
1 stop35h 20m
Korean Air
Deal found 2/6$1,008

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 February 7, 2026.

Round-trip from

$976
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$393
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,145
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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 February 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/29

12:20 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/3

8:50 am-9:40 am

1 stop37h 50m

$1,072

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/30

12:20 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop35h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

11:10 am-9:40 am

1 stop35h 30m

$1,072

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/6

4:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/20

1:20 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop37h 35m

$1,074

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

12:20 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/9

6:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop28h 15m

$1,091

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/14

12:20 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/10

6:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop28h 15m

$1,091

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

12:20 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/15

6:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop28h 15m

$1,091

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/14

12:20 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/9

6:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop28h 15m

$1,091

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

7:10 am-6:55 pm

2 stops21h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/21

12:10 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop19h 33m

$1,095

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/12

8:50 am-6:55 pm

1 stop21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/31

12:10 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop21h 08m

$1,095

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/30

8:30 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops34h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

9:55 am-6:52 pm

1 stop21h 57m

$1,100

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai is 6 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai (average of $908). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,249). 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.

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 February 7, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, ANA, and Cathay Pacific from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,347 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Jan 2026

SFO - TPE

It's alright. I wish I was assigned a seat on the isle side. I was not able to pick a seat during booking. So, I was seated in between two guys. For a 14 hours flight, it was barely bearable.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,347 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,347 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Jan 2026

SFO - TPE

It's alright. I wish I was assigned a seat on the isle side. I was not able to pick a seat during booking. So, I was seated in between two guys. For a 14 hours flight, it was barely bearable.
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,089 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,347 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Jan 2026

SFO - TPE

It's alright. I wish I was assigned a seat on the isle side. I was not able to pick a seat during booking. So, I was seated in between two guys. For a 14 hours flight, it was barely bearable.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,159 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,347 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Jan 2026

SFO - TPE

It's alright. I wish I was assigned a seat on the isle side. I was not able to pick a seat during booking. So, I was seated in between two guys. For a 14 hours flight, it was barely bearable.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,253 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,347 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Jan 2026

SFO - TPE

It's alright. I wish I was assigned a seat on the isle side. I was not able to pick a seat during booking. So, I was seated in between two guys. For a 14 hours flight, it was barely bearable.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,250 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,347 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Jan 2026

SFO - TPE

It's alright. I wish I was assigned a seat on the isle side. I was not able to pick a seat during booking. So, I was seated in between two guys. For a 14 hours flight, it was barely bearable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    A quick flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai can take about 21h 45m. Korean Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,095. Airlines will cover a distance of 7038 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Turkish Airlines, at $929, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include ANA and Cathay Pacific. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $538 on Korean Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $538 and Delta from $562 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai (average of $908). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,249). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 February 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$929Average$1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
ANACheapest$932Average$1,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Cathay PacificCheapest$960Average$1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Korean AirCheapest$1,016Average$1,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
EVA AirCheapest$1,065Average$1,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$1,095Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,137Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,137Average$1,430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,178Average$1,608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,248Average$1,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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