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$464+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SHA
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Shanghai

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/302:35 pmORD - SHA
1 stop31h 45mCathay Pacific
Mon 2/210:30 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop28h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/22$1,076
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Sun 12/282:35 pmORD - SHA
1 stop31h 45mCathay Pacific
Mon 2/210:30 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop28h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/22$1,126
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Mon 12/292:35 pmORD - SHA
1 stop31h 45mCathay Pacific
Mon 2/210:30 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop28h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/22$1,151
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Wed 12/314:25 pmORD - SHA
1 stop30h 00mANA
Mon 2/21:40 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops29h 35mANA
Deal found 12/22$1,175
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Mon 12/296:21 pmORD - SHA
2 stops52h 04mANA
Mon 2/21:40 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop31h 40mANA
Deal found 12/22$1,201
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/279:08 amSTL - PVG
2 stops37h 22mCathay Pacific
Fri 4/37:20 amPVG - STL
2 stops29h 19mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/21$1,228
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sat 12/279:08 amSTL - PVG
2 stops36h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/18:35 amPVG - STL
2 stops28h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,292
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/279:08 amSTL - SHA
2 stops37h 12mCathay Pacific
Fri 4/31:20 pmSHA - STL
2 stops46h 38mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/21$1,319
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Mon 12/298:01 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops49h 34mCathay Pacific
Fri 4/38:35 amPVG - STL
2 stops28h 04mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/20$1,321
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Wed 12/249:10 pmORD - PVG
1 stop31h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/198:55 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop22h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,395
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Wed 12/242:35 pmORD - PVG
1 stop35h 40mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/297:10 amPVG - ORD
1 stop19h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/21$1,414
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Sat 12/279:08 amSTL - PVG
2 stops42h 37mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/37:20 amPVG - STL
2 stops29h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,417

Find flight deals from Illinois to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated December 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$971
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$464
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,306
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Shanghai that are best for you.

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MolineShanghai

MLI - PVG

MLIPVG

Moline Quad-City

Wed 4/1

6:00 am-4:25 pm

2 stops45h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/12

12:20 pm-9:21 pm

2 stops46h 01m

$971

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/2

7:04 am-11:55 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/9

8:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops29h 29m

$978

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/14

7:04 am-11:55 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/19

7:10 am-10:54 pm

2 stops29h 44m

$978

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/2

7:15 am-4:25 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/9

6:25 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop18h 34m

$1,002

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/14

7:15 am-4:25 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/19

6:25 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop18h 29m

$1,002

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 2/5

7:15 am-4:25 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/12

6:25 pm-8:32 am

2 stops28h 07m

$1,007

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/4

9:28 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops28h 57m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/24

6:25 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop18h 34m

$1,007

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/16

6:33 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops31h 52m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/1

6:25 pm-8:32 am

2 stops28h 07m

$1,007

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 3/3

3:31 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops34h 44m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/12

2:45 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops40h 18m

$1,028

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

3:35 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops34h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/11

5:35 pm-2:41 pm

1 stop35h 06m

$1,036

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Shanghai (average of $908). Flying from Illinois to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,251). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Illinois to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 54% on airfare.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Illinois to Shanghai in 19h 10m. Fly via Cathay Pacific, American Airlines, or Air Canada to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 7178 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air China, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $512. However, be on the lookout for offers from Korean Air and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to Shanghai for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong or Lambert-St Louis - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Shanghai.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Shanghai (average of $908). Flying from Illinois to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,251). 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 Illinois to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$876Average$1,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
ANACheapest$975Average$1,285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,014Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Korean AirCheapest$1,016Average$1,265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
EVA AirCheapest$1,112Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,131Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,137Average$1,454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,137Average$1,519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,178Average$1,602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,248Average$1,407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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