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$557+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Shanghai, China

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ORD — SHA
May 26 — Jun 21
Mon 5/26
Mon 6/2
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated May 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,110
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$557
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,267
From Illinois to Shanghai
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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 May 21, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/71:30 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops35h 35mAir Canada
Fri 9/263:55 pmPVG - STL
2 stops40h 32mAir Canada
Deal found 5/21$1,110
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/276:35 amSTL - PVG
2 stops21h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/1312:10 pmPVG - STL
1 stop17h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,151
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/75:35 amSTL - PVG
1 stop20h 15mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/265:00 pmPVG - STL
1 stop28h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,158
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/276:00 amSTL - PVG
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/122:15 amPVG - STL
2 stops34h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,166
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/223:20 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops20h 15mANA
Tue 10/141:35 amPVG - STL
2 stops23h 50mANA
Deal found 5/20$1,232
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1710:43 amORD - PVG
3 stops34h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/241:05 pmPVG - ORD
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,264
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:15 amORD - SHA
2 stops26h 25mAir China
Tue 11/115:30 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops39h 46mAir China
Deal found 5/20$1,266
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/228:08 pmORD - PVG
2 stops28h 57mAir Canada
Wed 2/185:50 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops31h 53mAir Canada
Deal found 5/21$1,271
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/3012:30 amORD - SHA
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/82:05 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops43h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20$1,272
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/267:15 pmORD - PVG
1 stop23h 40mBritish Airways
Thu 6/1211:00 amPVG - ORD
1 stop39h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/20$1,274
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/283:30 pmSTL - SHA
2 stops31h 45mANA
Mon 10/131:35 pmSHA - STL
2 stops37h 44mANA
Deal found 5/21$1,275
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/21:05 amORD - PVG
2 stops21h 40mJapan Airlines
Mon 9/151:15 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops21h 09mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/21$1,281

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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 May 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Price

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 9/7

1:30 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops35h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/26

3:55 pm-7:27 pm

2 stops40h 32m

$1,110

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/27

6:35 am-5:25 pm

2 stops21h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/13

12:10 pm-4:42 pm

1 stop17h 32m

$1,151

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 9/7

5:35 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/26

5:00 pm-8:50 am

1 stop28h 50m

$1,158

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/27

6:00 am-12:50 am

2 stops29h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/12

2:15 am-11:59 pm

2 stops34h 44m

$1,166

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/22

3:20 pm-12:35 am

2 stops20h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/14

1:35 am-12:25 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$1,232

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/17

10:43 am-10:20 am

3 stops34h 37m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/24

1:05 pm-10:50 am

3 stops34h 45m

$1,264

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/26

7:15 pm-7:55 am

1 stop23h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/12

11:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop39h 50m

$1,274

St. LouisShanghai

STL - SHA

STLSHA

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 9/28

3:30 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/13

1:35 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops37h 44m

$1,275

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/8

6:00 am-10:05 am

2 stops39h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/29

8:35 am-7:03 am

2 stops35h 28m

$1,286

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/10

12:30 am-6:25 pm

1 stop28h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/17

1:10 pm-6:18 pm

2 stops42h 08m

$1,287

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Shanghai (average of $1,163). Flying from Illinois to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,711). 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 PVG?

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 May 21, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 May 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Illinois to Shanghai have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,195 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,195 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,195 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,078 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,195 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,478 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,195 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
733 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,195 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
ANA
8.3
Very good
872 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,195 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.

Related info for your journey

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.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $576. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Air China, 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 Chicago Midway - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Shanghai.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Shanghai?

    Before booking your flight to Shanghai from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air China (74%), China Southern (54%), Atlas Air( 42%).

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Shanghai (average of $1,163). Flying from Illinois to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,711). 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 May 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$869Average$1,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$973Average$1,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Korean AirCheapest$1,018Average$1,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,021Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$1,045Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,110Average$1,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$1,114Average$1,415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,131Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,189Average$1,368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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