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$442+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Hong Kong (HKG)

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CHI — HKG
Jan 21 — Jan 281
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The best prices from Chicago to Hong Kong Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$800
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$442
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,114
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From Chicago (CHI) to Hong Kong Intl
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Hong Kong. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/174:00 pmORD - HKG
2 stops36h 40mAir Canada
Wed 2/2610:00 amHKG - ORD
2 stops23h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 1/16$800
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/1711:55 amORD - HKG
1 stop39h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sat 2/2211:20 pmHKG - ORD
1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/15$804
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/103:40 pmORD - HKG
1 stop37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/2711:10 amHKG - ORD
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$811
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 3/311:25 amORD - HKG
1 stop21h 45mKorean Air
Sun 3/912:55 amHKG - ORD
1 stop21h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 1/16$908
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 3/3012:30 amORD - HKG
1 stop19h 20mEVA Air
Tue 4/295:00 pmHKG - ORD
1 stop17h 00mEVA Air
Deal found 1/16$1,031
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Tue 3/2512:45 pmORD - HKG
1 stop28h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/278:05 pmHKG - ORD
1 stop22h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,059
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 1/277:05 pmORD - HKG
1 stop29h 55mQatar Airways
Tue 4/221:25 amHKG - ORD
1 stop27h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,061
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 1/1910:35 amORD - HKG
1 stop37h 55mJapan Airlines
Tue 2/183:35 pmHKG - ORD
1 stop30h 00mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,064
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/186:00 amMDW - HKG
2 stops27h 10mDelta
Tue 2/2512:55 amHKG - MDW
2 stops35h 25mDelta
Deal found 1/15$1,079
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/187:00 amORD - HKG
2 stops26h 10mDelta
Tue 2/2512:55 amHKG - ORD
2 stops33h 51mDelta
Deal found 1/16$1,079
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/229:25 amMDW - HKG
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/55:55 pmHKG - MDW
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,496
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Wed 3/129:25 amMDW - HKG
2 stops24h 45mKorean Air
Wed 9/35:55 pmHKG - MDW
2 stops31h 35mKorean Air
Deal found 1/14$1,665

Find flights from Chicago to Hong Kong within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Hong Kong 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 January 16, 2025.

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ChicagoHong Kong

ORD - HKG

ORDHKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/17

4:00 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops36h 40m

Hong Kong Intl

Wed 2/26

10:00 am-7:37 pm

2 stops23h 37m

$800

ChicagoHong Kong

ORD - HKG

ORDHKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/17

11:55 am-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 10m

Hong Kong Intl

Sat 2/22

11:20 pm-10:10 am

1 stop24h 50m

$804

ChicagoHong Kong

ORD - HKG

ORDHKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/20

7:12 am-11:30 pm

2 stops27h 18m

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 3/30

3:25 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops41h 10m

$809

ChicagoHong Kong

ORD - HKG

ORDHKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

11:25 am-11:10 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Hong Kong Intl

Sun 3/9

12:55 am-9:40 am

1 stop21h 45m

$908

ChicagoHong Kong

ORD - HKG

ORDHKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/30

12:30 am-8:50 am

1 stop19h 20m

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 4/29

5:00 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$1,031

ChicagoHong Kong

ORD - HKG

ORDHKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/25

12:45 pm-5:45 am

1 stop28h 00m

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 3/27

8:05 pm-5:57 am

1 stop22h 52m

$1,059

ChicagoHong Kong

ORD - HKG

ORDHKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/27

7:05 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop29h 55m

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 4/22

1:25 am-3:25 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$1,061

ChicagoHong Kong

MDW - HKG

MDWHKG

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/18

6:00 am-11:10 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 2/25

12:55 am-10:20 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$1,079

ChicagoHong Kong

ORD - HKG

ORDHKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/18

7:00 am-11:10 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Hong Kong Intl

Tue 2/25

12:55 am-8:46 pm

2 stops33h 51m

$1,079

ChicagoHong Kong

ORD - HKG

ORDHKG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/1

2:40 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop15h 55m

Hong Kong Intl

Thu 3/6

12:35 pm-1:00 pm

Nonstop14h 25m

$1,090

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Hong Kong in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
ScholarTripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
KAYAKPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Hong Kong flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Hong Kong flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Hong Kong flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Hong Kong flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Hong Kong flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Hong Kong

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Hong Kong from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Hong Kong

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Hong Kong including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Hong Kong?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Hong Kong. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Hong Kong, you should look to book at least 72 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 Hong Kong?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Hong Kong (average of $998). Flying from Chicago to Hong Kong in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,665). 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 CHI to HKG?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Hong Kong. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Hong Kong in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 5% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Hong Kong?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Hong Kong. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Hong Kong flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Hong Kong

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Hong Kong. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to HKG are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Hong Kong by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Hong Kong ranges from 0.8 - 15.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 15.4 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Hong Kong when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Hong Kong by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Hong Kong, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Hong Kong

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hong Kong. 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 Hong Kong. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Hong Kong, such as Air Canada, Japan Airlines and Korean Air. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.4
Very good
1,248 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.4
Very good
847 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.3
Very good
1,448 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Hong Kong. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Hong Kong from Chicago?

    Hong Kong Intl (HKG) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Hong Kong. You should not have trouble finding flights to Hong Kong Intl from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the Hong Kong airport from Chicago. It is only a 16.2 mi journey from Hong Kong Intl (HKG) to Hong Kong’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Hong Kong round-trip?

    Currently priced at $800, Air Canada will fly you from Chicago to Hong Kong and back. In addition to Air Canada, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Korean Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $804 and $910, respectively. Air Canada is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Hong Kong one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Canada. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $521. Users have also found prices from $527 and $579 on Air India and Japan Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Hong Kong?

    Consider Cathay Pacific (60%), MIAT Mongolian (60%) or Atlas Air (3%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Hong Kong.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Hong Kong?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $468. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Hong Kong Intl) can be booked for $766 on average our data indicates $2,369 when flying from Chicago to Hong Kong.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Hong Kong?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Taipei City?

    Taipei City travelers tend to visit Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market more than anywhere else. Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market are located about 21.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 21.6 mi, respectively from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Those on a layover in Taipei City in need of a rental car can book one at Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl for about $85.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Vancouver?

    Most Vancouver visitors opt to spend their time at Pacific Central Station, Vancouver Harbour Centre, and Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Pacific Central Station, Vancouver Harbour Centre and Queen Elizabeth Theatre are located about 6.6 mi, 6.9 mi, and 6.6 mi, respectively from Vancouver Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Vancouver can rent one for about $34 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in San Francisco?

    San Francisco travelers tend to visit Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium more than any other attractions. Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium are located about 13.0 mi, 11.6 mi, and 11.1 mi, respectively from San Francisco. Travelers can book a car rental at San Francisco for about $49 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Hong Kong flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Hong Kong that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Hong Kong flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Hong Kong?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Hong Kong?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Hong Kong 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 to Hong Kong?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Hong Kong (average of $998). Flying from Chicago to Hong Kong in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,665). 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 9 airlines flying from Chicago to Hong Kong

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Hong Kong. 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$623Average$950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$738Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$840Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Korean AirCheapest$851Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$914Average$1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,006Average$1,360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EVA AirCheapest$1,014Average$1,238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$1,077Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$1,206Average$1,540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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