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$546+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA)

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 4/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SHA
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,112
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$546
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

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January

Average price

$1,255
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 9/105:45 pmORD - SHA
1 stop29h 30mANA
Wed 9/171:35 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop32h 05mANA
Deal found 4/1$1,076
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 9/224:00 pmORD - SHA
1 stop31h 05mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/2910:30 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/1$1,103
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/135:30 pmORD - SHA
3 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/204:10 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops27h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,129
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 10/19:05 amORD - SHA
2 stops24h 35mAir China
Thu 10/95:30 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops24h 33mAir China
Deal found 4/1$1,159
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 5/17:15 amORD - SHA
2 stops39h 10mJapan Airlines
Thu 5/812:50 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop33h 25mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,196
This WhyPayMore deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 WhyPayMore is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/712:30 amORD - SHA
1 stop27h 00mEVA Air
Sun 5/187:40 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop38h 20mEVA Air
Deal found 4/1$1,264
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 4/1712:20 pmORD - SHA
1 stop39h 45mKorean Air
Fri 5/26:25 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop28h 15mKorean Air
Deal found 4/1$1,322
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/15:51 pmORD - SHA
2 stops28h 29mChina Southern
Thu 10/98:50 amSHA - ORD
3 stops35h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 4/1$1,548
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sun 5/410:20 amMDW - SHA
2 stops41h 45mKorean Air
Thu 5/86:25 pmSHA - MDW
2 stops31h 03mKorean Air
Deal found 4/1$2,779

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl 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 April 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Hongqiao Intl

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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/30

4:00 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop34h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/7

1:20 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop38h 05m

$1,112

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

5:30 pm-12:05 pm

3 stops29h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/20

4:10 pm-6:42 am

2 stops27h 32m

$1,129

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/24

3:50 pm-10:00 am

2 stops29h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/4

8:55 am-5:04 am

2 stops33h 09m

$1,168

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/1

7:15 am-11:25 am

2 stops39h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/8

12:50 pm-9:15 am

1 stop33h 25m

$1,196

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

12:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/18

7:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop38h 20m

$1,264

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/17

12:20 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/2

6:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop28h 15m

$1,322

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

7:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops40h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/20

1:35 pm-5:04 am

2 stops28h 29m

$1,465

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

4:51 pm-10:20 am

3 stops52h 29m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/18

8:00 pm-5:10 am

2 stops46h 10m

$1,611

ChicagoShanghai

MDW - SHA

MDWSHA

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/4

10:20 am-5:05 pm

2 stops41h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/8

6:25 pm-12:28 pm

2 stops31h 03m

$2,779

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/19

8:45 am-10:40 pm

2 stops48h 55m

$546

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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 Hongqiao Intl in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*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-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 Hongqiao Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Hongqiao Intl from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is 40 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 to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $1,129). Flying from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,820). 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 SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 2, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Hongqiao Intl by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 Hongqiao Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Hongqiao Intl by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, 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 Hongqiao Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hongqiao Intl. 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 Hongqiao Intl. Reviews last updated April 2, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Chicago 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
1,170 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,052 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
ANA
8.3
Very good
830 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
841 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - TPE

Inside plane was clean and chair was comfortable, but flight attendants serving coffee without giving me cream and sugar, even I ask he escape my request.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl. 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 flying from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Cathay Pacific ($1,112), Air China ($1,168), and Japan Airlines ($1,196) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. These flights start at 20% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air China. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $546. Users have also found prices from $585 and $603 on Cathay Pacific and ANA, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The most popular layover on flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is Taipei City.

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

    If you're on a layover in Taipei City and looking for things to do, consider visiting Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, or Raohe Street Night Market. Travelers on a layover in Taipei City can visit Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and Raohe Street Night Market, by traveling 21.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 21.6 mi, respectively after landing at Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Taipei City can rent a car from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl for about $72 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights?

    Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Tokyo.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $1,129). Flying from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,820). 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 Hongqiao Intl

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl. 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 April 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$973Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Korean AirCheapest$1,049Average$1,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,074Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,078Average$1,382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$1,095Average$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,115Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,189Average$1,416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,190Average$1,371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,213Average$1,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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