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$655+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Illinois

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SHA — ORD
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Illinois (USIL). 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 December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$922
(Flighttix)

One-way from

$655
(Delta)
From Shanghai to Illinois
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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Shanghai to Illinois that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

This Flighttix 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/36:10 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops26h 31mBritish Airways
Sun 2/168:46 pmORD - PVG
2 stops29h 24mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/22$922
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/36:10 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop19h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/168:50 pmORD - PVG
2 stops29h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$932
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/251:10 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop32h 25mJapan Airlines
Thu 3/67:09 amORD - SHA
2 stops38h 36mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,088
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/242:30 amPVG - ORD
2 stops30h 25mANA
Thu 3/61:10 pmORD - PVG
1 stop22h 05mANA
Deal found 12/22$1,094
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/41:30 pmPVG - STL
2 stops34h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/116:30 amSTL - PVG
2 stops22h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,105
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/311:50 amSHA - ORD
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1611:30 amORD - SHA
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,113
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/145:30 pmPVG - STL
2 stops29h 14mDelta
Thu 9/46:30 amSTL - PVG
2 stops19h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/22$1,147
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/252:45 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop36h 15mCathay Pacific
Thu 3/62:40 pmORD - PVG
1 stop29h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/22$1,171
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/265:50 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop34h 49mAir Canada
Wed 2/124:08 pmORD - PVG
2 stops33h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 12/21$1,188
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2811:00 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop33h 35mTurkish Airlines
Wed 3/511:55 amORD - PVG
1 stop39h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,214
This Etihad Airways 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/66:55 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop27h 00mEtihad Airways
Tue 9/169:50 amORD - PVG
2 stops35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,251
This StudentUniverse 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/412:35 amPVG - ORD
1 stop27h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 4/127:40 pmORD - PVG
1 stop31h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,265

Find flights from Shanghai to Illinois within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Illinois 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 22, 2024.

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ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/3

6:10 pm-6:41 am

2 stops26h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/16

8:46 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops29h 24m

$922

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/3

6:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop19h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/16

8:50 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$932

ShanghaiChicago

SHA - ORD

SHAORD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/25

1:10 pm-7:35 am

1 stop32h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/6

7:09 am-11:45 am

2 stops38h 36m

$1,088

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/24

2:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/6

1:10 pm-1:15 am

1 stop22h 05m

$1,094

ShanghaiSt. Louis

PVG - STL

PVGSTL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/4

6:10 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop18h 46m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/11

7:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$1,102

ShanghaiSt. Louis

PVG - STL

PVGSTL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/4

1:30 pm-10:24 am

2 stops34h 54m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/11

6:30 am-6:35 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$1,105

ShanghaiChicago

SHA - ORD

SHAORD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/3

11:50 am-5:55 am

2 stops32h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/16

11:30 am-12:15 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$1,113

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/28

11:20 am-6:07 am

3 stops32h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

6:45 am-8:25 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$1,143

ShanghaiSt. Louis

PVG - STL

PVGSTL

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/14

5:30 pm-9:44 am

2 stops29h 14m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 9/4

6:30 am-3:25 pm

2 stops19h 55m

$1,147

ShanghaiChicago

PVG - ORD

PVGORD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/25

2:45 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop36h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/6

2:40 pm-10:10 am

1 stop29h 30m

$1,171

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Illinois

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai to Illinois

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Shanghai to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $317). 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 PVG to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

When flying from Shanghai to Illinois, 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 Illinois by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated December 22, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Air Canada and Korean Air from Shanghai to Illinois. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,265 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,265 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,265 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,265 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,265 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,265 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
474 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,265 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Illinois. 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 Shanghai to Illinois one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Shanghai to Illinois are Delta ($655), United Airlines ($706), and China Southern ($732).

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

    The most popular route from Shanghai to Illinois is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Shanghai Pu Dong - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Chicago Midway.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Shanghai to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $317). 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 5 airlines flying from Shanghai to Illinois

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to Illinois. 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 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ANACheapest$1,079Average$1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,172Average$1,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,186Average$1,423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,211Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,211Average$1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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