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$432+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Shanghai

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ORD — SHA
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The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Shanghai are usually found in September or November, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 November 20, 2024.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/289:08 pmORD - PVG
1 stop30h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/72:20 amPVG - ORD
2 stops42h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,116
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/410:20 amORD - PVG
1 stop19h 20mJapan Airlines
Wed 12/188:50 amPVG - ORD
1 stop36h 35mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,124
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/310:20 amORD - SHA
1 stop35h 25mJapan Airlines
Tue 12/101:10 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop32h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,125
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/198:10 pmORD - SHA
2 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/88:55 amSHA - ORD
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,126
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/35:00 pmORD - PVG
1 stop26h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 12/1110:55 amPVG - ORD
1 stop45h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,131
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 11/262:40 pmORD - PVG
1 stop29h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 12/58:40 amPVG - ORD
1 stop18h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/20$1,133
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sun 11/2411:30 pmORD - PVG
1 stop28h 55mEVA Air
Mon 12/28:10 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop37h 25mEVA Air
Deal found 11/19$1,190
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/28:55 pmORD - PVG
2 stops29h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/56:10 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops20h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 11/216:05 amORD - PVG
1 stop20h 50mDelta
Thu 11/285:30 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop29h 57mDelta
Deal found 11/19$1,196
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 11/282:40 pmORD - SHA
1 stop31h 40mCathay Pacific
Fri 2/284:35 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop34h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/20$1,198
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/93:35 pmORD - SHA
2 stops29h 20mAir China
Mon 12/165:30 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops25h 31mAir China
Deal found 11/19$1,212
This ANA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 ANA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/244:25 pmORD - PVG
1 stop18h 50mANA
Wed 11/272:30 amPVG - ORD
1 stop18h 50mANA
Deal found 11/19$1,222

Find flights from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/28

8:30 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/23

10:25 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$1,115

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/23

12:30 am-12:05 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/4

1:10 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$1,116

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/4

10:20 am-7:40 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/18

8:50 am-7:25 am

1 stop36h 35m

$1,124

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/3

10:20 am-11:45 am

1 stop35h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/10

1:10 pm-7:25 am

1 stop32h 15m

$1,125

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

6:30 pm-2:20 pm

3 stops29h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/4

2:20 am-5:30 am

3 stops41h 10m

$1,127

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/26

7:05 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/11

11:45 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop28h 45m

$1,129

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/23

12:30 am-4:10 pm

1 stop26h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/4

7:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop38h 20m

$1,129

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/3

5:00 pm-9:10 am

1 stop26h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/11

10:55 am-6:45 pm

1 stop45h 50m

$1,131

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/7

2:40 pm-10:10 am

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/6

8:40 am-1:00 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$1,133

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/29

2:40 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop31h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/10

10:30 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$1,133

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Travel insights for flights from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai is 34 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). 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 ORD to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 November 20, 2024.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

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

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 November 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with British Airways, American Airlines and Air China from Chicago to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,308 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,460 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
476 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl 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 flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Turkish Airlines, at $1,115, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include EVA Air and Japan Airlines. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 18% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $596 on Air China. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $622 and Korean Air from $676 one-way.

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

    Of the flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai that have layovers, most of them stop in Taipei City.

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

    The majority of Taipei City visitors spend their time at Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market, and 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 $82 per day.

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). 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 O'Hare Intl to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$869Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$998Average$1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Korean AirCheapest$1,049Average$1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$1,055Average$1,605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$1,076Average$1,304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,078Average$1,606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,105Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
EVA AirCheapest$1,111Average$1,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,190Average$1,423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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