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$486+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Shanghai, China

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ORD — SHA
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
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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 April 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,047
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$486
(Kiwi.com)

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June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,241
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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 April 2, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 4/1610:26 pmORD - PVG
1 stop29h 49mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/221:05 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,047
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.
Wed 10/17:20 pmORD - PVG
1 stop32h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 10/812:35 amPVG - ORD
1 stop27h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/1$1,048
This StudentUniverse 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/174:00 pmORD - PVG
1 stop30h 05mCathay Pacific
Wed 4/237:20 amPVG - ORD
1 stop20h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/1$1,058
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 9/612:10 pmORD - PVG
1 stop19h 00mKorean Air
Sat 9/131:40 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop32h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 3/31$1,065
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/85:45 pmORD - PVG
1 stop37h 55mANA
Mon 4/141:35 amPVG - ORD
1 stop20h 05mANA
Deal found 3/31$1,076
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 American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/165:28 amSTL - PVG
1 stop20h 22mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/66:10 pmPVG - STL
1 stop18h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,085
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 Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/55:00 pmSTL - PVG
2 stops33h 25mDelta
Mon 4/145:30 pmPVG - STL
2 stops32h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/1$1,106
This CrystalTravel 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2112:30 amORD - PVG
1 stop22h 35mEVA Air
Mon 9/291:10 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop20h 35mEVA Air
Deal found 4/1$1,108
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/17:45 pmORD - PVG
2 stops29h 20mAir Canada
Thu 10/93:55 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop36h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 4/1$1,117
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

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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 April 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Shanghai that are best for you.

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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/16

10:26 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop29h 49m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/22

1:05 pm-5:45 am

2 stops29h 40m

$1,047

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/17

4:00 pm-11:05 am

1 stop30h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/23

7:20 am-2:25 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$1,058

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

5:45 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop37h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/14

1:35 am-8:40 am

1 stop20h 05m

$1,076

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/1

7:29 am-2:50 pm

1 stop18h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/13

5:00 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop18h 27m

$1,088

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/15

7:20 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/2

12:35 am-5:40 am

2 stops42h 05m

$1,100

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 4/15

5:00 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 4/18

3:45 pm-9:47 am

2 stops31h 02m

$1,106

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 - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/14

12:30 am-6:25 pm

1 stop28h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/3

8:05 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop37h 55m

$1,129

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

St. LouisShanghai

STL - PVG

STLPVG

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 9/7

9:15 am-2:05 pm

2 stops39h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/26

3:55 pm-7:57 pm

2 stops41h 02m

$1,139

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Shanghai

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Illinois to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,792). 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 April 2, 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 April 2, 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
1,170 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

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

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

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
1,051 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

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

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

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

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,170 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

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 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 Korean Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $545. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air China and Cathay Pacific, 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.

  • 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.

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  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Shanghai (average of $1,185). Flying from Illinois to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,792). 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 April 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$891Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$973Average$1,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Korean AirCheapest$1,018Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,018Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$1,051Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,110Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,131Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,189Average$1,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,189Average$1,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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