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$559+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Shanghai, China

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ORD — SHA
feb. 4 — feb. 111
mar. 2/4
mar. 2/11
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) 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 enero 30, 2025.

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$1,081
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$559
(Delta)

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February

Average price

$1,255
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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 enero 30, 2025.

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sáb. 3/17:05 pmORD - PVG
1 stop29h 15mQatar Airways
mar. 4/1512:35 amPVG - ORD
1 stop27h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/30$1,089
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
mié. 2/1911:35 amORD - PVG
1 stop40h 10mMultiple Airlines
jue. 2/277:00 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops48h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,092
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sáb. 3/111:25 amORD - PVG
1 stop32h 20mKorean Air
mié. 4/1611:10 amPVG - ORD
1 stop35h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 1/30$1,097
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jue. 1/3011:25 amORD - SHA
1 stop39h 45mKorean Air
lun. 2/36:25 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop28h 15mKorean Air
Deal found 1/29$1,101
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mié. 1/292:40 pmORD - PVG
1 stop29h 30mCathay Pacific
lun. 2/108:40 amPVG - ORD
1 stop18h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/29$1,103
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jue. 1/302:40 pmORD - SHA
1 stop31h 40mCathay Pacific
lun. 2/310:30 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop28h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/29$1,103
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mié. 1/296:30 amORD - PVG
2 stops37h 45mAir China
lun. 2/104:30 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops27h 24mAir China
Deal found 1/29$1,106
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sáb. 2/16:30 amORD - SHA
2 stops26h 25mAir China
dom. 2/169:30 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops45h 22mAir China
Deal found 1/29$1,108
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dom. 2/1611:55 amORD - PVG
1 stop39h 15mTurkish Airlines
jue. 3/2011:00 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop33h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,112
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jue. 3/64:45 pmORD - SHA
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
jue. 3/2710:10 amSHA - ORD
2 stops32h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,113
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mar. 9/912:30 amORD - PVG
1 stop22h 35mEVA Air
mié. 9/171:10 pmPVG - ORD
1 stop20h 35mEVA Air
Deal found 1/30$1,145
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mar. 9/91:05 amORD - SHA
1 stop21h 20mJapan Airlines
mié. 9/1712:50 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop33h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/30$1,148

Find flights from Illinois to Shanghai within your budget

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 enero 30, 2025.

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ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/27

11:35 am-10:15 am

2 stops32h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 3/5

2:20 am-6:26 pm

3 stops30h 06m

$1,081

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 3/18

3:31 pm-10:35 am

3 stops30h 04m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 3/21

3:50 pm-5:53 am

2 stops27h 03m

$1,082

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 3/1

7:05 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 4/15

12:35 am-3:25 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$1,089

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 3/1

11:25 am-8:25 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 3/8

2:00 pm-8:40 am

1 stop32h 40m

$1,097

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 2/17

2:40 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop32h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 3/20

8:40 am-2:00 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$1,103

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 2/17

2:40 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop31h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 2/24

10:30 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$1,103

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 2/16

11:55 am-5:10 pm

1 stop39h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 3/20

11:00 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$1,112

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 2/16

11:25 am-5:10 pm

1 stop39h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 3/18

6:25 pm-9:40 am

1 stop28h 15m

$1,124

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 2/19

6:30 am-11:20 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 3/17

4:30 pm-5:57 am

2 stops26h 27m

$1,133

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 3/24

1:55 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops34h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 3/31

5:30 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops32h 37m

$1,144

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Illinois to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,839). 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 enero 30, 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 enero 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air, EVA Air and ANA from Illinois to Shanghai have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

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.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

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.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,238 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

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.

ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

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.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,445 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

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.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
462 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

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 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 Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $559. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Air China, 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.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Shanghai?

    Before booking your flight to Shanghai from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air China (100%), China Southern (60%), Suparna Airlines( 0%).

  • 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.

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

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

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Illinois to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,839). 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 enero 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$869Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$973Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,018Average$1,488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Korean AirCheapest$1,049Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$1,056Average$1,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,111Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
DeltaCheapest$1,114Average$1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,156Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,189Average$1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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