$475 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to China

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Book Cheap Chicago to China Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to China that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to China

Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Oct 12
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6:00 am - 1:30 pm
ORD
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CAN
42h 30m
2 stops
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10:30 pm - 9:33 pm
CAN
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ORD
36h 03m
2 stops
$913SAUDIA
Wed, Jul 15 - Mon, Aug 24
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1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
ORD
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CAN
59h 30m
2 stops
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10:30 pm - 9:36 pm
CAN
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ORD
36h 06m
2 stops
$945SAUDIA
Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5
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4:15 pm - 12:05 pm
ORD
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PVG
30h 50m
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7:20 am - 1:55 pm
PVG
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ORD
19h 35m
1 stop
$1,069Cathay Pacific
Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5
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4:15 pm - 12:05 pm
ORD
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SHA
30h 50m
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10:30 pm - 1:55 pm
SHA
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ORD
28h 25m
1 stop
$1,069Cathay Pacific
Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Nov 3
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5:45 pm - 12:45 am
ORD
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PVG
18h 00m
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2:35 am - 7:20 am
PVG
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ORD
18h 45m
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$1,091ANA
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 26
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5:45 pm - 11:40 am
ORD
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PVG
28h 55m
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2:35 am - 8:20 am
PVG
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ORD
18h 45m
1 stop
$1,092ANA
Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Sep 7
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12:30 pm - 11:30 am
ORD
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CAN
34h 00m
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12:40 pm - 9:30 am
CAN
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ORD
33h 50m
1 stop
$1,106Korean Air
Wed, Aug 19 - Sat, Dec 12
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12:30 pm - 5:05 pm
ORD
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SHA
39h 35m
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6:25 pm - 8:30 am
SHA
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ORD
28h 05m
1 stop
$1,125Korean Air
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 10
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9:30 am - 7:50 pm
MDW
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PVG
21h 20m
2 stops
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9:55 am - 6:37 pm
PVG
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MDW
21h 42m
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$1,246Delta
Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 6
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9:30 am - 7:50 pm
MDW
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PVG
21h 20m
2 stops
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9:55 am - 6:37 pm
PVG
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MDW
21h 42m
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$1,504Delta
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to China flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to China to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to China?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to China is July, when tickets cost $474 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $4,334 and $941 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to China?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to China, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 1% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$578
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport

FAQs - booking China flights

  • Which interesting features are available at PVG airport?

    PVG airport hosts an art gallery with contemporary sculptures, calligraphy, and paintings in Terminal 1 encouraging all visitors to learn about its cultural heritage. The interior design of PVG airport contains elements of traditional Chinese architecture. From the arrival lobby onwards passengers are greeted with ornate wallpaper designs of green bamboo trees amid blue skies on the top floor and ground floor arrivals area.

  • Which lounges are available at PVG airport?

    There are numerous lounges at PVG airport for passengers to relax, refresh and wait for their pick-ups. You can go to Golden Century VIP Lounge in Terminal 1, Mainboard to catch up with friends at the Concierge Lounge in Terminal 1, or to have some refreshments in the Restaurant and Wine Room near gate F7.

  • Is there an airport in Chicago with pet-friendly facilities?

    Yes. Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) provides facilities for travelers with pets. The airport has a pet lodge where you can keep your pet while you travel. The pet lodge provides pets with exercise areas and a playroom for them to play. There is also a grooming area, play area, and private resting space for your dog.

  • Does MDW airport offer wheelchairs to passengers with special needs?

    Yes. MDW airport offers wheelchairs to passengers with reduced mobility including elderly and physically disabled passengers. The airport's airlines provide complimentary wheelchairs and additional wheelchair assistance to passengers that need them. Passengers can request a wheelchair at the airport's Information Desk.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to China?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to China.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to China?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Chicago to China is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to China?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Chicago to China with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to China?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Chicago to China up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to China

  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago is suitable for family travelers since it provides family-friendly facilities and services. It has a family lounge in the Main Hall next to Gate F1 and Terminal 2 featuring kids' play equipment such as a swing, video games, and toys. There are comfortable seats with mobile charging outlets for parents. Mother rooms in Terminal 1-5 are equipped with comfortable seating, a sink, and a washing area.
  • Midway Airport (MDW) is among the airports in Chicago with the best parking facilities accessible by passengers. The terminal parking garage offers hourly and daily parking services. If you need long-term parking services, use the economy parking lots in the airport's parking garages north of the terminal. Electric vehicle charging points are available in all the parking garages at Midway airport.
  • China Pu Dong Airport (PVG) is an ideal landing airport for passengers with reduced mobility including the elderly, pregnant women, and disabled passengers since it provides wheelchair-accessible restrooms, lifts, and ramps in Terminals 2, 3, and 5. TDD telephones for passengers with hearing difficulties to call the control operators are provided at terminals 2, 3, and 5.
  • PVG airport is the best airport to land if you are on a business or work trip to China. The airport has business centers in the Arrivals Hall of Terminal 1 and Passenger Service and Business Center in Terminal 2. The on-site Ramada Pudong Airport Shanghai Hotel offers business facilities such as a ballroom and Dzahong Airport Hotel with six conference rooms for hire.
  • Trincomalee Airport (TRR) offers ground transportation services to its arriving passengers. Passengers can access taxi services found at the Arrivals Hall of the terminal, which is about 5min by foot from the check-in counters. For a more convenient and comfortable ride, the hotels nearby Trincomalee Airport offer shuttle services to their customers.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to China

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to China? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.4
Korean AirOverall score based on 1216 reviews
8.3Comfort
8.2Entertainment
8.7Crew
8.1Food
8.5Boarding
Airline reviews

AAAAHHHH... It was shocking in a very positive way, the attention to detail, the courtesy, the manners of all personnel on board, the constant honest smiling. You can see and feel they take pride in all they do no matter how trivial. The plane in general was very comfortable. I can't wait to do it again

8.0 ExcellentCarlos J, Apr 2026
TPA - ATL
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AAAAHHHH... It was shocking in a very positive way, the attention to detail, the courtesy, the manners of all personnel on board, the constant honest smiling. You can see and feel they take pride in all they do no matter how trivial. The plane in general was very comfortable. I can't wait to do it again

The boarding process was efficient and quick. The seats were comfortable. The food was good. The service was excellent. We had a lovely flight from Seattle on Korean air

Flight crew was fantastic. The aircraft was meticulously cleaned at all times. The crew was continuously checking to see if the passengers were ok.

They were trying to get people to check luggage because the over head compartments were full but when we boarded there were lots of empty places that people could have put the luggage.

It was good, I liked the self-serve snacks but it was a little difficult to get the alcohol, which is understandable since I wouldn't want kids sneaking it.

Friendly flight attendants and gate agents. Very clean plane and food was good!

I normally love Korean Air, but this trip was not great. We boarded the plan and were settling into our seats. My son and I use these leg swings and we used it on the trip over to Cambodia, but on the way back the flight attendant very rudely told us we could not use it and that it was against regulations. I asked to see the regulation, but never saw it. The food on this trip was horrible as well, Even my son's kids meal was disgusting so we didn't eat anything on the flight. Thankfully we brought snacks. Entertainment - what happened to the games?

I was unable to select decent seats, and so I was stuck in the middle seat because it was selected for me

There was a lot of partial tv shows but not enough to last the flight. The food was incredible! The crew were so helpful and patient. Lots more space than what I usually get on an international flight. Very comfortable!

Stingy on the drinks - 15 hour direct flight and could barely get attention for some water

The ladies are great seats should be a little bigger!

Couple of hours delayed, we had to re-booked our Shinkansen reservation twice. United Aiines need to improve their time!

The staff is amazing, I cannot stress that enough! The food is really good and snacks at stations to take for yourselves. Economy seating is fine, not the most comfortable, but our friends in Premium Economy said they were very comfortable! Decent entertainment options, but being built in, you have to use their cheap headsets unless you have your own plug in ones. I only have Bluetooth earbuds.

It was good. The crew was efficient, food was good

Seats were extremely cramped even for economy. Food was atrocious. Crew was fine but no follow up, additional drinks offered etc. For a 14 hour flight I expected more.

Boarding was good. Inflight service was good. Alcoholic drinks could have been served free.

Suite lounge in Honolulu is the best lounge in Honolulu. I love the huge bathrooms in ANA first Class on the A380 Honu plane. Japanese meal was outstanding and service was amazing. Everything was just excellent. Can’t wait to fly again

Their was $200 charge for 2nd luggage, airplane very new and flight smooth. Flight time seem faster then Asian stoping Korea then china.

Flight was late boarding. United crew were not friendly and cordial unlike the ANA crew.

Seat was broken. Check in was not possible until we reached the gate, by then we were separated.

I do not think there was much that could have been done to make it better. The delayed flight was due to bad weather. The turbulent patches were very unavoidable. Am simply thankful that there were no sudden and / or sharp drops during the flight. I do extend my compliments to captain Marcus I believe was his name and the rest of the crew. They all did an excellent job. My only question is whether I get a refund since the seats I had chosen and paid for were reassigned.

The crew and the food were excellent. The plane was kept quite clean.

Crew were not engaging. Only engaged if requested. Food taste was mediocre

My seat had many issues. First the chair was broken where reclining was difficult. My usb plug was also broken so charging was impossible.

The flight from Hong Kong to Hyderabad didn’t have any power points to charge my mobile. Given we are no longer allowed to use power banks, giving customers the ability to charge even on short flights is critical part of the overall experience.

when i ask for help all the crew members had a look like why are you calling me? very terse and rude.

Good service and food. However, we paid over $400 for aisle seats for my disabled husband and me, and we were given window and middle seats. This was dangerous for our health condition on such a long flight. We needed to stand up and walk around frequently, but we were stuck in our seats. Please give us a refund of our seat payment since you chose not to honor our request.

Very bad Instead 22 hour it take me more that 35 hour to arrive from Los Angeles to Phuket and they changed my flight in Hong Kong to Shanghai china and in order to get my bag I was forced to vet china visa entrry

There could have been more options on the entertainment section Nothing was available for non English speaking passengers

I didn't have much experience with Cathay Pacific airlines because of delay and missed connections, the bulk of the trip was on Japan Airlines.

A long delay. Don't travel late in the day.

Super friendly with lots of drink options an entertainment. Friendly crew.

The crew was great. Very friendly and responsive. The plane was old, small and tight. We ran out of overhead space and I had to check. Middle seat was particularly tight.

Several missed and almost missed connections. It felt like everything was being patched together last minute without enough resources and it ended up being an extremely stressful experience that basically ruined our weekend on the west coast. What a waste.

Crew was friendly. Seats are too narrow, particularly when a big person is in the adjacent seat, but I understand this is due to smaller planes usually flight into Lincoln. I have experienced several flight delays going out and coming into Lincoln airport, I say maybe 50% or higher of the flights I've taken out of this airport have been delayed.

Great flight. Boarded efficiently. Arrived early at CLT. There was no in flight entertainment on this aircraft. Great crew.

The seat was comfortable. There was a lot of turbulence. If it weren't for that,it would have been okay.

Poor communication, flight was delayed for preventable reasons. I missed my connection.

The boarding timing needs to be improved. The flight was delayed again because it took way too long to board. I was already exhausted from sleeping at the airport and spending all day there due to delay from my previous flight that connected in Chicago.

Great until we got to FRA. The next trip leg we were put in Business Class where seats had minimal padding!!!! They were awful and United Airlines needs to have their Lufthansa partner up their game or I won’t fly with them again!!

The meals were not the greatest and lacking of appetite but everything else was spot on

Overall, excellent: check-in, boarding, service, and food. The Business Class seating is a little less private and spacious than the world's premier airlines, but still very good for a long haul flight.

On time. Friendly and helpful flight attendants. The plane was clean. Having a wine available would have been nice.

Your staff was exceptional. Could teach the other airlines-rules on etiquette, and service. Excellent landings on flights, carried out by your pilots. Only complaint is long delay on return flight in Beijing, onto Vancouver.

Worst than I expected, crew was not attentive, meal was as disgusting , they didn’t even drink selections as they would to other passengers. I felt discriminated

cannot get seat information for LAX to IAH when check in in XI,AN

UA is ok. But check in was a very bad experience

I hate that you cannot check in online and when you are at the airport, there aren't any aisle seats left. Also, they could work a little on subtitles for their movies (not everyone is a native English speaker).

Nothing to complain of, the only reason I am not giving better marks is that I am used to flying with ANA and they are the top.

It's terrible that we can't do online check in because we didn't buy the tickets directly from Air china. It was not explained until I contacted Chatdeal and we could not sit together.

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