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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago to China flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

Are flights from Chicago to China cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from Chicago to China are running about the same as they were around this time last year, averaging $1,306 round-trip.

What are the cheapest fares from Chicago to China right now?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from Chicago to China on KAYAK in the last week:

• Beijing Capital (PEK) from $889
• Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) from $889
• Fuzhou (FOC) from $963
• Chengdu (CTU) from $964
• Chongqing Jiangbei Intl (CKG) from $964

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to China?

January is the cheapest time of year to fly, with average fares of $1,104. Prices are highest in June, when average flight costs increase to around $1,578.

When is the best time to book flights from Chicago to China?

Book your flights 23 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 24% compared to booking last-minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Which airport in China is the cheapest to fly to from Chicago?

Based on KAYAK data from the past 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into China are:

• Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX) (avg. price $1,086)
• Chengdu (CTU) (avg. price $1,093)
• Shenyang (SHE) (avg. price $1,106)

What’s the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to China?

Wednesday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to China, while Sunday is the most expensive. Fares run about 19% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago to China?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to China during the afternoon with average prices of $1,277. The night is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,472.

Key details for Chicago to China flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 67% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Beijing Capital Airport

Your Chicago to China flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Chicago to China?

    Yes. Fares from Chicago to China are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $1,105 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Chicago to China?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Chicago to China have ranged from $1,105 to $1,593.

  • What are the main airports serving China?

    China has 233 airports. The three busiest are Beijing Capital (PEK) (27% of arrivals), Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) (24%) and Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) (10%).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to China?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, no airline regularly operates nonstop flights from Chicago to China. One-stop options include:

    • United Airlines
    • Korean Air
    • American Airlines

  • How often are flights from Chicago to China delayed and what's the average delay?

    100% of flights on this route are delayed by at least 15 minutes. The average delay is 2h 18m.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to China?

    On flights from Chicago to China you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks in China?

    KAYAK travelers' favorite landmarks in China include:

    • Canton Fair Complex
    • Shanghai Disneyland
    • French Concession
    • People's Square

  • 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.

Your guide to booking Chicago to China flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If you can plan ahead, the sweet spot for booking your flight is 23 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 24% lower than last-minute bookings (made within 2 weeks of departure). Not ready to commit? Set a Price Alert and we'll let you know when prices change.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, book your trip for January when flights are typically cheapest and avoid June when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Wednesday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Sunday cost about 19% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • If you're looking to save, Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX) is the cheapest airport to fly into from Chicago. If you have onward travel, don't forget to factor in the cost of your journey by train, bus or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in Shanghai, which is the most popular destination in China. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as Guangzhou, Beijing and Shenzhen.
  • 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.
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Korean AirOverall score based on 1219 reviews
8.1Food
8.3Comfort
8.7Crew
8.2Entertainment
8.5Boarding
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The crew was great. There was no wifi The cabin temperature got very hot Seat was uncomfortable

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Oct 2026
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The crew was great. There was no wifi The cabin temperature got very hot Seat was uncomfortable

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

Unlimited drinks and snacks on this long flight. Very courteous Korean staff !!!

Great crew, decent food Charging plugs were broken on both seats next to me. Only the USB port was available, and that charges, very, very slowly. Seat was also broken, it would not lock into position when reclining.

All was great on flight to Tokyo. The ROOM setup was very comfortable. Definitely will try to do again.

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

Cabin Crew was excellent. They took care of everything requested. Flight was good

The ROOM was great. We would love to have it on all of our flights. LOL

The pilot was kept warning about the weather terrifying us. The flight attendants were not warm or pleasant.

Flight was good and comfortable, even for long haul economy. No complaints.

Almost 6 hours of delay with over 12 gate changes. Flight was supposed to depart around 6 and instead depart after 12am. No accommodations were offered than some snacks closer to midnight when the crew was planning to throw away some snacks.

Everything was good may improve some alcohol drinks and amenities during fly

Wonderfully pleasant experience. Good meal and beverage selections. Professional air staff.

Wonderful. I love ANA airlines. It's the best so far. My first pick when I travel now.

Big selection and great food and beverages in business class with good service. Full recline but less privacy compared with Qatar.

Everything was good; they still provided a sandwich snack. Good crew

The legroom in economy on an A321 is wholly inadequate for a 6’3” man. Deeply dissatisfied.

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.

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.

Everything was fine and I have no complaints or things to note.

The economy seats are much indeed roomier. Meals needs improvement.

Food was hood for airline food with good poftion and variety in meals. Frequency of beverage service was very low and amount of soda with meals was inadequate.

From Chicago to Hong Kong was great., but from Hong Kong to manila we had hard time looking for the gate of our connecting flight. There wasn’t hardly any sign.

The flight crew was exceptionally good. Personal needs were well met. The food choices were very nice.

I always travel on Turkish Airlines but seriously I am I am considering to change because this is not the first time that the flight attendant are rude and they dont help. I asked for cold water with ice 5 times and I got water with no ice and this is not the first time to ask for something and you dont get it. Also I noticed this behavior only towards people who are not turkish.

Istanbul to Lahore flight was less than standard for international business class cabins. Seat did not were not flat and it did not operate easily. I had to push buttons hard repeatedly to operate the seat. I was in 5A seat

My, Syed Zawar Hussein Shirazi frequently flyer membership number was not included on my boarding pass from O’Hare to Istanbul despite my reminder to the attendant at check in. Further she forgot to give me my boarding pass form Istanbul to Lahore and she needs to improve her customer service, please 🙏

Chicago to Istanbul was a much better experience than I expected since I’m more accustomed to Qatar Airways business class. The business lounge in the Istanbul airport was amazing - loved the lockers and phone charging stations, and the bathroom was a spa experience in itself. The onward leg from Istanbul to Karachi was utterly disappointing. Terrible plane, and I felt like I was in economy - the seats don’t come near to lying flat and the food was mediocre. What a sad downgrade - it isn’t as though the ticket on that leg was cheaper. So, on that front, there’s no contest with Qatar airways.

Second leg of Turkish Airline with Indigo is disaster for following reason. 1) You have to carry your cabin bags through ladder to boeing 777 because it was parked somewhere in parking lot and was not given a gate to board passengers and this seems to be people traveling to and fro from those flights and is not issue with flight itself. 2) I choose non vegetarian food on Turkish portal way ahead of checkin to entire trip, However the Indigo flight gave me random veg food saying they code veg food code from Turkish. 3) Indigo did not served any alcoholic beverages stating some weird reason which is non nonsensical. 4)Indigo have TV screens in front of you but it displays nothing except "Welcome Onboard" with annoying white black ground in dark flight. This is the most stupidest and annoying part because you are held hostage for 7 hours and only thing you could do is stare back at white screen which does not have entertainment package or even flight tracker. Such a shame.

During mid flight, try to get a flight attendant to help I couldn’t find one Otherwise, everything was perfect

The 2 agents on the check in counter were super nice , helpful and very polite. Boarding was like a 1 2 3, I would recommend Turkish airlines for your next trip.

7 stars hospitality and an excellent service by the Turkish Airline entire team. Somehow, our membership numbers for mileage points were not indicated on our boarding passes issued at O’Hare Airport by the Turkish Airlines check in desk. During transit in Istanbul, I brought to attention of customer service Turkish Airlines. Please have our mileage points posted to our membership account from O’Hare Chicago to Lahore for both my wife Kaukab Shirazi Thank you

Terrible boarding process, no proper line maintained even for business class, crews are not very attentive, business class food quality / variety / quantity have gone down, everything has become cheap.

Food quality and the overall service of the staff and significantly decreased. The flight was delayed at the Istanbul airport and the passengers were kept onboard for more than 3 hours. The staff didn’t kept the passengers informed and everyone was upset.

It was good flight was smooth, little cold on the plane but other wise good.

Great flight and crew. Need more legroom and DO NOT allow seats to recline.

The guy in front of me was talking constantly, even when the pilot was making announcements. I found this very disrespectful to the pilot and to others.

We left 1.5 hours late due to a “maintenance” issue. Very poor communication as to when we would board & depart. The crew in First Class was uncharacteristically not friendly). Delay into Brussels cost me my connection to Rome so lost the entire first day of vacation ( had a 10:30am flight to Rome - ended up on a 6:55pm flight).

Everything was OK except the meals, that was overpriced chicken meat.

Miss My connection I had to take a flight from Indianapolis to Denver , then to san fransisco , sleep in sans fransisco en the flight to Los Cabos the next morning

The TVs on the plane were all broken and inoperable. No snacks or food were served. Plane was very old and uncomfortable.

Takeoff delayed 2 hrs. Boarded on time to find we were missing part of the flight crew. Then informed that they had loaded too much fuel. Spent 1 1/2 hrs sitting there burning off the excess, which included a couple of laps around the runway until we were light enough to fly! Ridiculous!

I especially enjoyed having a lightly packed flight which enabled me and my wife to occupy a three seat area with nobody in the middle seat.

The seats are very small, that is all the staff did a good job.

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