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Cheap Flights from Chicago to China

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
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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

Sun, Aug 17 - Tue, Sep 2
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7:05 am - 1:50 pmORD-PVG
41h 45m2 stops
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3:10 pm - 5:40 amPVG-ORD
27h 30m2 stops
Sun, Aug 17 - Tue, Sep 2
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7:05 am - 12:50 pmORD-SHA
40h 45m2 stops
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2:10 pm - 5:40 amSHA-ORD
28h 30m2 stops
Sun, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 14
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7:06 pm - 7:00 pmORD-PEK
34h 54m2 stops
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3:30 pm - 11:59 amPEK-ORD
33h 29m2 stops
Wed, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 17
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4:00 pm - 12:25 pmORD-PEK
31h 25m1 stop
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7:25 am - 2:25 pmPEK-ORD
20h 00m1 stop
$998Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 20
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4:00 pm - 10:50 amORD-PEK
29h 50m1 stop
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7:25 am - 2:25 pmPEK-ORD
20h 00m1 stop
$1,026Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 16
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12:10 pm - 10:15 pmORD-PEK
21h 05m1 stop
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1:30 am - 9:30 amPEK-ORD
21h 00m1 stop
$1,066Korean Air
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Tue, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 17
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1:05 am - 7:45 pmORD-PEK
29h 40m1 stop
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8:25 am - 3:45 pmPEK-ORD
20h 20m1 stop
$1,076Japan Airlines
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Sun, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 14
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12:10 pm - 9:30 pmORD-PEK
20h 20m1 stop
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6:30 pm - 9:30 amPEK-ORD
28h 00m1 stop
$1,084Korean Air
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Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Feb 9
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12:30 am - 4:30 pmORD-SHA
27h 00m1 stop
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7:40 pm - 7:35 pmSHA-ORD
37h 55m1 stop
$1,146EVA Air
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Mon, Sep 29 - Sun, Nov 9
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12:30 am - 4:30 pmORD-SHA
27h 00m1 stop
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7:40 pm - 7:35 pmSHA-ORD
37h 55m1 stop
$1,148EVA Air
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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 Chicago to China flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Chicago to China.

The cheapest ticket to China from Chicago found in the last 72 hours was to Beijing, at $1,605 round-trip. The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $1,605.

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 November, when tickets cost $1,163 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,767 and $1,649 respectively.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago to China clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to China on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Friday. On your return trip to Chicago, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Thursdays for better deals.

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 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.


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Low seasonFebruary
High seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$443
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
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.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to China?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to China is generally in the afternoon, when round-trip flights cost $1,229 on average. Morning departures are around 100% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to China is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,517.

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
EVA AirOverall score based on 1219 reviews
8.4Boarding
8.3Comfort
8.6Crew
8.1Food
8.0Entertainment
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Flight Attendants could have been nicer and food portions could be bigger.

8.0 ExcellentKaye, Jul 2025JFK - TPE
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Flight Attendants could have been nicer and food portions could be bigger.

Great experience, comfort and food is delicious. Always great service and one time

The food from Los Angeles to Taipei made me throw up. The flight is also not comfort. But the staffs are very friendly and nice.

Sub sandwhich for a snack through mid flight and giving a bottle water was a good idea

I appreciate the email reminders for online check-in which made my entry to the lines less stressful. The flight was on schedule and on time. The baording staff were proactively helpful and approachable. The airplane inflight food, entertainment and comfies as well as provisions are excellent even in the economy seating. The airline transfer was smooth and easy! Luggage safe and intact! Thank you EVA airline for making my trip a reliable safe and comfortable experience.

Very smooth flight. Superb crew, great food and service. Slept most of the way. Excellent airline.

I was sleep when they brought the food. They had put a note on my seat. There was no food when I asked for food later. There was just one main meal served in this 14 hours flight. They offered me sandwich with ham which I don’t eat since I am pescatarian. Long story short I had to wait to get to TPE to get something to eat. I am extremely disappointed from the service. I have been flying EVA since I was 1 year old. Perhaps no more EVA for me. Seems EVA glorious day is long gone

delayed and the cabin crew was like trainees.. a bit careless and not so pleasing to their job

The app was awful. No accurate info. Paying for internet is a negative (Delta is free). The crew was very nice for the most part although you are not guaranteed to get good service. Some crew would ignore requests for things as simple as a cup of water if you were sleeping when the first serving was made. Food was great. Male crew member was exceptionally kind and responsive.

Good experience but could be better for people with injuries and needing extra assistance

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

Korean Air is unlike any other major airline I have flown with. The grace and respect that the staff has from check in to de-boarding is unmatched. The flight attendants this time were especially wonderful to my five little children. They helped us rearrange to more suitable seating, brought our children’s meals, and patiently waited for them in the aisles when they had to use the bathroom. We felt so welcome and comfortable. I really appreciate the meal voucher when our flight was delayed. I am grateful to have had such an stress-free experience.

Not many people, so you can lay down on two seats

The delay in Korea was a pain and set us back a day. I have to give big props to Korean Air for setting up a hotel with dinner and transportation to and from the hotel. I also needed assistance with a wheelchair and they did an outstanding job.

Great except for the delay in Korea. Korean Air did a great job setting up a hotel for the night. I also needed assistance with a wheelchair and they were outstanding.

The flight was on time and very quick, as expected, but the leg room isn't great in coach seats.

Just a typical domestic poor flight nothing more. There is no food choices in such a flight. Crew doesn't really care if you are on-board or not

long flights are difficult but the crew and amenities made it a very good experience

I avoid American Airlines for a reason. Our flight was delayed at LAX. The situation at the gate was chaotic. The woman making announcements wasn't being clear or transparent regarding why there were delays. There was a lot of confusion regarding flight and gate status. Other passengers were pretty rude. I was elbowed in the eye by someone who was in a hurry to get their bags from the overhead bin immediately after the flight landed. Ultimately, I will avoid AA as much as possible in the future.

I love Japan Airlines! I go out of my way to book with them. It is regrettable that the One World Alliance includes American Airlines though. The last leg of my flight from LAX to Austin was easily the worst, most disorganized part of the trip. Next time I will plan to fly directly from DFW to Haneda to avoid American Airlines as much as possible.

Overall a great experience. One complain was the vegetarian food that my wife had which was mostly boiled vegetables with not much flavor.

We booked business class round trip from Delhi to San Diego and back. On our last leg from Bangalore to Delhi we were down graded to economy class which was big disappointment other than that everything was great.

Had an incident with a stewardess who insisted that I take a seat. I informed her that I came to use the restroom and to have some water. After using the restroom, I wanted to stretch my legs out a little cuz my knees were aching from sitting. I understood her concern for my concern and the potential turbulence (she said she knows this route and the turbulence and safety is not to be taken lightly) but I felt that her mood, tone, demeanor, and a lack of compassion for the pain in my knees were not the proper way to address a customer or anyone for that matter. This left a bitter taste in my mouth. It was her lack of professionalism that surprised me.

It was good but need mor amenities for toiletries and entertainment

The entree wasn’t very good. The rice was soggy. The side dishes were all good though. The breakfast was also good. The crew were excellent, as usual.

This portion of the trip from HCMC to Dallas was operated by American Airline. Unfortunately they are 2 steps below JAL in overall quality. Regardless, AAStill got me where I needed to go on time.

First experience with JAL so was okay to pretty good. 10 hour flight in premium select seat. . Seats in that category should be better than pretty good. Seat pan a little short for tall people but plenty of leg room; I think JAL in process of new planes? Also, — they could have offered a bit more water throughout flight and meals not the greatest. That said, certainly 200 percent better than a very recent AK Air International flight in similar cabin class in comfort and meals.

It's a domestic flight, but still the JAL quality shone through. The crew were polite and helpful and even prepared little gifts / souvenirs for the children on the flight, and everyone got a simple drink. The free wifi for entertainment on the personal device was also a great boon, and the shows surprisingly decent. Would recommend.

Cabin crew is very helpful and nice, it is another level of service compared to Air Canada

As before, my only problem was not being able to download my boarding passes prior to arrival at the airport. Everything else was perfect.

If I had blood clots, that window seat would've killed me for certain.

The food and service was great. You have to pay a lot for in flight Internet though which is lame.

I've stomach problems after 2 hours of flight, Iris, the flight purser not only did her best to make me feel comfortable, she went above and beyond providing pain relievers medicines and ointment. She look and found a doctor passenger on the flight to provide advise. She even report on ground staffs about my condition and provide wheelchair upon arrival. Kudos to her and Cathay Pacific!

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

The flight was delayed for 30 mins. The overall experience was good.

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

flight delayed 45 mins - missed connection - 1 hr layover became 8 hr layover waiting for next flight -

Fast boarding flight on time boarded plane back to front instead of stupid zone groups like US airlines do...

It was delayed instead of departing at 9:20pm, we departed at 11pm… putting us in Columbus after 2am! It was awful. Had I known about the delay, I could have spent some time in the United Lounge… I was starving because I started my journey in Budapest… so I was exhausted and hungry. Plus I had to make new arrangements to be picked up at the airport in Columbus, instead of midnight it was 2:30 am after getting luggage and out of airport. Not feasible. I would have just stayed in Chicago for the night and gotten a morning flight.

It was great, I’m very grateful for the pilots and crew flight attendants for everything.

Evidently, my seat had the only broken TV. I couldn’t plug it in, get it to come on, or watch anything, and of course, no one could fix it while we were on the plane. The service was good and the boarding was quick

The boarding of took of late.The presentation of the food was horrable as was the tast of the food was cold and tastless.

Delay and keep changing gates. I have to run around from B to C then to E.

I was charged for my daughters bag when I am supposed to receive two free checked bags with my United Explorer card.

The schedule to Moline changed 5 times. The gate changed 6 times. That is a pathetic way to run an airline. No wonder that no one in our company flies on United Express to or from Moline. Changes happen most of the time. I learned my lesson on this trip…never again!

Flight was great. Efficient boarding. Short flight. Early arrival. Friendly flight crew. The entertainment system did not work well. Could not access it until the aircraft reached 10K feet or more. Lots of glitches.

A bit rush for transit. Food and entertainment are not available

Boarding was a little difficult. The gate area at O'Hare was very small and crowded due to multiple gates in the area. Could not hear the intercom, so had to rely on signage to see when my group was boarding and the signage was blocked by passengers standing in the gate. Flight was great and we arrived in Montreal on time.

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