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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl departing on 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$1,050
Typical prices: $1,108-$1,281
Cathay Pacific
Mon 9/21Tue 10/6
ORD - SHA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$504
Typical prices: $677-$729
XiamenAir
Sun 9/6
ORD - SHA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago and Hongqiao Intl. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,048 (round-trip)
Detroit (DTW)
Shortest trip • 18h 01m (one-way)
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When to book
2 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl (CHI-SHA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Oct 6
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4:15 pm - 12:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
30h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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4:50 pm - 1:55 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,050Cathay Pacific
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 23
ANA Logo
4:25 pm - 12:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
30h 00m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
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1:40 pm - 7:20 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 40m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$1,072ANA
Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Mar 23
ANA Logo
4:25 pm - 12:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
30h 00m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 8:20 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 40m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$1,072ANA
Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Oct 6
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:15 pm - 12:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
30h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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4:50 pm - 1:55 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,074Cathay Pacific
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 15
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6:06 pm - 1:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
30h 09m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Beijing Capital
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5:30 pm - 5:15 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 45m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,109Air China
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 30
Air China Logo
3:47 pm - 11:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
30h 08m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
5:30 pm - 5:20 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 50m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,109Air China
Mon, Sep 21 - Sun, Sep 27
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12:30 am - 4:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 00m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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7:40 pm - 8:45 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 05m1 stop Taipei City Sung Shan
$1,253EVA Air
Tue, Sep 22 - Sun, Sep 27
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12:30 am - 4:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 00m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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7:40 pm - 8:45 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 05m1 stop Taipei City Sung Shan
$1,253EVA Air
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 29
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2:10 pm - 11:20 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 10m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
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1:10 pm - 8:55 pmSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 45m2 stops Tokyo Haneda San Francisco
$1,360Japan Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30
Japan Airlines Logo
2:10 pm - 11:20 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 10m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
Japan Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 10:45 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 00m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$1,369Japan Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Hongqiao Intl flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Chicago usually cost between $1,073 and $1,257 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,050 on Cathay Pacific (Sep 21-Oct 6).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost $1,086 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,481 and $1,439 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$504
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

When to book flights from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Hongqiao Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport was $504 for a one-way ticket and $1,050 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl from Chicago.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    On your way to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, you’ll fly out from one of these Chicago airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl. You’ll be landing at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Shanghai, EVA Air or Korean Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Shanghai are EVA Air and Korean Air. With an average price for the route of $1,185 and an overall rating of 8.5, EVA Air is the most popular choice. Korean Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,374 and an overall rating of 8.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl from Chicago 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

    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 to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

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

    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 to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Hongqiao Intl (SHA)