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Cheapest round-trip
$1,039
Typical prices: $1,201-$1,514
Philippine Airlines
Fri 2/23Sat 6/2
PVG - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$494
Typical prices: $759-$1,095
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/8
PVG - ORD • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Shanghai and Chicago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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PVG - MDW
Cheapest • 1% average savings
PVG - ORD
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October
Cheapest • 11% price drop
June
Most popular
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Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg $1,073 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 17h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Shanghai to Chicago

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Shanghai to Chicago

Tue, Feb 23 - Wed, Jun 2
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1:45 am - 4:55 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 10m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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11:45 pm - 2:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
26h 10m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$1,039Philippine Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 26
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9:30 am - 1:15 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
41h 45m2 stops Beijing Capital Los Angeles
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1:00 pm - 10:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
31h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Beijing Capital
$1,115Air China
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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5:35 pm - 2:37 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 02m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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3:30 pm - 4:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
34h 30m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,120Air Canada
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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5:35 pm - 2:37 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 02m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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3:30 pm - 4:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
34h 30m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,121Air Canada
Thu, Feb 25 - Wed, Jun 2
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4:55 pm - 4:55 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 00m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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11:45 pm - 2:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
26h 10m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$1,124Philippine Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 26
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5:35 pm - 9:23 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 48m2 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
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3:30 pm - 4:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
34h 30m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,127Air Canada
Fri, Dec 25 - Tue, Dec 29
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5:35 pm - 9:08 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 33m2 stops Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
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3:30 pm - 4:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
34h 30m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,129Air Canada
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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10:10 am - 6:14 amSHA  Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 04m2 stops Xiamen Gaoqi Intl Los Angeles
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2:10 pm - 12:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$1,132Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Jan 6
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5:35 pm - 2:37 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 02m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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3:35 pm - 4:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
34h 25m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,134Air Canada
Fri, Dec 25 - Tue, Dec 29
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5:35 pm - 2:37 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 02m1 stop Vancouver Intl
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3:30 pm - 4:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
34h 30m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,136Air Canada
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Price, demand and travel trends for Shanghai to Chicago flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Shanghai to Chicago typically range from $1,201 to $1,514. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,039, on Philippine Airlines.

What is the cheapest Shanghai to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Shanghai to Chicago routes. They average around $1,244 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai to Chicago?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Shanghai to Chicago. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Chicago at $1,112 round-trip.
•July ($1,569) and August ($1,516) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Shanghai to Chicago flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$494
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 62% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Shanghai Pu Dong Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Shanghai to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Shanghai to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Shanghai to Chicago flight questions, answered

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Shanghai to Chicago?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Shanghai to Chicago:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Shanghai to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Shanghai to Chicago takes 00m, covering 7,053 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Shanghai to Chicago?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Shanghai to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Shanghai to Chicago range from $1,201 to $1,514, with an average of $1,255 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,201 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Shanghai to Chicago changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,039 to $9,375. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Shanghai to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Shanghai to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $529, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates averaging $64:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates averaging $84:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates averaging $81:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Shanghai to Chicago?

    Flights from Shanghai to Chicago may depart from several airports in Shanghai area, including Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA), with arrivals available at Chicago area airports such as Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Shanghai to Chicago pass through?

    One-stop flights from Shanghai to Chicago most commonly connect through:

    • Tokyo Haneda (HND) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Shanghai to Chicago?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Shanghai to Chicago. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,225 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,516, a difference of $291.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Shanghai to Chicago?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 56m, compared with 19h 18m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 19h 58m via Tokyo Haneda (HND).

  • What is the time difference between Shanghai and Chicago?

    Chicago is 13 hours behind Shanghai (Central Time vs China Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Shanghai to Chicago flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,225, about $291 less than Monday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Shanghai to Chicago trip for October. Fares historically average $1,112 round-trip in that month - typically $457 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    • Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG
    • Skylark Motel Chicago Midway Airport

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