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Flight deals from Chicago O'Hare International to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 927 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.786 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 786 €, select.
Shanghai.808 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 808 €, select.
Shanghai.810 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 810 €, select.
Shanghai.832 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan, returning Sun, 31 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 832 €, select.
Shanghai.855 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Apr, returning Mon, 19 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 855 €, select.
Shanghai.858 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 858 €, select.
Shanghai.862 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 862 €, select.
Shanghai.863 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 863 €, select.
Shanghai.865 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 865 €, select.
Shanghai.867 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Fri, 13 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 867 €, select.
Shanghai.872 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan, returning Thu, 18 Feb.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 872 €, select.
Shanghai.875 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 875 €, select.
Shanghai.875 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Wed, 23 Dec.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 875 €, select.
Shanghai.900 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar, returning Mon, 8 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 900 €, select.
Shanghai.903 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Mar, returning Tue, 6 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 903 €, select.
Shanghai.910 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 910 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago O'Hare International to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from 1.340 €
Aug
from 927 €
Sep
from 862 €
Oct
from 810 €
Nov
from 808 €
Dec
from 875 €
Jan
from 832 €
Feb
from 875 €
Mar
from 900 €
Apr
from 855 €
May
from 917 €
Jun
from 925 €

Direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Shanghai

Alternative Chicago O'Hare International to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Chicago O'Hare International to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
Closest
from 862 €
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from 786 €
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Chicago to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found786 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time14 hrs, 26 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week63

Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Shanghai is 786 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
14 hours and 26 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago O'Hare International to Shanghai.
Air China, China Southern and China Cargo fly direct from Chicago O'Hare International to Shanghai.
As of July 2026, there are 126 flights per week flying from Chicago O'Hare International to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Shanghai is usually November.
If you're flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from 786 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Shanghai on Monday, 30 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 26 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is 14 hours ahead of Chicago, where Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located.

  • For a relaxed start to your ORD to Shanghai flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Flying over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from ORD to Shanghai. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Located around 26 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a hotel close to ORD? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Shanghai, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:

  • When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Shanghai

  • 427 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Shanghai flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 786 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ORD to Shanghai if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.

  • Landing cheap tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Shanghai is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest fares throughout the month and land a sweet deal.

  • You don't need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from ORD to Shanghai.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Shanghai.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel close to PVG if you have a late flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Shanghai. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:

  • Improve your chances of snagging the best deal by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from ORD to Shanghai is a wise move.

  • PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • After your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Shanghai has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 40 minutes or so.

  • After stepping off your ORD to Shanghai flight, kick back at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from SHA in advance. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during busy airport times.

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Shanghai, while February is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Shanghai based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book a Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from ORD to Shanghai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • Puyang is another standout destination in China and is around 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. No journey is complete without experiencing Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.

Plan the rest of your trip from Chicago to Shanghai

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.