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      Flight deals from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 15,573. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Shanghai.R 7,378 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,378, select.
      Shanghai.R 7,378 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Mar.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,378, select.
      Shanghai.R 7,381 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 28 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,381, select.
      Shanghai.R 7,384 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,384, select.
      Shanghai.R 7,785 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,785, select.
      Shanghai.R 7,996 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,996, select.
      Shanghai.R 8,011 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,011, select.
      Shanghai.R 8,134 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,134, select.
      Shanghai.R 8,159 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,159, select.
      Shanghai.R 8,397 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,397, select.
      Shanghai.R 9,581 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 2 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,581, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Shanghai Pudong flights are currently cheapest in January.
      Sep
      from R 7,785
      Oct
      from R 8,159
      Nov
      from R 8,397
      Dec
      from R 8,134
      Jan
      from R 7,378
      Feb
      from R 7,996
      Mar
      from R 7,378
      Apr
      from R 8,011
      May
      from R 7,384
      Jun
      from R 9,581
      Jul
      from R 7,381
      Aug
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      Direct flights from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong

      Air China
      China Cargo
      China Southern
      Suparna Airlines Co

      Chicago to Shanghai Pudong: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Chicago to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Pudong.

      Shanghai Hongqiao

      14km from central Shanghai
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      Shanghai Pudong

      33km from central Shanghai
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      Chicago to Shanghai: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 7,378
      Cheapest month to flyJanuary
      Average flight time14 hrs, 26 mins
      Most popular airlineAir China
      Average flights per week63

      Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong is R 15,573. 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 to Shanghai Pudong.
      Air China, China Southern and China Cargo fly direct from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong.
      As of September 2026, there are 63 flights per week flying from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong.
      The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong Airport on Monday, 19 October 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 Pudong 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.

      The cheapest airline that flies to Shanghai Pudong is Cathay Pacific .

      Flying from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): What you need to know

      • Shanghai is 14 hours ahead of Chicago. Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.

      • Leave enough time to catch your flight from Chicago to PVG. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • July is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Christmas, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.

      Airports in Chicago

      Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

      • Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to PVG. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:

        • Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)

        • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

        • Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

      • ORD is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.

      • Looking for a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:

      • Of the flights that depart from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive on time at their destination.

      • The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

      Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

      • Break up your flight from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and PVG include:

        • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

        • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

        • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

      • MDW is around 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.

      • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to PVG flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:

      • Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive on schedule.

      • MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.

      Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

      • RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.

      • Make catching an early Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:

      • Flights departing from RFD arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 71% of the time.

      • You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.

      About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

      Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai

      • Shanghai Pudong International Airport is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes or so to drive to the city.

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

      How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

      • R 7,378 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Return flights start from R 15,573. These prices may change based on demand.

      • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to PVG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

      • If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport ticket.

      • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Chicago to PVG is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

      • Find an affordable flight from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

      The best time to fly from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

      • February is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Visit Shanghai in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.

      • When booking your Chicago to PVG plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

      • Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

      More about Shanghai

      Explore more of China

      • Shanghai is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

      • If you're interested in discovering another great destination in China, head for Puyang, roughly 257 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea are key reasons to visit.

      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.