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One-way fare
- Lowest observed
- €508, departing 19 Nov 2026 (Last checked: 24 Oct 2026)One-way fareCheck live prices for this route
- Airlines seen
- United Airlines, Air Canada, ANA, China Eastern, Etihad Airways, Korean Air, Xiamen Air (7)
- Non-stop
- Yes
About this route
Explore the fares we observed from Shanghai to Chicago. Prices move often, so pick your dates to see the latest options.
- Route distance
- 11,357 km
- Alternative airports
- SHA, CGX, DPA, MDW, PWK, RFD
Route-level information; individual journeys vary.
Published schedules report non-stop service with United Airlines, American Airlines. Check current timetables.
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Airport to city: straight-line distance
- Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) → Shanghai, city gazetteer reference point (31.2304, 121.4737): ≈ 14 km.
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) → Shanghai, city gazetteer reference point (31.2304, 121.4737): ≈ 33 km.
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) → Chicago, city gazetteer reference point (41.8781, -87.6298): ≈ 14 km.
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) → Chicago, city gazetteer reference point (41.8781, -87.6298): ≈ 25 km.
- Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) → Chicago, city gazetteer reference point (41.8781, -87.6298): ≈ 126 km.
Approximate distances calculated from coordinates, not road distances or travel times. These airports serve the city; they are not confirmed endpoints of an offer.
Frequently asked
How much is a flight from Shanghai to Chicago?
The lowest fare Routavio has observed is €508, found on 24 Oct 2026. Prices move, so read it as a floor rather than a quote.
When is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Chicago?
In our observations November 2026 is the cheapest month so far, at €508.
Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Chicago?
Yes. Published schedules report non-stop flights on this route with United Airlines, American Airlines.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Chicago?
Routavio has seen these carriers on the route: United Airlines, Air Canada, ANA, China Eastern, Etihad Airways, Korean Air, Xiamen Air (7).
How long does the flight from Shanghai to Chicago take?
Across the 32 fares Routavio observed, the average journey time is 40h 08m, including any stops. Individual departures vary; the fastest observed flight is listed in the route facts above.
How observed prices work, what "No data" means and what a fare includes: Read the flight price guide · Price and schedule freshness on Routavio
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