Flying from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Chicago. Check out your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when searching for a flight from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Expect to be in the air for 14 hours 50 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai. The city operates on the UTC+8 timezone and is 13 hours ahead of Chicago.
Choose from 3 direct flights a week between O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). This is the most popular route, with United Airlines offering a 10am departure from ORD to PVG.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to PVG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
In high season, allow for extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) operate out of this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport with United Airlines. This popular airline operates departures from ORD.
United Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from ORD to PVG.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to PVG. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near O'Hare International Airport:
Of all flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% touch down on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Chicago Midway International Airport:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Chicago to PVG flight? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
Flights that take off from RFD land at their destination on schedule 76.19% of the time.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near PVG and get cosy, quick:
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is Rs133,195. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs261,239. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book three months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chicago to PVG.
Organise your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring cheap Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Plan your visit to Shanghai in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Chicago to PVG flight ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Shanghai to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Shanghai right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Chicago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Your visit to Shanghai should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that should be on your list include 外滩-观景平台, 外滩建筑群 and Shanghai Museum.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Travel around 306 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its leading sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Puyang is another must-experience destination in China and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without a visit to Poet Town, 江南第一家郑义门古建筑群 and Xuanlushan Scenic Area.
