About This Route
Chicago to Shanghai (Minhang) is served by Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, offering multiple options for award travelers. Compare 9 loyalty programs to find the best value for your points. Award prices start from 10,000 points in economy. Use our search tool to check real-time award availability on this route.
Award Pricing Comparison
| Program | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Miles | 10,000 | 25,000 | 40,000 |
| Aeroplan | 12,500 | 25,000 | -- |
| ANA Mileage Club | 20,000 | 50,000 | 75,000 |
| Virgin Points | 25,000 | 95,000 | -- |
| Avios (BA) | 27,500 | 88,000 | 75,000 |
| Emirates Skywards | 30,000 | 87,000 | 163,500 |
| Qatar Avios | 35,000 | 80,000 | 135,000 |
| Turkish Miles | 45,000 | 90,000 | -- |
| Etihad Guest | 70,000 | 140,000 | 245,000 |
Points shown are approximate one-way prices. Actual pricing may vary based on dates, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.
Airlines Flying This Route
Cathay Pacific
CX
Japan Airlines
JL
Best Programs for This Route
Asia Miles
Biz: 25,000 ptsAeroplan
Biz: 25,000 ptsANA Mileage Club
Biz: 50,000 ptsVirgin Points
Biz: 95,000 ptsAvios (BA)
Biz: 88,000 ptsEmirates Skywards
Biz: 87,000 ptsQatar Avios
Biz: 80,000 ptsTurkish Miles
Biz: 90,000 ptsEtihad Guest
Biz: 140,000 ptsBooking Tips
- Asia Miles offers the cheapest economy award at 10,000 points
- Best business class value: Asia Miles at 25,000 points
- First class available from 40,000 points via Asia Miles
- Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
Frequently Asked Questions
How many points to fly from Chicago to Shanghai (Minhang)?
The cheapest option is Asia Miles starting at 10,000 points in economy. Compare 9 programs on this page to find the best value for your loyalty currency.
What is the cheapest business class from Chicago to Shanghai (Minhang) with points?
Asia Miles offers business class for 25,000 points one-way. Other options include Aeroplan at 25,000 points.
Which loyalty programs can I use for ORD to SHA?
You can book this route with Asia Miles, Aeroplan, ANA Mileage Club, Virgin Points, Avios (BA), Emirates Skywards, Qatar Avios, Turkish Miles, Etihad Guest. Most of these programs accept transfers from major credit card currencies like Amex, Chase, and Capital One.
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