Chicago to Shenzhen (ORD–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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ORD–SZX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. CSG and China Southern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 7,762 miles in approximately 14h 49m. Beyond nonstop, 32 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSG CSG | 3 | 77L | 14h49-15h39 | – | – | |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 3 | 77F | 15h55-17h40 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
ORD: CDT · SZX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 7:00 AM (next day) in Shenzhen.
US passport holders can enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a temporary policy running through December 31, 2026. This covers tourism, business visits, and transit. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
For stays beyond 30 days, a standard visa from a Chinese embassy or consulate is required before departure. Separate 144-hour and 72-hour visa-free transit programs exist at select airports for travelers continuing to a third country.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from downtown Loop stations to O'Hare (45 min, $5). Pace buses serve suburbs. Ride-shares cost $35–55 from downtown depending on traffic; add 30+ minutes during rush hour on the Kennedy Expressway.Economy parking lots E/F connect via ATS people mover. Terminal 5 (international) is separate from Terminals 1–3; allow extra time for inter-terminal transfers.
Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) connects to Futian station (30 min, ¥20) and Luohu (45 min, ¥28); from Futian you can cross to Hong Kong via the Futian/Lok Ma Chau checkpoint. Trains run 6am to midnight.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥60–100. Ferries to Hong Kong run from the adjacent Fuyong Ferry Terminal (45 min, HK$300–350); a convenient alternative to land crossings. Car rentals are limited; private car hire with driver is common for business travel.
Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid (28–34°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall and frequent typhoons. Typhoon season peaks July through September and can close the airport for 12–24 hours. Thunderstorms cause delays throughout the wet season.
Winters are mild and mostly dry (10–20°C). Spring brings persistent fog and drizzle (February–April) that can disrupt morning departures. October and November are the most pleasant months.
ORD–SZX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ORD to SZX
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are connected by nonstop service from CSG and China Southern Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
ORD to SZX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ORD to SZX ranges from 14 hours 49 minutes to 17 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 7,762 miles (12,491 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
32 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 16 hours via HRB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.