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$557 Find cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai departing on 9/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai (WAS-SHA)

 
These are the cheapest deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai currently on KAYAK along with options from the most popular airlines KAYAK users selected for this route. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

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Recent one-way flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai

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9:50 pm - 4:45 pmIAD-PVG
30h 55m1 stop
10:25 pm - 2:45 pmPVG-IAD
28h 20m1 stop
$1,069Turkish Airlines
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dom, set 22 - qui, out 10
4:40 pm - 4:45 pmIAD-PVG
36h 05m1 stop
10:50 pm - 12:00 pmPVG-IAD
25h 10m1 stop
$1,070Turkish Airlines
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ter, out 8 - seg, out 28
12:00 pm - 4:50 pmIAD-PVG
40h 50m1 stop
1:10 am - 5:10 amPVG-IAD
40h 00m1 stop
$1,096Egypt Air
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qui, set 26 - ter, out 8
9:50 pm - 4:45 pmIAD-PVG
30h 55m1 stop
10:25 pm - 2:45 pmPVG-IAD
28h 20m1 stop
$1,099Turkish Airlines
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dom, set 22 - sex, out 11
12:00 pm - 4:50 pmIAD-PVG
40h 50m1 stop
1:10 am - 5:10 amPVG-IAD
40h 00m1 stop
$1,115Egypt Air
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ter, ago 27 - qui, set 12
9:05 pm - 4:30 pmIAD-PVG
31h 25m1 stop
11:45 pm - 3:55 pmPVG-IAD
29h 10m1 stop
$1,145Qatar Airways
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qua, set 25 - seg, nov 25
9:05 pm - 4:30 pmIAD-PVG
31h 25m1 stop
11:45 pm - 3:55 pmPVG-IAD
29h 10m1 stop
$1,152Qatar Airways
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ter, out 15 - dom, nov 3
12:00 pm - 4:50 pmIAD-PVG
40h 50m1 stop
2:05 am - 1:30 pmPVG-IAD
23h 25m1 stop
$1,251
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ter, set 3 - seg, set 16
9:05 pm - 8:15 pmIAD-PVG
35h 10m2 stops
12:35 am - 4:10 pmPVG-IAD
27h 35m1 stop
$1,261
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ter, set 24 - dom, out 13
4:55 pm - 10:50 amIAD-PVG
29h 55m2 stops
12:05 pm - 12:10 pmPVG-IAD
36h 05m2 stops
$1,365China Airlines
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sáb, set 14 - ter, out 8
7:10 pm - 10:40 pmIAD-PVG
39h 30m3 stops
$557
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sáb, set 14
12:00 pm - 4:50 pmIAD-PVG
40h 50m1 stop
$563Egypt Air
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qui, ago 29
9:50 pm - 4:45 pmIAD-PVG
30h 55m1 stop
$697Turkish Airlines
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seg, set 16
9:50 pm - 4:45 pmIAD-PVG
30h 55m1 stop
$736Turkish Airlines
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sáb, set 14
10:55 am - 4:30 pmIAD-PVG
41h 35m1 stop
$873Qatar Airways
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sex, ago 16
10:55 am - 4:30 pmIAD-PVG
41h 35m1 stop
$881Qatar Airways
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seg, jul 22
12:29 pm - 1:15 pmDCA-PVG
36h 46m2 stops
$945Cathay Pacific
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qui, set 5
12:29 pm - 12:05 pmDCA-SHA
35h 36m2 stops
$945Cathay Pacific
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qui, ago 29
6:05 am - 3:15 pmBWI-PVG
21h 10m2 stops
$951Delta
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qua, jun 26
6:33 pm - 3:15 pmBWI-PVG
32h 42m2 stops
$957Delta
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qui, jun 27
6:00 pm - 9:50 amIAD-PVG
27h 50m2 stops
2:05 am - 1:30 pmPVG-IAD
23h 25m1 stop
$1,343
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seg, jun 3 - seg, jul 29
6:00 pm - 9:50 amIAD-PVG
27h 50m2 stops
2:05 am - 1:30 pmPVG-IAD
23h 25m1 stop
$1,446
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sáb, jun 1 - seg, jun 17
9:05 pm - 4:30 pmIAD-PVG
31h 25m1 stop
12:35 am - 4:10 pmPVG-IAD
27h 35m1 stop
$1,638Qatar Airways
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dom, jun 2 - dom, jun 16
10:55 am - 4:30 pmIAD-PVG
41h 35m1 stop
12:35 am - 4:10 pmPVG-IAD
27h 35m1 stop
$1,659Qatar Airways
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dom, jun 2 - sáb, jun 22
5:30 pm - 7:55 amDCA-PVG
26h 25m2 stops
11:00 am - 4:24 pmPVG-DCA
41h 24m2 stops
$1,815British Airways
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ter, jun 4 - seg, jun 24
5:30 pm - 7:55 amDCA-PVG
26h 25m2 stops
11:00 am - 4:24 pmPVG-DCA
41h 24m2 stops
$1,865British Airways
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ter, jun 4 - qui, jun 20
12:15 pm - 12:35 amIAD-PVG
24h 20m1 stop
8:25 am - 3:50 pmPVG-IAD
19h 25m1 stop
$1,923ANA
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dom, jun 2 - seg, jun 17
10:55 am - 10:20 pmIAD-PVG
23h 25m1 stop
7:15 am - 8:40 amPVG-IAD
37h 25m1 stop
$1,984Emirates
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seg, jun 3 - seg, jun 24
12:45 pm - 12:35 amIAD-PVG
47h 50m2 stops
1:35 am - 7:26 amPVG-IAD
41h 51m2 stops
$2,015ANA
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sáb, jun 1 - sex, jun 7
10:55 am - 10:20 pmIAD-PVG
23h 25m1 stop
7:15 am - 8:40 amPVG-IAD
37h 25m1 stop
$2,094Emirates
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seg, jun 3 - ter, jun 25

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

The average price of all flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Shanghai on a Sunday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai is February, where tickets cost $1,247 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of tickets is $2,182 and $2,079 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 49 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 3 days, Egypt Air offered the best one-way deal for that route, at $563. KAYAK users also found Washington, D.C. to Shanghai round-trip flights on Turkish Airlines from $1,069 and on Egypt Air from $1,096.

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Flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai

  • Which other cities can I connect to from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai will give you an opportunity to visit some of the cities in China comfortably while using Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) as your departure station. You can explore Hangzhou, Huangshan, Wuxi, and Nanjing.

  • Which airline among those flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai is more eco-friendly?

    Consider reserving your ticket with Japan Airlines, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, and ANA if you want to fly in an eco-friendly aircraft. These airlines feature planes whose engines are fuel-filled and feature a program that deals with carbon emission reduction.

  • What are the common layover airports for flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

    Always expect to have several layovers on long flights, such as flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. For instance, if flying with United Airlines and Eva Air, expect stops at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). When using Qatar Airways, you’ll stop at Hamad International Airport (DOH), and Tokyo International Airport (HND) when flying with Emirates.

  • Which airline(s) among those flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai have the option to upgrade from economy to first class?

    If you book economy with Japan Airlines and Qatar Airways, you can select to upgrade to first class by paying a modest fee to your ticket. You can fly first class for less money if you take advantage of this opportunity than if you book directly in first class.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai was $557 for a one-way ticket and $1,069 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Washington, D.C. and Shanghai?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Washington, D.C. and on arrival in Shanghai.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

    Washington, D.C. is served by 2 major airports and there are 2 airports in Shanghai. You will leave Washington, D.C. from one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You will be arriving in Shanghai at one of these airports: Shanghai Pu Dong or Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Washington, D.C. and Shanghai, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Shanghai from Washington, D.C.?

    Tokyo is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Shanghai from Washington, D.C. is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Shanghai with an airline and back to Washington, D.C. with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Shanghai from Washington, D.C. up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai

  • Flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai typically leave from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and arrive at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). To connect easily from the city center to DCA for a flight, consider taking the Metro system’s Blue and Yellow Lines, located centrally in the city.
  • Flying with kids on long flights such as flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai can be difficult and tiresome. To avoid this, consider reserving your ticket with Japan Airlines or Qatar Airways, which features onboard kids’ amenities such as video games, family movies, complimentary snacks, and bassinets.
  • If you have a person with limited mobility, or you are one of them, consider consulting with your airline during your ticket reservation on how to access some of the special services offered in the airport. DCA and PVG offer special services such as the wheelchair, accessible parking, and first boarding of the PRMs.
  • If you plan to fly with your four-legged companion on flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai, consider reserving your ticket with Japan Airlines or Korean Air, which features pet relief areas at the departure and arrival stations. However, your pet should not way more than 20 lbs if you plan to fly with it in a cabin.
  • Upon landing at Shanghai through Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) for a holiday vacation, consider using the onsite car rentals to visit some of the tourist sites – such as Shanghai Wild Animal Park and Waterfall Clock – located some miles from the airport. You’ll reserve your car model at the car counter located at Terminal 1 near the baggage claim area.
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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
9/14sáb
3 stops
39h 30mIAD-PVG
$557
8/29qui
1 stopEgypt Air
40h 50mIAD-PVG
$563
9/16seg
1 stopTurkish Airlines
30h 55mIAD-PVG
$697
9/14sáb
1 stopTurkish Airlines
30h 55mIAD-PVG
$736
8/16sex
1 stopQatar Airways
41h 35mIAD-PVG
$873
7/22seg
1 stopQatar Airways
41h 35mIAD-PVG
$881
9/5qui
2 stopsCathay Pacific
36h 46mDCA-PVG
$945
8/29qui
2 stopsCathay Pacific
35h 36mDCA-SHA
$945
6/26qua
2 stopsDelta
21h 10mBWI-PVG
$951
6/27qui
2 stopsDelta
32h 42mBWI-PVG
$957

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Last minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai that are departing in the next 10 days.
6/3seg
multi-stop
27h 50mIAD-PVG
7/29seg
multi-stop
23h 25mPVG-IAD
$1,343
6/1sáb
multi-stop
27h 50mIAD-PVG
6/17seg
multi-stop
23h 25mPVG-IAD
$1,446
6/2dom
multi-stopQatar Airways
31h 25mIAD-PVG
6/16dom
multi-stopQatar Airways
27h 35mPVG-IAD
$1,638
6/2dom
multi-stopQatar Airways
41h 35mIAD-PVG
6/22sáb
multi-stopQatar Airways
27h 35mPVG-IAD
$1,659
6/4ter
multi-stopBritish Airways
26h 25mDCA-PVG
6/24seg
multi-stopBritish Airways
41h 24mPVG-DCA
$1,815
6/4ter
multi-stopBritish Airways
26h 25mDCA-PVG
6/20qui
multi-stopBritish Airways
41h 24mPVG-DCA
$1,865
6/2dom
multi-stopANA
24h 20mIAD-PVG
6/17seg
multi-stopANA
19h 25mPVG-IAD
$1,923
6/3seg
multi-stopEmirates
23h 25mIAD-PVG
6/24seg
multi-stopEmirates
37h 25mPVG-IAD
$1,984
6/1sáb
multi-stopANA
47h 50mIAD-PVG
6/7sex
multi-stopANA
41h 51mPVG-IAD
$2,015
6/3seg
multi-stopEmirates
23h 25mIAD-PVG
6/25ter
multi-stopEmirates
37h 25mPVG-IAD
$2,094

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