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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai from $441

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6:32 am - 10:15 amIAD-PVG
38h 43m2 stops
7:15 pm - 8:58 pmPVG-IAD
38h 43m2 stops
$1,052Air China
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Wed, Jan 29 - Tue, Feb 11
12:00 pm - 4:50 pmIAD-PVG
39h 50m1 stop
1:05 am - 5:10 amPVG-IAD
40h 05m1 stop
$1,055Egyptair
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Thu, Feb 20 - Sun, Mar 30
9:25 pm - 5:10 pmIAD-PVG
30h 45m1 stop
11:00 pm - 7:30 pmPVG-IAD
33h 30m1 stop
$1,123Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Jan 29 - Tue, Feb 11
9:25 pm - 5:10 pmIAD-PVG
30h 45m1 stop
11:00 pm - 12:35 pmPVG-IAD
25h 35m1 stop
$1,131Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Feb 27 - Tue, Mar 18
8:05 pm - 2:20 pmIAD-PVG
29h 15m1 stop
11:45 pm - 3:55 pmPVG-IAD
29h 10m1 stop
$1,256Qatar Airways
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Mon, Jan 20 - Tue, Feb 25
12:30 pm - 2:20 pmBWI-PVG
36h 50m2 stops
11:45 pm - 9:47 pmPVG-BWI
34h 02m2 stops
$1,269Qatar Airways
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Wed, Mar 5 - Tue, Mar 25
12:15 pm - 12:15 pmIAD-SHA
36h 00m1 stop
1:35 pm - 10:35 amSHA-IAD
33h 00m1 stop
$1,326ANA
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Tue, Apr 22 - Sun, Oct 12
1:15 pm - 1:15 amIAD-PVG
23h 00m2 stops
2:30 am - 9:10 amPVG-IAD
19h 40m1 stop
$1,329ANA
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Sun, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 11
5:00 am - 4:10 pmDCA-PVG
22h 10m2 stops
6:10 pm - 10:59 pmPVG-DCA
17h 49m1 stop
$1,524American Airlines
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Wed, Jan 22 - Wed, Mar 5
5:11 pm - 4:10 pmDCA-PVG
33h 59m1 stop
6:10 pm - 11:00 pmPVG-DCA
17h 50m1 stop
$1,529American Airlines
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Sun, Jan 26 - Thu, Feb 6
8:08 am - 1:10 amBWI-PVG
52h 02m2 stops
Mon, Jan 13
1:01 pm - 10:00 pmDCA-PVG
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Thu, Jan 9
12:35 pm - 4:45 pmIAD-PVG
40h 10m1 stop
$691Turkish Airlines
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5:15 pm - 3:20 pmBWI-PVG
33h 05m2 stops
$700Delta
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5:33 pm - 3:20 pmBWI-PVG
32h 47m1 stop
$711Delta
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9:25 pm - 5:10 pmIAD-PVG
30h 45m1 stop
$729Turkish Airlines
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8:05 pm - 2:20 pmIAD-PVG
29h 15m1 stop
$746Qatar Airways
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8:05 pm - 2:20 pmIAD-PVG
29h 15m1 stop
$761Qatar Airways
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Tue, Jan 7
11:05 am - 12:25 pmIAD-SHA
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$930ANA
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1:00 pm - 1:15 amDCA-PVG
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6:05 am - 3:20 pmBWI-PVG
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5:30 pm - 9:12 amPVG-BWI
28h 42m2 stops
$1,301Delta
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Sun, Dec 29 - Wed, Jan 22
6:05 am - 3:20 pmBWI-PVG
20h 15m1 stop
5:30 pm - 4:48 pmPVG-BWI
36h 18m1 stop
$1,303Delta
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Sun, Dec 29 - Wed, Jan 22
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30h 24m2 stops
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Sat, Dec 28 - Wed, Jan 22
8:05 pm - 2:20 pmIAD-PVG
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29h 10m1 stop
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Sat, Dec 28 - Mon, Jan 20
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Fri, Dec 27 - Mon, Jan 20
6:20 am - 9:25 pmBWI-PVG
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Sun, Dec 29 - Mon, Jan 20
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2:30 am - 1:51 pmPVG-BWI
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3:20 pm - 4:10 pmBWI-PVG
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6:10 pm - 11:00 pmPVG-BWI
17h 50m1 stop
$3,212American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 26 - Sun, Jan 5
7:00 pm - 4:10 pmBWI-PVG
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6:10 pm - 12:31 amPVG-BWI
19h 21m2 stops
$3,217American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 26 - Sun, Jan 5
9:25 pm - 5:10 pmIAD-PVG
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11:00 pm - 7:30 pmPVG-IAD
33h 30m1 stop
$6,697Turkish Airlines
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Air China flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai

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Air China
Jan 29
IAD6:32 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
38h 43m
2 stops
PVG10:15 amShanghai Pu Dong
Feb 11
PVG7:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong
38h 43m
2 stops
IAD8:58 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Air China
Mar 2
IAD6:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 55m
2 stops
SHA10:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 22
SHA7:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
19h 15m
1 stop
IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Air China
Mar 2
IAD6:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 55m
2 stops
SHA10:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 22
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 44m
2 stops
IAD9:14 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Turkish Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai

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Turkish Airlines
Jan 29
IAD9:25 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
30h 45m
1 stop
PVG5:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Feb 11
PVG11:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
33h 30m
1 stop
IAD7:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Turkish Airlines
Feb 27
IAD9:25 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
30h 45m
1 stop
PVG5:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Mar 18
PVG11:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
25h 35m
1 stop
IAD12:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Turkish Airlines
Jan 14
IAD2:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
38h 10m
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PVG5:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Feb 11
PVG11:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
33h 30m
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IAD7:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Washington, D.C. is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,173, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $1,344.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $1,457. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai for around $1,691.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Our data shows that the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the evening for as low as $1,221. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,813.

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Best Price Found

$441

Fastest flight time

18h 10m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $441. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,052.
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai takes 18h 10m
There are no direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Baltimore/Washington Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.
There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

  • How far is Washington, D.C. to Shanghai by plane?

    There are 7442.5 mi between Washington, D.C. and Shanghai. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 19h 45m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

    Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


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7.3
3,901 reviews
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7.5
3,789 reviews
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6.9
406 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $1,253Free CancellationRating
7.0
117 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,333Free CancellationRating
8.4
841 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,339Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,580 reviews
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7.2
10,000 reviews
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6.8
7,084 reviews
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8.4
1,024 reviews
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1,605 reviews
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