District of Columbia

$593+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to District of Columbia

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SHA — BWI
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to District of Columbia (USDC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$754
(oojo)

One-way from

$593
(Air China)
From Shanghai to District of Columbia
One-way flight from Shanghai to District of Columbia

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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/37:00 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop32h 10mAir China
Wed 3/56:30 amIAD - PVG
2 stops27h 50mAir China
Deal found 1/21$754
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/611:30 amSHA - IAD
2 stops33h 01mAir China
Thu 3/1312:40 pmIAD - SHA
2 stops34h 15mAir China
Deal found 1/20$1,072
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/34:30 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops28h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/510:20 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops46h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,119
This Egyptair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Egyptair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/201:05 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 05mEgyptair
Thu 9/1812:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop42h 55mEgyptair
Deal found 1/20$1,167
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/115:50 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops28h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/219:40 amDCA - PVG
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,178
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1110:55 amPVG - IAD
1 stop41h 40mBritish Airways
Wed 6/117:25 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop24h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$1,222
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/711:40 amPVG - IAD
1 stop41h 45mSWISS
Thu 3/209:45 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop22h 40mSWISS
Deal found 1/21$1,229
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1112:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop28h 20mLufthansa
Sat 3/295:35 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop24h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 1/21$1,232
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/61:40 pmSHA - IAD
1 stop32h 30mANA
Thu 3/1312:10 pmIAD - SHA
1 stop36h 15mANA
Deal found 1/20$1,237
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/611:00 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop33h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 3/49:25 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,241
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/195:50 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops28h 07mAir Canada
Wed 2/268:40 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops30h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 1/20$1,248
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/52:30 amPVG - IAD
1 stop26h 10mANA
Thu 3/138:20 amIAD - PVG
2 stops28h 55mANA
Deal found 1/20$1,259

Find flights from Shanghai to District of Columbia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to District of Columbia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/3

7:00 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop32h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/5

6:30 am-11:20 pm

2 stops27h 50m

$754

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

SHA - IAD

SHAIAD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/6

11:30 am-7:31 am

2 stops33h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/13

12:40 pm-10:55 am

2 stops34h 15m

$1,072

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/3

4:30 pm-7:33 am

2 stops28h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/5

10:20 pm-10:15 am

2 stops46h 55m

$1,119

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 4/20

1:05 am-5:10 am

1 stop40h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/18

12:00 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop42h 55m

$1,167

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - DCA

PVGDCA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/11

5:50 pm-8:57 am

2 stops28h 07m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/21

9:40 am-7:45 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$1,178

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/11

10:55 am-4:35 pm

1 stop41h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/11

7:25 pm-7:55 am

1 stop24h 30m

$1,222

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/7

11:40 am-4:25 pm

1 stop41h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/20

9:45 pm-8:25 am

1 stop22h 40m

$1,229

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/11

12:10 am-4:30 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/29

5:35 pm-5:55 am

1 stop24h 20m

$1,232

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

SHA - IAD

SHAIAD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/6

1:40 pm-9:10 am

1 stop32h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/13

12:10 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$1,237

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/6

11:00 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop33h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/4

9:25 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,241

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai to District of Columbia

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Shanghai to District of Columbia including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to District of Columbia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to District of Columbia (average of $241). Flying from Shanghai to District of Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PVG to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from Shanghai to District of Columbia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in District of Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit District of Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to District of Columbia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to District of Columbia. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Shanghai to District of Columbia, such as Korean Air, Air Canada and Air China. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.4
Very good
852 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.3
Very good
466 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to District of Columbia one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Shanghai to District of Columbia are Air China ($593), Qatar Airways ($621), and Turkish Airlines ($742).

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to District of Columbia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to District of Columbia (average of $241). Flying from Shanghai to District of Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Shanghai to District of Columbia

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$1,181Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ANACheapest$1,227Average$1,395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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