Shanghai

$704+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai

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IAD — SHA
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/299:55 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop22h 15mBritish Airways
Sat 12/710:55 amPVG - IAD
1 stop45h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,191
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/42:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop38h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/1611:00 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,202
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/304:35 pmIAD - SHA
2 stops28h 20mAir China
Tue 12/37:45 amSHA - IAD
1 stop19h 25mAir China
Deal found 11/19$1,235
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/304:35 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops31h 25mAir China
Mon 12/97:00 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop32h 10mAir China
Deal found 11/19$1,235
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sat 11/304:35 pmIAD - SHA
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/48:55 amSHA - IAD
2 stops25h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,263
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/306:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/45:30 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,302
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/288:30 amDCA - PVG
2 stops27h 45mANA
Tue 12/102:30 amPVG - DCA
2 stops23h 46mANA
Deal found 11/19$1,303
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Thu 11/2811:05 amIAD - SHA
1 stop36h 20mANA
Wed 12/111:40 pmSHA - IAD
1 stop32h 30mANA
Deal found 11/19$1,304
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 11/2711:05 amIAD - PVG
1 stop21h 20mANA
Tue 12/32:30 amPVG - IAD
2 stops26h 43mANA
Deal found 11/19$1,365
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/45:58 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops26h 12mBritish Airways
Thu 12/1210:55 amPVG - DCA
2 stops35h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,381
This ANA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 ANA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/410:30 amDCA - PVG
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/152:30 amPVG - DCA
2 stops23h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,386
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Wed 12/45:58 pmDCA - SHA
2 stops28h 47mJapan Airlines
Thu 12/121:10 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops22h 28mJapan Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,455

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Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/15

2:00 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop38h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/28

11:00 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$1,180

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/8

7:40 pm-6:05 am

2 stops45h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/6

11:45 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$1,203

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/17

9:55 pm-9:10 am

1 stop22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/10

10:55 am-3:35 pm

1 stop41h 40m

$1,206

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/30

4:35 pm-9:55 am

2 stops28h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/3

7:45 am-2:10 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$1,235

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/30

4:35 pm-9:55 am

2 stops28h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/4

8:55 am-9:11 pm

2 stops25h 16m

$1,263

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/27

12:45 pm-1:15 am

2 stops23h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/19

2:30 am-4:40 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$1,291

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/17

6:59 am-10:25 pm

2 stops26h 26m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/7

2:20 am-9:00 pm

3 stops31h 40m

$1,300

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/20

9:29 am-10:10 am

2 stops35h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/12

2:45 pm-9:28 am

2 stops31h 43m

$1,327

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/20

9:29 am-12:20 pm

2 stops37h 51m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/10

10:30 pm-4:27 pm

2 stops30h 57m

$1,327

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/27

7:44 am-1:15 am

2 stops28h 31m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/19

2:30 am-2:09 pm

2 stops23h 39m

$1,339

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Travel insights for flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from District of Columbia to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). 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 DC to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai as you normally would.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with British Airways, ANA and Cathay Pacific from District of Columbia to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The only reason I gave comfort a good and not an excellent is over something Korean Air has no control. I choose an aisle seat so I can easily stand and walk to the lavatory and so I have only one seat mate to contend with. In my case, I had someone who chose to horn in on my space. At its worst, she laid her head on her companion’s lap with her feet close to me. She made sure her feet were covered with her blanket and scrunched up so she wasn’t exactly in my face. That was good enough for me not to complain to the fight attendants.

8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The only reason I gave comfort a good and not an excellent is over something Korean Air has no control. I choose an aisle seat so I can easily stand and walk to the lavatory and so I have only one seat mate to contend with. In my case, I had someone who chose to horn in on my space. At its worst, she laid her head on her companion’s lap with her feet close to me. She made sure her feet were covered with her blanket and scrunched up so she wasn’t exactly in my face. That was good enough for me not to complain to the fight attendants.

8.4
Very good
833 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The only reason I gave comfort a good and not an excellent is over something Korean Air has no control. I choose an aisle seat so I can easily stand and walk to the lavatory and so I have only one seat mate to contend with. In my case, I had someone who chose to horn in on my space. At its worst, she laid her head on her companion’s lap with her feet close to me. She made sure her feet were covered with her blanket and scrunched up so she wasn’t exactly in my face. That was good enough for me not to complain to the fight attendants.

8.3
Very good
1,460 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The only reason I gave comfort a good and not an excellent is over something Korean Air has no control. I choose an aisle seat so I can easily stand and walk to the lavatory and so I have only one seat mate to contend with. In my case, I had someone who chose to horn in on my space. At its worst, she laid her head on her companion’s lap with her feet close to me. She made sure her feet were covered with her blanket and scrunched up so she wasn’t exactly in my face. That was good enough for me not to complain to the fight attendants.

8.3
Very good
476 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The only reason I gave comfort a good and not an excellent is over something Korean Air has no control. I choose an aisle seat so I can easily stand and walk to the lavatory and so I have only one seat mate to contend with. In my case, I had someone who chose to horn in on my space. At its worst, she laid her head on her companion’s lap with her feet close to me. She made sure her feet were covered with her blanket and scrunched up so she wasn’t exactly in my face. That was good enough for me not to complain to the fight attendants.

8.3
Very good
778 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,024 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The only reason I gave comfort a good and not an excellent is over something Korean Air has no control. I choose an aisle seat so I can easily stand and walk to the lavatory and so I have only one seat mate to contend with. In my case, I had someone who chose to horn in on my space. At its worst, she laid her head on her companion’s lap with her feet close to me. She made sure her feet were covered with her blanket and scrunched up so she wasn’t exactly in my face. That was good enough for me not to complain to the fight attendants.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $713. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and China Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from District of Columbia to Shanghai for a low price.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia to Shanghai 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 District of Columbia to Shanghai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from District of Columbia to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). 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 10 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,020Average$1,181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,042Average$1,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,050Average$1,644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
EgyptairCheapest$1,056Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$1,339Average$1,898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$1,349Average$1,758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,398Average$1,857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$1,452Average$1,635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Korean AirCheapest$1,469Average$1,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
SWISSCheapest$1,491Average$1,740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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