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$399+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai, China

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BWI — SHA
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from District of Columbia (USDC) to Shanghai (CN2). 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

$1,143
(Air China)

One-way from

$399
(Kiwi.com)
From District of Columbia to Shanghai
One-way flight from District of Columbia to Shanghai

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

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.
Sat 3/155:35 pmIAD - SHA
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/111:30 amSHA - IAD
2 stops25h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,143
This Egyptair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Egyptair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2712:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgyptair
Sun 4/61:05 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 05mEgyptair
Deal found 1/19$1,143
This Air China 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/410:20 pmIAD - SHA
2 stops35h 35mAir China
Tue 3/1110:30 pmSHA - IAD
2 stops34h 34mAir China
Deal found 1/20$1,144
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/309:40 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop31h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 5/2910:25 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop33h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,146
This Air China 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/276:10 amIAD - PVG
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/304:20 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,147
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/246:00 amDCA - PVG
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Wed 4/93:45 pmPVG - DCA
1 stop19h 25mDelta
Deal found 1/21$1,155
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/287:30 amIAD - PVG
1 stop19h 55mDelta
Tue 5/273:45 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop19h 13mDelta
Deal found 1/21$1,155
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 2/266:30 amIAD - PVG
2 stops27h 50mAir China
Mon 3/314:20 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop35h 20mAir China
Deal found 1/19$1,159
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2310:05 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop32h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/812:10 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop19h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,165
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/267:00 pmDCA - PVG
1 stop32h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/106:10 pmPVG - DCA
1 stop19h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,169
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/16:10 amIAD - PVG
1 stop21h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/276:10 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop17h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/19$1,170
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/66:00 amDCA - PVG
2 stops24h 40mJapan Airlines
Tue 3/186:35 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops40h 25mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,187

Find flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai within your budget

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/28

7:40 am-7:45 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/10

5:00 pm-7:50 am

2 stops26h 50m

$1,140

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/15

5:35 pm-9:55 am

2 stops28h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/1

11:30 am-1:09 am

2 stops25h 39m

$1,143

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/30

9:40 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/29

10:25 pm-10:50 am

1 stop24h 25m

$1,146

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/28

10:05 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops36h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/15

7:00 pm-9:14 pm

2 stops38h 14m

$1,147

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/17

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/2

3:45 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop19h 31m

$1,155

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/26

6:00 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops31h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/12

10:30 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$1,155

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/28

6:10 am-5:25 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/27

8:10 pm-7:50 am

1 stop23h 40m

$1,155

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/17

7:42 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops33h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/29

5:30 pm-8:31 am

2 stops27h 01m

$1,160

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/26

6:30 am-11:20 pm

2 stops27h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/18

4:30 pm-5:21 am

2 stops48h 51m

$1,169

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/15

6:18 am-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 52m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/1

5:00 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop17h 14m

$1,170

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Shanghai

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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 $1,843). 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 January 21, 2025.

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 January 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, Delta and United Airlines 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
1,039 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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
1,328 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

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 District of Columbia to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Egyptair, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $522. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air China and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, as they are both options that can get you from District of Columbia to Shanghai for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from District of Columbia to Shanghai?

  • Can I find deals for flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on District of Columbia to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai?

    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 $1,843). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,040Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,050Average$1,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
EgyptairCheapest$1,056Average$1,235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,089Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$1,159Average$1,892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$1,331Average$1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,398Average$1,855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$1,450Average$1,744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Korean AirCheapest$1,481Average$1,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
SWISSCheapest$1,491Average$1,740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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