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$492+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Shanghai, China

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — SHA
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reagan-National (DCA) 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 December 18, 2024.

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$1,312
(oojo)

One-way from

$492
(Kiwi.com)
From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/3111:54 amDCA - PVG
2 stops32h 16mBritish Airways
Mon 1/2010:55 amPVG - DCA
2 stops45h 19mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,707
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/224:48 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops32h 32mQatar Airways
Mon 12/3011:45 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops46h 39mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,865
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/308:45 pmDCA - SHA
2 stops50h 35mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/2010:30 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops33h 27mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/17$2,061
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/311:00 pmDCA - SHA
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/201:10 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops40h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,074
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2412:13 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops61h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/292:30 amPVG - DCA
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,216
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/238:30 amDCA - PVG
2 stops27h 45mANA
Fri 12/272:30 amPVG - DCA
2 stops24h 45mANA
Deal found 12/17$2,350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/256:00 amDCA - PVG
1 stop20h 20mDelta
Fri 12/275:30 pmPVG - DCA
1 stop18h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/17$2,359
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/295:59 amDCA - PVG
2 stops39h 11mCathay Pacific
Tue 1/75:30 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops29h 02mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/17$2,480
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/316:30 amDCA - PVG
1 stop20h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/206:10 pmPVG - DCA
1 stop28h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,798
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/248:40 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops30h 20mAir Canada
Mon 12/305:50 pmPVG - DCA
3 stops31h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$2,807
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/225:49 pmDCA - SHA
2 stops28h 56mJapan Airlines
Fri 12/271:10 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops22h 30mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/17$3,191
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/319:20 amDCA - PVG
2 stops40h 15mSingapore Airlines
Mon 1/204:25 pmPVG - DCA
3 stops41h 34mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 12/17$8,126

Find flights from Reagan-National to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Reagan-National 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 December 18, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/22

5:32 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops29h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/12

7:00 pm-9:28 am

2 stops27h 28m

$1,312

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/17

6:32 am-12:20 pm

2 stops40h 48m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/12

1:35 pm-4:29 pm

2 stops38h 54m

$1,327

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/3

5:15 pm-10:50 am

2 stops28h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/29

7:50 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops37h 05m

$1,376

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/25

7:44 am-1:15 am

2 stops28h 31m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/18

2:30 am-1:17 pm

2 stops22h 47m

$1,405

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/16

8:55 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop29h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/2

5:30 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop18h 53m

$1,428

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/16

8:30 am-12:25 pm

2 stops38h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 1/29

1:40 pm-11:59 am

2 stops35h 19m

$1,472

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/9

6:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/20

8:50 am-10:35 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$1,485

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/9

6:06 am-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 04m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/28

6:10 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$1,520

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/3

4:25 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/11

6:25 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops36h 35m

$1,660

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/1

6:03 pm-9:10 am

2 stops26h 07m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/8

10:55 am-4:41 pm

2 stops42h 46m

$1,689

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Travel insights for flights from Reagan-National to Shanghai

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

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Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 42% on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 December 18, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, Delta and Qatar Airways from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,329 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai round-trip from $1,312. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are ANA, from $1,405, and Delta, from $1,428.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $771 on Cathay Pacific. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include ANA from $888 and Qatar Airways from $941 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Reagan-National to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to Shanghai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,193). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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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