Shanghai

$541+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Shanghai, China

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DCA — SHA
Mar 17 — Mar 241
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Cheap flight deals from Reagan-National to Shanghai

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 March 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,142
(Ovago)

One-way from

$541
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,301
From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Shanghai
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($158 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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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 March 12, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/212:45 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops21h 50mANA
Mon 11/102:30 amPVG - DCA
2 stops22h 15mANA
Deal found 3/11$1,137
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/163:30 pmDCA - SHA
2 stops32h 45mANA
Wed 5/71:35 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops36h 36mANA
Deal found 3/12$1,142
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Mon 4/217:00 amDCA - PVG
1 stop22h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2012:10 pmPVG - DCA
1 stop21h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/10$1,155
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/96:00 amDCA - PVG
2 stops21h 25mDelta
Wed 5/145:30 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops29h 30mDelta
Deal found 3/10$1,160
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 3/115:18 pmDCA - PVG
1 stop34h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/186:10 pmPVG - DCA
1 stop18h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/10$1,163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/188:59 amDCA - PVG
1 stop44h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/229:35 amPVG - DCA
2 stops43h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,268
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/188:20 amDCA - PVG
2 stops23h 25mJapan Airlines
Thu 1/158:50 amPVG - DCA
2 stops25h 05mJapan Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,277
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Wed 4/166:05 pmDCA - SHA
2 stops29h 20mJapan Airlines
Thu 9/1112:50 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops22h 10mJapan Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,301
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Tue 4/88:59 amDCA - PVG
2 stops42h 01mAsiana Airlines
Tue 4/1511:40 amPVG - DCA
2 stops45h 19mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,354
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Tue 3/256:00 amDCA - PVG
2 stops23h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 5/2712:20 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops33h 09mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/11$1,363
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/2012:35 pmDCA - SHA
2 stops35h 30mCathay Pacific
Tue 5/131:20 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops32h 09mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/10$1,363
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Wed 6/44:35 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops33h 30mAir Canada
Tue 6/243:55 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops30h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 3/12$1,482

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 March 12, 2025.

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Reagan-National

Fly to

Shanghai

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/16

3:30 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops32h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/7

1:35 pm-2:11 pm

2 stops36h 36m

$1,142

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/21

7:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/20

12:10 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop21h 24m

$1,155

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/9

6:00 am-3:25 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/13

3:45 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$1,160

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/20

3:30 pm-12:35 am

2 stops21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/20

1:35 am-9:05 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$1,194

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/18

8:59 am-5:15 pm

1 stop44h 16m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/22

9:35 am-5:32 pm

2 stops43h 57m

$1,268

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/12

5:14 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop33h 36m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/22

5:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop19h 55m

$1,279

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/15

9:30 am-7:45 pm

2 stops22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/15

9:05 am-10:36 pm

2 stops25h 31m

$1,288

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/16

6:05 pm-11:25 am

2 stops29h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/11

12:50 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops22h 10m

$1,301

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/8

8:59 am-3:00 pm

2 stops42h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/15

11:40 am-8:59 pm

2 stops45h 19m

$1,354

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/25

6:00 am-5:40 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/27

12:20 pm-9:29 am

2 stops33h 09m

$1,363

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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 March 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air, ANA and Japan Airlines 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.

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

8.4
Very good

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

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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 $1,142. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,155, and Delta, from $1,161.

  • 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 $626 on ANA. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Korean Air from $702 and Cathay Pacific from $713 one-way.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,187). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,818). 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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DeltaCheapest$1,133Average$1,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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