$403+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai are usually found in February or April, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday
Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 diciembre 18, 2024.
Round-trip from | $1,113 (Kiwi.com) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $403 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,689 |
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to ShanghaiExplore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 18, 2024.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 18, 2024.
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 diciembre 18, 2024.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
BaltimoreShanghai
BWI - PVG
BWIPVG
Baltimore/Washington
lun. 1/20
8:08 am-5:45 pm
1 stop44h 37m
Shanghai Pu Dong
mié. 2/5
11:55 am-8:14 pm
2 stops45h 19m
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - PVG
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
dom. 4/27
9:40 pm-4:45 pm
1 stop31h 05m
Shanghai Pu Dong
jue. 5/29
10:25 pm-10:50 am
1 stop24h 25m
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - PVG
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
mar. 1/21
12:00 pm-4:50 pm
1 stop39h 50m
Shanghai Pu Dong
mar. 2/11
11:45 pm-3:55 pm
1 stop29h 10m
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - PVG
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
jue. 5/22
12:00 pm-6:55 pm
1 stop42h 55m
Shanghai Pu Dong
dom. 6/15
1:05 am-5:10 am
1 stop40h 05m
BaltimoreShanghai
BWI - SHA
BWISHA
Baltimore/Washington
lun. 1/13
6:10 pm-6:35 pm
3 stops35h 25m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
vie. 1/31
8:35 am-7:10 pm
2 stops23h 35m
BaltimoreShanghai
BWI - PVG
BWIPVG
Baltimore/Washington
lun. 3/3
6:00 am-3:20 pm
1 stop20h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
mié. 3/26
5:30 pm-10:59 pm
1 stop17h 29m
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - PVG
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
mar. 4/8
9:05 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop31h 25m
Shanghai Pu Dong
mar. 5/6
12:35 am-4:10 pm
1 stop27h 35m
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - PVG
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
dom. 4/6
7:59 pm-6:35 pm
2 stops34h 36m
Shanghai Pu Dong
mar. 4/29
12:05 pm-11:51 am
2 stops35h 46m
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
DCA - PVG
DCAPVG
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
mié. 1/22
5:32 pm-12:30 pm
2 stops29h 58m
Shanghai Pu Dong
mié. 2/12
7:00 pm-9:28 am
2 stops27h 28m
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - PVG
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
mar. 4/8
12:15 pm-8:40 pm
1 stop20h 25m
Shanghai Pu Dong
dom. 4/27
1:35 am-10:35 am
1 stop21h 00m
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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 49 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai (average of $1,193). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to PVG?
Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 diciembre 18, 2024.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 diciembre 18, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Delta and ANA. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Boarding
Comfort
Entertainment
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Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?
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Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?
Food
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Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?
Food
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Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?
Food
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Overall
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Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?
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Top 10 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$1,020 | Average$1,191 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,040 | Average$1,427 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,056 | Average$1,234 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,253 | Average$1,888 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$1,333 | Average$1,700 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% | |
| Cheapest$1,339 | Average$1,907 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,398 | Average$1,840 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$1,452 | Average$1,616 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$1,469 | Average$1,575 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$1,491 | Average$1,740 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% |