$449+ 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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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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 February 20, 2025.
Round-trip from | $1,042 (Kiwi.com) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $449 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $1,381 |
Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai
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 February 20, 2025.
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 February 20, 2025.
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Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
BaltimoreShanghai
BWI - PVG
BWIPVG
Baltimore/Washington
Sun 3/23
6:30 am-5:45 pm
1 stop23h 15m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 4/13
3:10 pm-1:55 pm
2 stops34h 45m
BaltimoreShanghai
BWI - SHA
BWISHA
Baltimore/Washington
Sun 4/6
6:30 am-10:40 pm
2 stops28h 10m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sun 4/13
7:55 am-5:46 am
3 stops33h 51m
BaltimoreShanghai
BWI - PVG
BWIPVG
Baltimore/Washington
Wed 3/12
6:15 am-6:45 pm
1 stop24h 30m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 4/1
8:10 pm-5:18 am
1 stop21h 08m
BaltimoreShanghai
BWI - PVG
BWIPVG
Baltimore/Washington
Mon 2/24
6:00 am-3:20 pm
1 stop20h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 3/24
5:30 pm-11:33 am
1 stop30h 03m
BaltimoreShanghai
BWI - PVG
BWIPVG
Baltimore/Washington
Tue 4/22
6:05 am-2:50 pm
1 stop20h 45m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 6/12
5:00 pm-6:31 pm
1 stop37h 31m
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
DCA - PVG
DCAPVG
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 4/8
5:00 am-2:50 pm
1 stop21h 50m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Fri 4/25
5:00 pm-12:55 am
1 stop19h 55m
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - PVG
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 4/8
6:18 am-2:50 pm
1 stop20h 32m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Fri 4/25
5:00 pm-10:42 pm
1 stop17h 42m
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 6/5
10:25 pm-10:45 am
1 stop24h 20m
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - PVG
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 4/29
12:15 pm-12:35 am
1 stop24h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 5/14
1:35 am-10:05 am
1 stop20h 30m
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - PVG
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 4/17
12:00 pm-4:50 pm
1 stop40h 50m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 4/24
1:10 am-5:10 am
1 stop40h 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 February 14, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 47 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,833). 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 February 20, 2025.
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 February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about ANA, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Overall
Crew
Food
Boarding
Entertainment
Reviews
Anonymous,Feb 2025
MNL - HND
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Food
Boarding
Entertainment
Reviews
Anonymous,Feb 2025
MNL - HND
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Food
Boarding
Entertainment
Reviews
Anonymous,Feb 2025
MNL - HND
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Food
Boarding
Entertainment
Reviews
Anonymous,Feb 2025
MNL - HND
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Food
Boarding
Entertainment
Reviews
Anonymous,Feb 2025
MNL - HND
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Food
Boarding
Entertainment
Reviews
Anonymous,Feb 2025
MNL - HND
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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$977 | Average$1,654 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$1,040 | Average$1,416 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,050 | Average$1,538 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$1,056 | Average$1,235 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,089 | Average$1,194 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,101 | Average$1,816 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,101 | Average$1,635 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,128 | Average$1,423 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$1,320 | Average$1,623 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% | |
| Cheapest$1,336 | Average$1,511 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% |