$476+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 April 17, 2025.
Round-trip from | $1,048 (FlightHub) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $476 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | February |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $1,007 |
Find flight deals from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.
Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
ShanghaiWashington, D.C.
PVG - IAD
PVGIAD
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 10/12
12:35 am-3:40 pm
1 stop27h 05m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 10/23
9:00 pm-4:30 pm
1 stop31h 30m
ShanghaiWashington, D.C.
PVG - IAD
PVGIAD
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 5/19
11:35 pm-3:00 pm
1 stop27h 25m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 11/20
8:45 pm-8:25 am
1 stop22h 40m
ShanghaiWashington, D.C.
PVG - DCA
PVGDCA
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 10/13
5:00 pm-12:56 am
1 stop19h 56m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Thu 10/23
6:36 am-2:50 pm
1 stop20h 14m
ShanghaiWashington, D.C.
PVG - IAD
PVGIAD
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 8/28
9:30 am-2:35 pm
1 stop41h 05m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 11/23
6:00 pm-5:30 pm
1 stop34h 30m
ShanghaiBaltimore
PVG - BWI
PVGBWI
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 10/13
5:00 pm-12:04 pm
1 stop31h 04m
Baltimore/Washington
Thu 10/23
6:38 am-2:50 pm
1 stop20h 12m
ShanghaiWashington, D.C.
PVG - IAD
PVGIAD
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 9/2
5:00 pm-10:45 am
1 stop29h 45m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 2/15
5:54 pm-4:10 pm
2 stops33h 16m
ShanghaiWashington, D.C.
PVG - DCA
PVGDCA
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 10/12
1:35 am-10:34 pm
2 stops32h 59m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Thu 10/23
9:40 am-8:55 pm
2 stops23h 15m
ShanghaiWashington, D.C.
PVG - IAD
PVGIAD
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 8/21
10:10 am-4:15 pm
1 stop42h 05m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 11/23
8:45 pm-8:25 am
1 stop22h 40m
ShanghaiWashington, D.C.
SHA - IAD
SHAIAD
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mon 10/13
1:35 pm-10:05 am
1 stop32h 30m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 10/23
12:15 pm-12:15 pm
1 stop36h 00m
ShanghaiWashington, D.C.
PVG - IAD
PVGIAD
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 10/12
1:35 am-10:05 am
1 stop20h 30m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 10/23
8:20 am-12:35 am
2 stops28h 15m
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $383). 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 PVG to WAS?
Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
When flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C., the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 34% versus a flight in the afternoon.
Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month
Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.
Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month
Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Boarding
Crew
Food
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Comfort
Boarding
Crew
Food
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Comfort
Boarding
Crew
Food
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Comfort
Boarding
Crew
Food
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Comfort
Boarding
Crew
Food
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
Comfort
Boarding
Crew
Food
Entertainment
Overall
Reviews
Anonymous,Feb 2025
SFO - TPE
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$1,157 | Average$1,240 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$1,227 | Average$1,351 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% |