Washington, D.C.

$538+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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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 diciembre 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,116
(Qatar Airways)

One-way from

$538
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,407
From Shanghai to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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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 diciembre 18, 2024.

This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/191:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop41h 00mEgyptair
jue. 1/212:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop39h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 12/17$1,108
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sáb. 12/2810:55 amPVG - IAD
1 stop41h 40mBritish Airways
mié. 1/226:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop26h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,232
This Justfly.com 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/2810:55 amPVG - DCA
2 stops43h 21mBritish Airways
mié. 1/2211:45 amDCA - PVG
2 stops32h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,364
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/281:30 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops28h 41mUnited Airlines
mié. 1/221:15 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops40h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,417
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sáb. 12/2810:55 amPVG - BWI
1 stop44h 50mBritish Airways
mié. 1/228:30 pmBWI - PVG
1 stop23h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,459
This Justfly.com 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/272:30 amPVG - DCA
2 stops24h 45mANA
mié. 1/222:05 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops22h 10mANA
Deal found 12/17$1,602
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vie. 12/2012:45 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/212:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,629
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sáb. 12/285:30 pmPVG - BWI
2 stops28h 24mDelta
mié. 1/224:47 pmBWI - PVG
2 stops33h 33mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,720
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sáb. 12/2812:10 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops21h 38mMultiple Airlines
mié. 1/226:06 amDCA - PVG
1 stop21h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,771
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vie. 12/206:10 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops25h 56mAmerican Airlines
jue. 1/26:30 amDCA - PVG
1 stop20h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,809
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.
vie. 12/2011:30 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops32h 35mEthiopian Air
jue. 1/28:40 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops30h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/17$1,813
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sáb. 12/288:55 amSHA - IAD
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
mié. 1/226:32 amIAD - SHA
2 stops27h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,840

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ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 3/8

11:45 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop29h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 3/21

11:35 am-2:20 pm

1 stop38h 45m

$1,116

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 12/28

10:55 am-3:35 pm

1 stop41h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 1/22

6:00 pm-9:10 am

1 stop26h 10m

$1,232

ShanghaiBaltimore

PVG - BWI

PVGBWI

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 2/16

10:55 am-6:45 pm

1 stop44h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 3/23

9:30 pm-9:10 am

1 stop23h 40m

$1,249

ShanghaiBaltimore

PVG - BWI

PVGBWI

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 2/16

4:30 pm-10:25 am

3 stops30h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 3/23

7:10 pm-1:20 pm

3 stops30h 10m

$1,260

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 4/2

10:05 am-4:25 pm

1 stop42h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 9/18

8:45 pm-7:05 am

1 stop22h 20m

$1,264

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 3/18

12:10 am-4:30 pm

1 stop28h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 9/10

5:40 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$1,287

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

SHA - IAD

SHAIAD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 5/15

1:35 pm-10:35 am

1 stop33h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 6/2

12:35 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop35h 40m

$1,295

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 5/14

1:35 am-3:40 pm

1 stop26h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 6/2

3:30 pm-12:35 am

2 stops21h 05m

$1,296

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - DCA

PVGDCA

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 4/2

9:00 am-11:29 pm

2 stops26h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 9/18

8:59 am-7:45 pm

2 stops22h 46m

$1,315

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

SHA - IAD

SHAIAD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 3/25

6:25 pm-10:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 9/12

1:25 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 40m

$1,316

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. (average of $299). Flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 diciembre 18, 2024.

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 diciembre 18, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with ANA, Cathay Pacific and British Airways 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.
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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?

8.4
Very good
839 reviews
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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?

8.4
Very good
1,018 reviews
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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?

8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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?

8.3
Very good
477 reviews
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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?

8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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 Shanghai to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,232, British Airways will fly you from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from SWISS and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,264 and $1,287, respectively. British Airways is priced at 25% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $642. Air China flights start at $715 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $728 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Shanghai to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. 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 Shanghai to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. (average of $299). Flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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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Top airline flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

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ANACheapest$1,227Average$1,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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