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$434+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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SHA — WAS
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$684
(Vakatrip)

One-way from

$434
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,744
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 February 20, 2025.

This Vakatrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Vakatrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/2612:00 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 50mLufthansa
Wed 4/211:05 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop28h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 2/18$684
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 3/276:10 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops26h 44mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/26:30 amDCA - PVG
1 stop20h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$961
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 3/266:10 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops26h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/26:18 amIAD - PVG
1 stop20h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/18$961
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/212:00 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop32h 50mKorean Air
Thu 3/611:50 amIAD - PVG
1 stop19h 35mKorean Air
Deal found 2/19$979
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 3/198:55 amSHA - IAD
2 stops24h 09mAir China
Wed 3/268:20 amIAD - SHA
2 stops26h 35mAir China
Deal found 2/19$983
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/106:25 pmSHA - IAD
1 stop28h 25mKorean Air
Fri 3/2112:50 pmIAD - SHA
1 stop40h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 2/20$1,009
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 2/216:10 pmPVG - BWI
1 stop33h 12mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/67:01 pmBWI - PVG
1 stop32h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,010
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 3/268:50 amPVG - BWI
3 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/28:27 pmBWI - PVG
3 stops35h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$1,063
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 3/268:50 amPVG - IAD
3 stops32h 44mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/27:31 amIAD - PVG
2 stops24h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$1,100
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Wed 3/195:50 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops26h 15mAir Canada
Wed 3/2610:08 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops29h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 2/19$1,176
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 2/201:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop41h 00mEgyptair
Thu 3/612:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop39h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 2/19$1,213
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Tue 3/182:30 amPVG - IAD
1 stop19h 40mANA
Wed 3/261:35 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop23h 40mANA
Deal found 2/19$1,221

Find flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Shanghai

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/26

12:00 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop40h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/2

11:05 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop28h 45m

$684

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - DCA

PVGDCA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/27

6:10 pm-8:54 am

2 stops26h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/2

6:30 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$961

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/26

6:10 pm-8:50 am

2 stops26h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/2

6:18 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 32m

$961

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/19

8:50 am-10:50 am

1 stop38h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/26

12:50 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop35h 45m

$982

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

SHA - IAD

SHAIAD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/19

8:55 am-9:04 pm

2 stops24h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/26

8:20 am-10:55 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$983

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

SHA - IAD

SHAIAD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/10

6:25 pm-10:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/21

12:50 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop40h 20m

$1,009

ShanghaiBaltimore

PVG - BWI

PVGBWI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/27

6:10 pm-2:23 pm

1 stop32h 13m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/2

6:03 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 47m

$1,010

ShanghaiBaltimore

PVG - BWI

PVGBWI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/26

8:50 am-5:25 am

3 stops32h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/2

8:27 pm-8:10 pm

3 stops35h 43m

$1,063

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/26

8:50 am-5:34 am

3 stops32h 44m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/2

7:31 am-8:10 pm

2 stops24h 39m

$1,100

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/19

5:50 pm-8:05 am

2 stops26h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/26

10:08 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops29h 52m

$1,176

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

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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, 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 $389). 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 February 20, 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 February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air, ANA 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,299 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Currently priced at $684, Lufthansa will fly you from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Korean Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $961 and $982, respectively. Lufthansa is priced at 59% 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 American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $541. Air China flights start at $542 while deals on British Airways start at $567 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Shanghai Pu Dong - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl is the most popular route 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.

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    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, 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 $389). 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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Air ChinaCheapest$1,181Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ANACheapest$1,227Average$1,368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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