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Today’s best flight deals from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

September 21 - September 28

Cheapest
Best

PVG - Washington, D.C.

$1,292

$1,079

Round trip

December 1 - December 8

PVG - Washington, D.C.

$1,290

$1,178

Round trip

November 6 - November 24

PVG - Washington, D.C.

$1,093

$1,199

Round trip

November 3 - November 24

PVG - Washington, D.C.

$1,084

$1,199

Round trip

September 17 - September 21

PVG - Washington, D.C.

$1,126

$1,200

Round trip

November 1 - November 30

PVG - Washington, D.C.

$1,077

$1,203

Round trip

September 1 - September 8

Earliest

PVG - Washington, D.C.

$1,084

$1,204

Round trip

September 11 - September 13

PVG - Washington, D.C.

$1,132

$1,205

Round trip

November 22 - November 26

PVG - Washington, D.C.

$1,345

$1,205

Round trip

November 23 - November 27

PVG - Washington, D.C.

$1,345

$1,205

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

For those planning cheap flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C., fares typically range from $1095–$2068, with a median of $1553. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value can be challenging.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.? The most affordable month to fly is typically September, with a median fare of $1013. Other cost-effective options include October, with a median of $1054, and November, where the median fare is $1058.
Most itineraries for this route are connecting flights, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2. This means you should expect at least one layover on your journey from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.
How long is the flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 36h 55m. This median duration accounts for the common connecting itineraries on this long-haul route.
The distance between Shanghai and Washington, D.C. is 11991 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance contributes to the extended journey times and the necessity for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $1,120 - $1,403

Prices for flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. is $1120-$1403. The current lowest deal is $1079 with Air Canada for travel from Sep 21-Sep 28.

now $1,079

Low $1,120

High $1,403

The cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Washington is September, with a median price of $1013. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $2510. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $1,013

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,510

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Direct flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

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Last-minute flights going from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SHA - Washington, D.C.

Japan Airlines

Shanghai (SHA) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Japan Airlines

$1,459

$1,719

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Washington, D.C.

China Eastern Airlines

Shanghai (PVG) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

China Eastern Airlines

$1,290

$3,222

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Washington, D.C.

Emirates Airlines

Shanghai (PVG) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Emirates Airlines

$1,239

$1,442

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Washington, D.C.

Emirates Airlines

Shanghai (PVG) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Emirates Airlines

$1,141

$1,289

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Washington, D.C.

Air China

Shanghai (PVG) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Air China

$1,012

$1,337

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PVG - Washington, D.C.

Air Canada

Shanghai (PVG) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Air Canada

$1,011

$1,432

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

7 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 28

$1,292  →  $1,079

16%

4 nights

Nov 22 - Nov 26

$1,345  →  $1,205

10%

4 nights

Nov 23 - Nov 27

$1,345  →  $1,205

10%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$1,290  →  $1,178

9%

Popular Airports to fly from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

Shanghai - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. are below the typical level at $1079.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest at $1013

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. at $1013.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 36h 55m with 2 stops

Flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. typically take 36h 55m with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with no direct flights available historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers deals from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

Air Canada has historically offered deals on flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. appear frequently, about 0.77 deals per day.

Shanghai main airports to depart from

Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)

Cheapest

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a good option for flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$1079

Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$1256

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Cheapest

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~6 km from Washington, D.C. city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1079

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International Airport serves the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.

📍 ~50 km from Washington, D.C. city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1204

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Washington Dulles International Airport is a major hub for international arrivals to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~37 km from Washington, D.C. city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1128

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub, useful for trans-Atlantic routes not available at IAD.

📍 ~200 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by high-speed Amtrak rail service)

💸 Flights from ~$1309

Richmond International (RIC)

Richmond International is the largest airport in Virginia outside the D.C. metro area, with a strong domestic network.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1453

Harrisburg International (MDT)

Harrisburg International is a convenient alternative for travelers in northern D.C. suburbs or Maryland.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1473

Norfolk International (ORF)

Norfolk International offers good flight availability to major East Coast and Midwest hubs.

📍 ~290 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1344

Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)

Charlottesville–Albemarle provides reliable regional service with connections to major hubs.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1687

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$6,645

$5,394

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$6,495

$5,305

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$5,309

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$5,308

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance can often lead to better prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you decide when to purchase. Weekday bookings might sometimes offer an advantage.

Yes, comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may require additional travel time, the potential savings can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs when considering this.