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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Shanghai from $515

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WAS — SHA
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai are usually found in April or February, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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 April 17, 2024.

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One-way from

$698
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

Users have found that flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai on a Friday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 43 days in advance to save up to 36% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 43 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $1,670, or $2,491 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai in April, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,105.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai (WAS - SHA)?

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 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Cheap Air China flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air China for the route between Washington, D.C. and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,185,007 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Air China flights we've found from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Tue 9/105:35 pmIAD - SHA
2 stops28h 25mAir China
Tue 10/87:55 amSHA - IAD
1 stop19h 15mAir China
Deal found 4/16$1,470
Tue 9/105:35 pmIAD - SHA
3 stops34h 50mAir China
Tue 10/87:55 amSHA - IAD
1 stop19h 15mAir China
Deal found 4/16$1,483
Sat 4/275:35 pmIAD - SHA
2 stops28h 25mAir China
Fri 5/105:30 pmSHA - IAD
2 stops25h 03mAir China
Deal found 4/15$1,901

Cheap Korean Air flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Korean Air for the route between Washington, D.C. and Shanghai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,185,007 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Korean Air flights we've found at this time heading from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Tue 9/101:25 pmIAD - SHA
1 stop39h 40mKorean Air
Tue 10/86:25 pmSHA - IAD
1 stop28h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 4/16$1,964
Thu 4/251:25 pmIAD - SHA
1 stop39h 40mKorean Air
Mon 5/136:25 pmSHA - IAD
1 stop28h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 4/15$2,060

Cheap Washington, D.C. to Shanghai flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,185,007 searches. Prices were last updated on April 17, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai in April and May 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 4/2312:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Tue 5/211:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/17$1,028
Tue 4/3012:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Tue 6/41:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/16$1,031
Tue 4/2312:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Tue 5/141:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/15$1,086
Tue 5/1412:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Thu 5/301:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/15$1,149
Tue 4/2312:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2211:05 amPVG - IAD
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,150
Thu 5/1612:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Tue 5/281:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/15$1,151
Wed 4/249:05 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 5/812:35 amPVG - IAD
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,186
Wed 4/249:05 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 5/1212:35 amPVG - IAD
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/15$1,187
Tue 5/1410:55 amIAD - PVG
1 stop41h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 5/2612:35 amPVG - IAD
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/15$1,189

Washington, D.C. to Shanghai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Washington, D.C. and Shanghai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,185,007 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai in April and May 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 4/2312:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Tue 5/211:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/17$1,028
Tue 4/3012:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Tue 6/41:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/16$1,031
Tue 4/2312:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Tue 5/141:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/15$1,086
Tue 10/812:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Thu 10/241:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/17$1,100
Thu 9/512:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Thu 9/191:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/16$1,103
Tue 8/2712:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Thu 9/121:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/16$1,112
Tue 10/812:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Thu 10/171:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/15$1,129
Mon 10/2810:40 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/1211:05 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop34h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,140
Tue 5/1412:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Thu 5/301:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/15$1,149

Washington, D.C. to Shanghai flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,185,007 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai departing last-minute. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Tue 4/2312:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Tue 5/211:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/17$1,028
Tue 4/2312:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Tue 5/141:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/15$1,086
Tue 4/2312:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2211:05 amPVG - IAD
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,150
Wed 4/249:05 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 5/812:35 amPVG - IAD
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,186
Wed 4/249:05 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 5/1212:35 amPVG - IAD
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/15$1,187
Tue 4/2312:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/212:25 amPVG - IAD
3 stops44h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,193
Thu 4/2512:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Tue 7/91:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/16$1,200
Thu 4/2512:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1511:05 amPVG - IAD
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,217
Fri 4/269:05 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 5/1412:35 amPVG - IAD
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/15$1,221

One-way flights to Shanghai from Washington, D.C.

Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,185,007 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users needing a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai should utilize the search form above.
Tue 4/3012:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/16$515
Sun 8/2512:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/16$561
Tue 10/812:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/16$572
Thu 10/1012:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/16$575
Tue 5/1412:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/16$590
Sat 4/2711:15 amIAD - PVG
2 stops49h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$609
Sun 4/2811:15 amIAD - PVG
2 stops49h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$616
Sun 5/511:15 amIAD - PVG
3 stops59h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$619
Sun 5/511:15 amIAD - PVG
2 stops56h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$630

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai 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 3,185,007 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2024.

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Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

$1,031 - $1,505

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Return

Price

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlShanghai Pu Dong

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/30

1 stop40h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/4

1 stop40h 00m

$1,031

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlShanghai Pu Dong

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/2

1 stop30h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/19

1 stop28h 20m

$1,140

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlShanghai Pu Dong

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/10

1 stop31h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/7

1 stop27h 35m

$1,155

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlShanghai Pu Dong

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/16

1 stop40h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/26

2 stops38h 25m

$1,201

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlShanghai Pu Dong

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/10

2 stops29h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/8

2 stops36h 05m

$1,307

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlShanghai Pu Dong

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/30

1 stop26h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/5

1 stop40h 40m

$1,460

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlShanghai Pu Dong

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/4

2 stops33h 27m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/18

2 stops38h 03m

$1,469

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlShanghai Hongqiao Intl

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/10

2 stops28h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/8

1 stop19h 15m

$1,470

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlShanghai Pu Dong

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/28

1 stop29h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/19

2 stops28h 30m

$1,505

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When is the best time to 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 January 28, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 76 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.
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When is the cheapest time 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 April 14, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Shanghai by month

Plan your trip from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai is currently $587 while a round-trip flight costs $1,304. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai (average of $1,220). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,051). 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.

January

$1,261

February

$1,220

March

$1,238

April

$1,334

May

$1,607

June

$1,966

July

$2,051

August

$1,704

September

$1,422

October

$1,580

November

$1,556

December

$1,752

Temperature and rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SHA

Temperature

39.2 - 82.4 °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 April 17, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai, see what other customers have to say about Air China, Korean Air and ANA. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,199 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I went to airport at 8;30 pm really to check in but they didn’t let me go they said my ticket had problems …I confused asked them check out to office help me please but they said they can’t ! beg them help😭They told me if want to fly now need buy another ticket $ 3585 or want go tomorrow $1889 OMG it’s terrible I cried and asked them could you help me find another ticket cheaper I need to go back home on time he stand up said NO if you want cheap go buy another plane ✈️ I did ! I bought ticket of American Airlines is $980 ! I came home now ! Please 🙏 check out about my problems it’s terrible for travelers! I am so tired and very disappointed ! Own business in USA 🇺🇸 I understand how to take care of customer services it’s very important ! Please 🙏 check out on them be fair for customer satisfaction ! By that time I spoke with them Vietnamese language and English too but they try to making money 💴 from me it’s very poor! So sad 😭 for vacation! Please 🙏

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,199 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,199 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I went to airport at 8;30 pm really to check in but they didn’t let me go they said my ticket had problems …I confused asked them check out to office help me please but they said they can’t ! beg them help😭They told me if want to fly now need buy another ticket $ 3585 or want go tomorrow $1889 OMG it’s terrible I cried and asked them could you help me find another ticket cheaper I need to go back home on time he stand up said NO if you want cheap go buy another plane ✈️ I did ! I bought ticket of American Airlines is $980 ! I came home now ! Please 🙏 check out about my problems it’s terrible for travelers! I am so tired and very disappointed ! Own business in USA 🇺🇸 I understand how to take care of customer services it’s very important ! Please 🙏 check out on them be fair for customer satisfaction ! By that time I spoke with them Vietnamese language and English too but they try to making money 💴 from me it’s very poor! So sad 😭 for vacation! Please 🙏

ANA
8.5
Very good
954 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,199 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I went to airport at 8;30 pm really to check in but they didn’t let me go they said my ticket had problems …I confused asked them check out to office help me please but they said they can’t ! beg them help😭They told me if want to fly now need buy another ticket $ 3585 or want go tomorrow $1889 OMG it’s terrible I cried and asked them could you help me find another ticket cheaper I need to go back home on time he stand up said NO if you want cheap go buy another plane ✈️ I did ! I bought ticket of American Airlines is $980 ! I came home now ! Please 🙏 check out about my problems it’s terrible for travelers! I am so tired and very disappointed ! Own business in USA 🇺🇸 I understand how to take care of customer services it’s very important ! Please 🙏 check out on them be fair for customer satisfaction ! By that time I spoke with them Vietnamese language and English too but they try to making money 💴 from me it’s very poor! So sad 😭 for vacation! Please 🙏

Asiana Airlines
8.4
Very good
614 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,199 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I went to airport at 8;30 pm really to check in but they didn’t let me go they said my ticket had problems …I confused asked them check out to office help me please but they said they can’t ! beg them help😭They told me if want to fly now need buy another ticket $ 3585 or want go tomorrow $1889 OMG it’s terrible I cried and asked them could you help me find another ticket cheaper I need to go back home on time he stand up said NO if you want cheap go buy another plane ✈️ I did ! I bought ticket of American Airlines is $980 ! I came home now ! Please 🙏 check out about my problems it’s terrible for travelers! I am so tired and very disappointed ! Own business in USA 🇺🇸 I understand how to take care of customer services it’s very important ! Please 🙏 check out on them be fair for customer satisfaction ! By that time I spoke with them Vietnamese language and English too but they try to making money 💴 from me it’s very poor! So sad 😭 for vacation! Please 🙏

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,481 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,199 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I went to airport at 8;30 pm really to check in but they didn’t let me go they said my ticket had problems …I confused asked them check out to office help me please but they said they can’t ! beg them help😭They told me if want to fly now need buy another ticket $ 3585 or want go tomorrow $1889 OMG it’s terrible I cried and asked them could you help me find another ticket cheaper I need to go back home on time he stand up said NO if you want cheap go buy another plane ✈️ I did ! I bought ticket of American Airlines is $980 ! I came home now ! Please 🙏 check out about my problems it’s terrible for travelers! I am so tired and very disappointed ! Own business in USA 🇺🇸 I understand how to take care of customer services it’s very important ! Please 🙏 check out on them be fair for customer satisfaction ! By that time I spoke with them Vietnamese language and English too but they try to making money 💴 from me it’s very poor! So sad 😭 for vacation! Please 🙏

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
974 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,199 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Food

8.2

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I went to airport at 8;30 pm really to check in but they didn’t let me go they said my ticket had problems …I confused asked them check out to office help me please but they said they can’t ! beg them help😭They told me if want to fly now need buy another ticket $ 3585 or want go tomorrow $1889 OMG it’s terrible I cried and asked them could you help me find another ticket cheaper I need to go back home on time he stand up said NO if you want cheap go buy another plane ✈️ I did ! I bought ticket of American Airlines is $980 ! I came home now ! Please 🙏 check out about my problems it’s terrible for travelers! I am so tired and very disappointed ! Own business in USA 🇺🇸 I understand how to take care of customer services it’s very important ! Please 🙏 check out on them be fair for customer satisfaction ! By that time I spoke with them Vietnamese language and English too but they try to making money 💴 from me it’s very poor! So sad 😭 for vacation! Please 🙏

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Egypt Air for just $1,031, but on average you can expect to pay $1,153.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai for under $1,100?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

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

    Flying on Egypt Air is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $1,031. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $1,140 and $1,155, respectively. Users have found that Egypt Air is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Baltimore/Washington - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

    American Airlines, Air China and Delta are the most popular airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai.

  • What does IAD to SHA mean?

    Great question - IAD to SHA just means Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Nantong Airport (NTG), Suzhou Airport (SZV) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai that include extra baggage allowance?

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