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$459+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to China

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 11/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SHA
Oct 14 — Oct 211
Tue 10/14
Tue 10/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to China flight deals. Data was last updated September 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$937
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$459
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,011

Good round-trip deal

$936 or less

Good one-way deal

$699 or less
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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2025.

This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3112:35 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops46h 45mAir China
Mon 11/107:00 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop36h 30mAir China
Deal found 9/12$963
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Tue 11/410:00 pmIAD - SHA
1 stop22h 55mAir China
Fri 11/2811:30 amSHA - IAD
1 stop20h 00mAir China
Deal found 9/12$967
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Tue 11/410:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop23h 15mAir China
Thu 11/274:30 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop39h 00mAir China
Deal found 9/12$967
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2311:00 pmIAD - SHA
1 stop23h 00mAir China
Thu 10/29:30 pmSHA - IAD
1 stop34h 00mAir China
Deal found 9/13$969
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Fri 9/1911:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop35h 50mAir China
Fri 10/103:45 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops27h 24mAir China
Deal found 9/12$970
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3111:00 pmIAD - SHA
1 stop23h 55mAir China
Tue 11/258:55 amSHA - IAD
1 stop22h 35mAir China
Deal found 9/13$971
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3111:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop36h 20mAir China
Mon 11/247:00 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop36h 30mAir China
Deal found 9/13$971
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/510:08 pmIAD - SHA
2 stops46h 47mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/275:30 pmSHA - IAD
2 stops26h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$972
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/510:08 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops47h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/274:30 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops27h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$972
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 11/2810:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop36h 20mAir China
Thu 12/254:30 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop39h 00mAir China
Deal found 9/14$979
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Fri 10/3111:00 pmIAD - SHA
1 stop22h 55mAir China
Mon 11/101:30 pmSHA - IAD
2 stops30h 18mAir China
Deal found 9/12$980
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Tue 10/2811:00 pmIAD - SHA
1 stop24h 55mAir China
Tue 11/118:55 amSHA - IAD
1 stop22h 35mAir China
Deal found 9/13$981

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Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia to China 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 September 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to China that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/17

12:35 pm-9:55 am

2 stops32h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/9

8:55 am-6:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$974

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/28

11:00 pm-11:55 am

1 stop24h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/11

8:55 am-6:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$981

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/29

6:30 am-10:55 pm

2 stops28h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 11/14

11:30 am-6:30 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$1,025

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/28

11:50 am-12:35 pm

1 stop35h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/26

8:50 am-9:50 am

1 stop38h 00m

$1,037

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/28

11:50 am-8:25 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/27

11:20 am-9:50 am

1 stop35h 30m

$1,037

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/1

11:50 am-12:35 pm

1 stop35h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/25

11:20 am-9:50 am

1 stop35h 30m

$1,037

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/25

11:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/23

2:00 pm-9:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

$1,037

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/7

11:50 am-8:25 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/26

2:00 pm-9:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

$1,037

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/17

11:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/9

8:50 am-9:50 am

1 stop38h 00m

$1,037

Washington, D.C.Guangzhou

IAD - CAN

IADCAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/27

5:59 pm-11:25 am

2 stops29h 26m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 11/25

7:40 pm-12:56 am

2 stops42h 16m

$1,038

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to China?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to China (average of $1,090). Flying from District of Columbia to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,574). 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 DC to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 14, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from District of Columbia to China as you normally would.

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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from District of Columbia to China?

    For as low as $974, Air China can have you in China from District of Columbia in 32h 20m. The distance from District of Columbia to China is about 7437 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to China one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Egyptair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $538. Users have also found prices from $558 and $596 on American Airlines and Korean Air, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from District of Columbia to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on District of Columbia to China flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to China?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from District of Columbia to China.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia to China 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 District of Columbia to China?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to China (average of $1,090). Flying from District of Columbia to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,574). 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 10 airlines flying from District of Columbia to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia to China. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$652Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SAUDIACheapest$848Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Air ChinaCheapest$894Average$1,468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$977Average$1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Cathay PacificCheapest$983Average$1,693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Korean AirCheapest$1,033Average$1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,051Average$1,418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$1,189Average$1,652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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