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$344+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to China

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WAS — SHA
oct. 11 — oct. 181
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to China flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$816
(Air China)

One-way from

$344
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,024

Good round-trip deal

$936 or less

Good one-way deal

$699 or less
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to China
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($300 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to China.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to China.

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
mar. 10/217:09 amBWI - PVG
2 stops42h 46mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/287:20 amPVG - BWI
2 stops46h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$816
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
dom. 11/237:07 amBWI - PVG
2 stops27h 13mAir China
mar. 12/237:20 amPVG - BWI
2 stops37h 57mAir China
Deal found 9/10$840
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
mar. 9/305:45 amBWI - PEK
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/211:30 pmPEK - BWI
3 stops32h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$879
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
mar. 11/257:07 amBWI - SHA
2 stops38h 18mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/255:30 pmSHA - BWI
2 stops27h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$889
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
dom. 11/27:07 amBWI - PVG
2 stops38h 08mAir China
mar. 11/257:20 amPVG - BWI
2 stops37h 36mAir China
Deal found 9/10$889
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dom. 11/237:07 amBWI - SHA
2 stops26h 48mAir China
lun. 12/225:30 pmSHA - BWI
2 stops27h 47mAir China
Deal found 9/10$925
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dom. 11/237:07 amBWI - PVG
2 stops27h 13mAir China
lun. 12/224:30 pmPVG - BWI
2 stops28h 47mAir China
Deal found 9/10$925
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
dom. 9/285:45 amBWI - PEK
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/2810:40 amPEK - BWI
3 stops35h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$930
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vie. 9/265:45 amBWI - PVG
2 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/82:15 amPVG - BWI
3 stops33h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$931
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vie. 9/1211:00 pmIAD - CAN
1 stop23h 25mAir China
vie. 9/1910:30 amCAN - IAD
1 stop21h 00mAir China
Deal found 9/10$948
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lun. 10/611:56 amBWI - PVG
3 stops38h 34mMultiple Airlines
dom. 10/2611:55 amPVG - BWI
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$954
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vie. 9/2611:00 pmIAD - SHA
1 stop26h 15mAir China
jue. 10/96:30 pmSHA - IAD
1 stop37h 00mAir China
Deal found 9/11$962

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to China that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

Fly to

China

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 11/27

12:35 pm-9:55 am

2 stops32h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 12/8

4:30 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop39h 00m

$963

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 10/26

5:37 pm-12:40 pm

3 stops31h 03m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 11/2

10:10 am-7:35 am

2 stops33h 25m

$970

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 11/28

10:00 pm-9:55 am

1 stop22h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 12/23

11:30 am-6:30 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$971

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

sáb. 10/25

7:28 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops39h 27m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 11/22

10:30 pm-7:56 am

2 stops46h 26m

$972

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 11/27

4:59 pm-9:55 am

2 stops27h 56m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 12/8

3:15 pm-10:02 am

2 stops31h 47m

$979

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 11/26

7:00 am-10:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 12/8

3:15 pm-10:02 am

2 stops31h 47m

$979

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 11/1

7:06 pm-9:55 am

2 stops26h 49m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 11/8

3:15 pm-10:17 am

2 stops32h 02m

$1,034

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 11/24

11:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 12/25

2:00 pm-9:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

$1,037

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 2/14

11:50 am-8:25 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 3/8

8:50 am-9:50 am

1 stop38h 00m

$1,037

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 11/27

11:50 am-8:25 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 12/8

11:20 am-9:50 am

1 stop35h 30m

$1,037

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to China (average of $1,090). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated septiembre 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with ANA, Korean Air, and Delta from Washington, D.C. to China have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me
8.4
Very good
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me
8.0
Very good
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me

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  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to China?

    For as low as $1,172, Air China can have you in China from Washington, D.C. in 23h 45m. Washington, D.C. and China are separated by a distance of 7430 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $538 on Egyptair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $557 and Air China from $599 one-way.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to China (average of $1,090). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$652Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
SAUDIACheapest$848Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Air ChinaCheapest$894Average$1,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$977Average$1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Cathay PacificCheapest$983Average$1,693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Korean AirCheapest$1,033Average$1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,051Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$1,193Average$1,657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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