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$470+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to China

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IAD — SHA
Dec 26 — Jan 21
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Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to China

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Round-trip from

$1,041
(Vliegwinkel)

One-way from

$470
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,044

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$1,297 or less

Good one-way deal

$739 or less
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From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to China
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to China
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($181 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($69 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/23:23 pmIAD - SHA
2 stops30h 02mAir China
Sun 12/79:30 pmSHA - IAD
2 stops46h 21mAir China
Deal found 11/24$1,023
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 12/212:00 pmIAD - CAN
1 stop38h 15mEgyptair
Tue 3/311:20 pmCAN - IAD
1 stop42h 40mEgyptair
Deal found 11/26$1,068
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 12/912:00 pmIAD - CAN
1 stop38h 15mEgyptair
Tue 2/1011:20 pmCAN - IAD
1 stop42h 40mEgyptair
Deal found 11/23$1,085
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Tue 12/3012:00 pmIAD - CAN
1 stop38h 15mEgyptair
Tue 2/311:20 pmCAN - IAD
1 stop42h 40mEgyptair
Deal found 11/23$1,107
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Mon 12/19:00 amIAD - CAN
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/158:40 pmCAN - IAD
2 stops32h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,108
This Egyptair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Egyptair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/212:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop39h 00mEgyptair
Sun 12/711:55 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop42h 05mEgyptair
Deal found 11/24$1,110
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/31:30 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop38h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/1011:05 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop25h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/25$1,116
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Mon 12/15:03 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops38h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/258:30 amPVG - IAD
2 stops27h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$1,120
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Mon 12/19:00 amIAD - HGH
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/710:40 amHGH - IAD
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$1,120
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Thu 12/47:34 amIAD - PVG
2 stops39h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/108:30 amPVG - IAD
1 stop37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$1,135
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Tue 12/212:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/92:35 amPVG - IAD
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$1,137
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Mon 12/111:10 amIAD - PVG
1 stop21h 15mANA
Wed 12/242:35 amPVG - IAD
1 stop19h 35mANA
Deal found 11/25$1,139

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Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/2

3:23 pm-10:25 am

2 stops30h 02m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 12/7

9:30 pm-6:51 am

2 stops46h 21m

$1,023

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/12

12:50 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop35h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/28

2:00 pm-11:15 am

1 stop33h 15m

$1,054

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/15

1:15 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop35h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/29

1:40 pm-11:15 am

1 stop33h 35m

$1,054

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/15

1:15 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/1

8:50 am-11:15 am

1 stop38h 25m

$1,054

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/12

1:15 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/1

8:50 am-11:15 am

1 stop38h 25m

$1,054

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/16

1:15 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/1

11:10 am-11:15 am

1 stop36h 05m

$1,054

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/18

12:50 pm-9:45 am

1 stop32h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 4/3

11:10 am-11:15 am

1 stop36h 05m

$1,054

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/17

1:15 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop35h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/1

1:40 pm-11:15 am

1 stop33h 35m

$1,054

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/22

5:26 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops41h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/29

7:10 am-4:31 pm

2 stops46h 21m

$1,059

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/12

1:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/31

1:40 pm-11:51 am

2 stops34h 11m

$1,070

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to China

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to China (average of $847). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,226). 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 IAD to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 November 26, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to China is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 65% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dulles Intl to China. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to China flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to China delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 323 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to China flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to China flights?

Over the last year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

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 November 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with ANA, Korean Air, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to China by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
8.4
Very good
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
8.4
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.

Related info for your journey

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

    Air China, Egyptair, and Korean Air can get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to China in just under 30h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 13m. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and China are separated by a distance of 7437 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to China are Egyptair ($557), Air China ($647), and China Airlines ($771).

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to China?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dulles Intl to China flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to China?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to China?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to China (average of $847). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,226). 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 Dulles Intl to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SAUDIACheapest$848Average$1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$876Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air ChinaCheapest$886Average$1,403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$977Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,018Average$1,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Korean AirCheapest$1,032Average$1,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$1,133Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,151Average$1,705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$1,155Average$1,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,250Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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