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$459+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — SHA
Sep 3 — Sep 101
Thu 9/3
Thu 9/10
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 4, 2026.

This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/11:15 pm
IAD
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PVG
1 stop18h 55m
Korean Air
Sun 11/12:00 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop32h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 7/30$956
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Fri 10/211:00 pm
IAD
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SHA
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/235:30 pm
SHA
-
IAD
2 stops25h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2$964
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/29:00 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop31h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 12/1311:35 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop29h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/31$966
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2311:50 am
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop19h 35m
Korean Air
Sat 12/128:50 am
PVG
-
IAD
2 stops45h 38m
Korean Air
Deal found 7/30$967
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Fri 10/29:00 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop36h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/26:10 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop34h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/1$968
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2411:05 am
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop23h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/812:35 am
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/30$976
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 10/211:00 pm
IAD
-
SHA
1 stop23h 00m
Air China
Thu 10/295:30 pm
SHA
-
IAD
1 stop38h 00m
Air China
Deal found 7/30$977
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 10/211:00 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop28h 20m
Air China
Fri 10/169:30 am
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop22h 00m
Air China
Deal found 7/30$977
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/167:02 am
IAD
-
PVG
2 stops25h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/21:10 pm
PVG
-
IAD
2 stops29h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2$979
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/611:05 am
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop23h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 12/711:35 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop29h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/30$982
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1111:05 am
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop41h 15m
Qatar Airways
Mon 12/76:10 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop34h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/3$985
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Sat 9/1911:05 am
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Fri 10/1612:35 am
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/1$987

Find 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 August 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$956
(Korean Air)

One-way from

$459
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,167

Good round-trip deal

$1,111 or less

Good one-way deal

$646 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($96 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($72 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 August 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to China that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/17

1:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/5

8:50 am-11:05 am

1 stop38h 15m

$956

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/28

1:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/10

1:40 pm-11:05 am

1 stop33h 25m

$956

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/20

1:15 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/1

2:00 pm-9:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

$956

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/20

1:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/21

2:00 pm-9:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

$956

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/1

6:10 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/4

10:00 am-4:39 pm

1 stop19h 39m

$1,069

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/5

6:10 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/28

10:00 am-6:37 pm

1 stop20h 37m

$1,069

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/5

7:25 am-7:50 pm

1 stop24h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/28

10:00 am-4:28 pm

1 stop18h 28m

$1,069
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/29

9:40 am-3:25 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/2

5:35 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops19h 04m

$1,073

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/17

1:15 pm-6:25 am

1 stop29h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/3

9:55 am-12:45 pm

1 stop39h 50m

$1,115

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/3

9:30 am-12:50 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 12/12

9:45 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops59h 15m

$1,116

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to China (average of $1,172). Flying from Washington, D.C. to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,888). 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 August 4, 2026.

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.

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

About 14% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and China have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 224 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 morning tend to experience delays more often.

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

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday 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 13% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to China?

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to China may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 August 4, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Korean Air,ANA, andQatar Airways 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!
ANA
8.3
Very good
1,288 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,736 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,466 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!
Air China
7.4
Good
160 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,222 reviews

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,Jul 2026

LAX - BKK

It was all good! The crew was amazing and attentive seats were comfortable and we got to our destination right on time! A great experience overall!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to China?

    For as low as $1,069, Korean Air can have you in China from Washington, D.C. in 21h 15m. Washington, D.C. and China are separated by a distance of 7446 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 $415 on Korean Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air China from $510 and ANA from $663 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Beijing Capital when deciding on the best route from Washington, D.C. to China.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to China flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to China?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to China?

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to China (average of $1,172). Flying from Washington, D.C. to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,888). 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 Washington, D.C. to China

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 August 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Korean AirCheapest$562Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$815Average$1,415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air ChinaCheapest$872Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$893Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$946Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EVA AirCheapest$963Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Cathay PacificCheapest$983Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,089Average$1,553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$1,111Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,160Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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