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$572+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to District of Columbia

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SHA — BWI
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Shanghai to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$936
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$572
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,170
From Shanghai to District of Columbia
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1310:25 pmSHA - DCA
3 stops35h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/209:40 amDCA - SHA
3 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$936
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1411:55 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop41h 15mEgyptair
Thu 2/1212:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop39h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 7/30$1,058
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1310:25 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop25h 20mTurkish Airlines
Sat 2/149:10 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop31h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,065
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/143:55 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops30h 25mAir Canada
Tue 10/214:35 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops33h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$1,077
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 10/302:00 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop32h 50mKorean Air
Sun 2/811:50 amIAD - PVG
1 stop35h 45mKorean Air
Deal found 7/30$1,084
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.
Sun 10/1212:35 amPVG - IAD
1 stop27h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 2/168:05 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop29h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/30$1,111
This Air Canada 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/275:35 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops39h 24mAir Canada
Tue 2/106:30 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops32h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$1,134
This Air Canada 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/143:55 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops31h 18mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/1310:05 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,138
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2812:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop28h 25mLufthansa
Mon 2/95:10 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops34h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 7/30$1,176
This SWISS 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2611:40 amPVG - IAD
1 stop39h 50mSWISS
Fri 2/135:35 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops50h 05mSWISS
Deal found 7/30$1,178
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/266:25 pmSHA - IAD
1 stop28h 50mKorean Air
Tue 9/21:15 pmIAD - SHA
1 stop39h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 7/29$1,186
This Emirates 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1712:05 amPVG - IAD
1 stop44h 35mEmirates
Thu 11/2010:30 amIAD - PVG
1 stop39h 35mEmirates
Deal found 7/30$1,266

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to District of Columbia 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to District of Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Shanghai

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

SHA - DCA

SHADCA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 9/13

10:25 pm-9:51 pm

3 stops35h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/20

9:40 am-9:10 am

3 stops35h 30m

$936

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/14

11:55 pm-5:10 am

1 stop41h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/12

12:00 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop39h 50m

$1,058

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/13

10:25 pm-11:45 am

1 stop25h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/12

9:10 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop31h 00m

$1,065

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - DCA

PVGDCA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/14

3:55 pm-10:20 am

2 stops30h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/21

4:35 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops33h 30m

$1,077

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/30

2:00 pm-10:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/13

11:50 am-8:25 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$1,084

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/12

12:35 am-3:40 pm

1 stop27h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/16

8:05 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop29h 35m

$1,111

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/27

5:35 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops39h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/13

10:05 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops28h 55m

$1,134

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/14

3:55 pm-11:13 am

2 stops31h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/13

10:05 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops35h 00m

$1,138

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/28

12:10 am-4:35 pm

1 stop28h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/9

5:10 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops34h 40m

$1,176

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/26

11:40 am-3:30 pm

1 stop39h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/13

5:35 pm-8:40 am

2 stops50h 05m

$1,178

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to District of Columbia (average of $241). Flying from Shanghai to District of Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 SHA to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

When flying from Shanghai to District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air, and ANA from Shanghai to District of Columbia have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,121 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
468 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Shanghai to District of Columbia are Egyptair ($605), Air China ($612), and United Airlines ($645).

  • What are the most popular routes from Shanghai to District of Columbia?

    While some choose either Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Shanghai Pu Dong - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl is the most popular route from Shanghai to District of Columbia.

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to District of Columbia (average of $241). Flying from Shanghai to District of Columbia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 2 airlines flying from Shanghai to District of Columbia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to District of Columbia. 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$1,157Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ANACheapest$1,226Average$1,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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