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$430+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA)

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — SHA
Mar 23 — Mar 301
Mon 3/23
Mon 3/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Hongqiao Intl

Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Hongqiao Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Hongqiao Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sun 9/66:10 am
IAD
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SHA
2 stops45h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 9/294:50 pm
SHA
-
IAD
2 stops54h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/18$958
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/117:08 pm
IAD
-
SHA
2 stops32h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/1810:30 pm
SHA
-
IAD
2 stops42h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$982
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 9/86:27 am
IAD
-
SHA
2 stops41h 38m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 9/221:20 pm
SHA
-
IAD
2 stops57h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/20$997
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/75:59 pm
IAD
-
SHA
2 stops38h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/211:20 pm
SHA
-
IAD
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17$1,007
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Tue 4/711:00 pm
IAD
-
SHA
1 stop23h 00m
Air China
Tue 4/218:55 am
SHA
-
IAD
1 stop22h 35m
Air China
Deal found 2/17$1,023
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1411:00 pm
IAD
-
SHA
1 stop23h 00m
Air China
Tue 4/2111:30 am
SHA
-
IAD
1 stop20h 00m
Air China
Deal found 2/18$1,026
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/311:00 pm
IAD
-
SHA
1 stop26h 15m
Air China
Tue 4/1411:30 am
SHA
-
IAD
1 stop20h 00m
Air China
Deal found 2/18$1,027
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sun 10/117:08 pm
IAD
-
SHA
2 stops28h 57m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 10/1810:30 pm
SHA
-
IAD
2 stops48h 21m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/19$1,039
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 9/211:15 am
IAD
-
SHA
1 stop27h 15m
EVA Air
Thu 11/267:40 pm
SHA
-
IAD
1 stop38h 15m
EVA Air
Deal found 2/18$1,048
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/2811:00 pm
IAD
-
SHA
1 stop27h 45m
Air China
Thu 5/79:30 pm
SHA
-
IAD
1 stop34h 00m
Air China
Deal found 2/19$1,067
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Fri 4/311:00 pm
IAD
-
SHA
1 stop23h 00m
Air China
Tue 4/218:55 am
SHA
-
IAD
1 stop22h 35m
Air China
Deal found 2/17$1,068
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 10/177:28 pm
DCA
-
SHA
2 stops37h 27m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 10/2210:30 pm
SHA
-
DCA
2 stops33h 46m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/20$1,081

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Hongqiao Intl

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,007
(Cathay Pacific)

One-way from

$430
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,200
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Hongqiao Intl 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 February 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/7

5:59 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops38h 56m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/21

1:20 pm-5:40 am

2 stops28h 20m

$1,007

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/3

11:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop23h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/21

8:55 am-7:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$1,068

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/26

5:59 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops33h 36m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/10

10:30 pm-11:26 pm

2 stops36h 56m

$1,091

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/1

1:15 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/3

6:25 pm-11:15 am

1 stop28h 50m

$1,126

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/31

1:15 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/3

6:25 pm-11:15 am

1 stop28h 50m

$1,126

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/1

1:15 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/4

6:25 pm-6:08 pm

2 stops35h 43m

$1,137

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/9

8:46 am-10:15 am

2 stops37h 29m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/24

7:45 am-7:30 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$1,140

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/27

6:00 am-5:05 pm

2 stops47h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/30

6:25 pm-6:11 pm

2 stops35h 46m

$1,148

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/27

6:00 am-5:05 pm

2 stops47h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/28

6:25 pm-3:07 pm

2 stops32h 42m

$1,148

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/31

1:15 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 5/2

6:25 pm-11:15 am

1 stop28h 50m

$1,175

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Hongqiao Intl in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Hongqiao Intl. Price data was last updated on February 20, 2026.

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $847). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,222). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Hongqiao Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hongqiao Intl. 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 Hongqiao Intl. Reviews last updated February 21, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, Delta, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,098 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,098 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,098 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
Delta
7.9
Good
8,241 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,098 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,341 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,098 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,336 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,098 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
Air China
7.2
Good
139 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,098 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Hongqiao Intl. 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Airlines like Air China, Cathay Pacific, and Korean Air fly from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in about 23h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 16h 50m. Washington, D.C. and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 7437 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is Air China. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $884 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Korean Air, starting at $910 and $996 round-trip. Users have found that Air China is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Korean Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $441. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air China and ANA, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for a low price.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl and Baltimore/Washington - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

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

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

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

    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 Hongqiao Intl.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Hongqiao Intl 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 Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $847). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,222). 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 8 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Hongqiao Intl

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Hongqiao Intl. 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 February 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$884Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$910Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Korean AirCheapest$996Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$1,003Average$1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$1,141Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,267Average$1,412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,321Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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