$508+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai, China
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BWI — SHA
Aug 5 — Aug 121
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.
Round-trip from | $1,114 (IEagle) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $508 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $1,496 |
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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to ShanghaiExplore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.
This IEagle 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/156:30 amIAD - PVG
2 stops28h 20mAir China
Thu 10/304:30 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops26h 18mAir China
Deal found 7/30![Air China logo]()
$1,114
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.
Sun 8/318:50 amIAD - SHA
2 stops25h 50mAir China
Fri 12/511:30 amSHA - IAD
1 stop20h 00mAir China
Deal found 7/30![Air China logo]()
$1,115
This Air China 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2910:10 pmIAD - SHA
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/55:30 pmSHA - IAD
2 stops25h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,116
This Korean Air 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/315:00 pmDCA - SHA
2 stops36h 05mKorean Air
Wed 10/86:25 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops32h 42mKorean Air
Deal found 7/31![Korean Air logo]()
$1,121
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.
Tue 9/28:23 pmIAD - SHA
2 stops32h 42mKorean Air
Thu 12/46:25 pmSHA - IAD
2 stops37h 46mKorean Air
Deal found 7/30![Korean Air logo]()
$1,122
This Justfly.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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/281:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop39h 50mEgyptair
Sun 2/81:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop41h 00mEgyptair
Deal found 7/30![Egyptair logo]()
$1,125
This CrystalTravel 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2810:10 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop31h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 2/1011:05 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop33h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/30![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,141
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 9/24:35 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops33h 30mAir Canada
Tue 9/163:55 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops30h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30![Air Canada logo]()
$1,145
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/28:25 amIAD - PVG
1 stop41h 40mAir Canada
Thu 10/233:55 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops31h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 7/31![Air Canada logo]()
$1,145
This CrystalTravel 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/212:15 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop24h 20mANA
Mon 9/151:35 amPVG - IAD
1 stop20h 30mANA
Deal found 7/31![ANA logo]()
$1,156
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/28:59 amDCA - PVG
2 stops38h 46mAsiana Airlines
Tue 9/161:10 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops43h 49mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/31![Asiana Airlines logo]()
$1,159
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/81:15 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop32h 25mKorean Air
Tue 11/182:00 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop32h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 7/31![Korean Air logo]()
$1,159
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Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai 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 District of Columbia to Shanghai that are best for you.
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District of Columbia
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Shanghai
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - PVG
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 10/15
6:30 am-10:50 pm
2 stops28h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 10/30
4:30 pm-6:48 am
2 stops26h 18m
$1,114
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - SHA
IADSHA
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 8/31
8:50 am-10:40 pm
2 stops25h 50m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Fri 12/5
11:30 am-6:30 pm
1 stop20h 00m
$1,115
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - SHA
IADSHA
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Fri 8/29
10:10 pm-10:40 pm
2 stops36h 30m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Fri 9/5
5:30 pm-6:48 am
2 stops25h 18m
$1,116
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
DCA - SHA
DCASHA
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sun 8/31
5:00 pm-5:05 pm
2 stops36h 05m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 10/8
6:25 pm-3:07 pm
2 stops32h 42m
$1,121
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - SHA
IADSHA
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 9/2
8:23 pm-5:05 pm
2 stops32h 42m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Thu 12/4
6:25 pm-7:11 pm
2 stops37h 46m
$1,122
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - PVG
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 10/28
1:00 pm-4:50 pm
1 stop39h 50m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Sun 2/8
1:10 am-5:10 am
1 stop41h 00m
$1,125
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - PVG
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 10/28
10:10 pm-5:10 pm
1 stop31h 00m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 2/10
11:05 pm-7:15 pm
1 stop33h 10m
$1,141
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
DCA - PVG
DCAPVG
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 9/2
4:35 pm-2:05 pm
2 stops33h 30m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Tue 9/16
3:55 pm-10:20 am
2 stops30h 25m
$1,145
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - PVG
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 9/2
8:25 am-2:05 pm
1 stop41h 40m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Thu 10/23
3:55 pm-11:13 am
2 stops31h 18m
$1,145
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD - PVG
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 9/2
12:15 pm-12:35 am
1 stop24h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Mon 9/15
1:35 am-10:05 am
1 stop20h 30m
$1,156
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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Shanghai
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Shanghai?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Shanghai (average of $1,120). Flying from District of Columbia to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 DC to SHA?
Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to Shanghai. 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.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai as you normally would.
Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, Korean Air, and ANA from District of Columbia to Shanghai by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
8.0
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDale,May 2025
TPE - SFO
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
8.0
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDale,May 2025
TPE - SFO
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
8.0
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDale,May 2025
TPE - SFO
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
8.0
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDale,May 2025
TPE - SFO
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
8.0
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDale,May 2025
TPE - SFO
Comfort
8.3
Overall
8.4
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
8.0
Food
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentDale,May 2025
TPE - SFO
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Top 9 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Shanghai
Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai. 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.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$652 | Average$1,222 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$955 | Average$1,249 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$977 | Average$1,359 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$1,033 | Average$1,425 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$1,040 | Average$1,335 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,101 | Average$1,633 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,101 | Average$1,282 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$1,213 | Average$1,562 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% | |
| Cheapest$1,248 | Average$1,359 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% |