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$442+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Shanghai, 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 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — SHA
Dec 4 — Dec 111
Thu 12/4
Thu 12/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 11/69:45 amDCA - PVG
2 stops36h 50mCathay Pacific
Wed 11/198:30 amPVG - DCA
2 stops23h 14mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/4$1,035
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/49:45 amDCA - SHA
2 stops46h 10mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/810:30 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops33h 24mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/3$1,064
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:50 amDCA - PVG
2 stops39h 45mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/82:45 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops41h 09mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/3$1,085
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:00 amDCA - SHA
2 stops41h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/810:30 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops33h 24mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/3$1,085
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/85:59 amDCA - SHA
2 stops49h 56mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/810:30 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops33h 24mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/2$1,089
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/84:59 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops58h 16mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/82:45 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops41h 09mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/3$1,097
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/35:01 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops29h 34mCathay Pacific
Wed 12/108:30 amPVG - DCA
2 stops23h 24mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/3$1,105
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 12/46:38 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops34h 07mCathay Pacific
Thu 12/117:10 amPVG - DCA
2 stops25h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/4$1,106
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/77:56 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops52h 34mCathay Pacific
Wed 12/241:45 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops46h 14mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/2$1,116
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/37:59 pmDCA - SHA
2 stops59h 56mCathay Pacific
Wed 12/31:35 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops46h 24mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/2$1,120
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/256:38 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops38h 22mCathay Pacific
Tue 12/25:30 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops38h 24mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/4$1,124
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Wed 12/319:36 amDCA - SHA
2 stops40h 44mCathay Pacific
Wed 4/151:20 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops47h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/1$1,143

Cheap flight deals from Reagan-National to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reagan-National (DCA) to Shanghai (CN2). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 4, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,035
(oojo)

One-way from

$442
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,205
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Reagan-National 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 November 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Reagan-National

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Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/14

5:30 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/28

12:20 pm-12:55 am

2 stops24h 35m

$1,039

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/15

7:55 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops51h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/8

10:30 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$1,045

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/2

7:55 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops51h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/24

1:35 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops44h 40m

$1,045

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/10

6:42 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops37h 13m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 6/4

1:20 pm-8:16 pm

2 stops42h 56m

$1,089

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 11/28

7:45 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops60h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 12/7

10:30 pm-6:54 pm

2 stops33h 24m

$1,092

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/25

6:38 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops38h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/2

5:30 pm-6:54 pm

2 stops38h 24m

$1,124

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/29

5:44 pm-10:55 am

2 stops28h 11m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 12/13

3:30 pm-10:02 am

2 stops31h 32m

$1,146

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/14

9:59 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops50h 06m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/28

4:50 pm-7:04 pm

2 stops38h 14m

$1,191

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/25

6:30 am-6:45 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/8

12:10 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop21h 43m

$1,206

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/25

6:30 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/2

6:25 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$1,206

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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 November 4, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Reagan-National to Shanghai. 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. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai?

    Departing from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai will take you 20h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7446 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai round-trip from $1,137. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai for 17% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Reagan-National to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to Shanghai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Reagan-National to Shanghai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National to Shanghai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Reagan-National to Shanghai

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Reagan-National 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 November 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,137Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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