Shanghai

$544+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Shanghai, China

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DCA — SHA
Aug 4 — Aug 111
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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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,122
(Korean Air)

One-way from

$544
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$2,188
From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Shanghai
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Shanghai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($411 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($82 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Reagan-National to Shanghai

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 July 30, 2025.

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.
Sun 8/315:00 pmDCA - SHA
2 stops36h 05mKorean Air
Thu 12/46:25 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops36h 40mKorean Air
Deal found 7/30$1,122
This Air China 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/45:42 pmDCA - SHA
2 stops29h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/153:25 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops28h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,125
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 9/233:55 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops30h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$1,145
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/159:59 amDCA - PVG
2 stops41h 01mAsiana Airlines
Tue 10/2811:40 amPVG - DCA
2 stops44h 20mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,159
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/145:03 pmDCA - PVG
2 stops29h 47mChina Airlines
Tue 10/2812:05 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops43h 55mChina Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,167
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/26:59 pmDCA - SHA
2 stops34h 01mAsiana Airlines
Tue 10/146:10 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops39h 04mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,198
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 9/94:35 pmDCA - PVG
3 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2110:20 pmPVG - DCA
3 stops35h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,202
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/78:30 amDCA - PVG
2 stops28h 05mANA
Tue 9/161:35 amPVG - DCA
2 stops26h 16mANA
Deal found 7/28$1,205
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/56:00 amDCA - PVG
1 stop20h 20mDelta
Wed 11/195:30 pmPVG - DCA
1 stop18h 24mDelta
Deal found 7/28$1,206
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/47:00 amDCA - PVG
1 stop22h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/251:30 pmPVG - DCA
2 stops23h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,210
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/226:59 pmDCA - SHA
2 stops33h 31mEVA Air
Sun 10/267:40 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops34h 18mEVA Air
Deal found 7/28$1,255
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/283:30 pmDCA - SHA
2 stops32h 45mANA
Sun 11/161:40 pmSHA - DCA
2 stops35h 18mANA
Deal found 7/29$1,258

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

Fly from

Reagan-National

Fly to

Shanghai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

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

Thu 12/4

6:25 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops36h 40m

$1,122

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/4

5:42 pm-10:55 am

2 stops29h 13m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/15

3:25 pm-7:59 am

2 stops28h 34m

$1,125

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

Thu 10/23

3:55 pm-10:20 am

2 stops30h 25m

$1,145

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/15

9:59 am-3:00 pm

2 stops41h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/28

11:40 am-8:00 pm

2 stops44h 20m

$1,159

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/14

5:03 pm-10:50 am

2 stops29h 47m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/28

12:05 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops43h 55m

$1,167

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/2

6:59 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops34h 01m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/16

6:10 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops38h 49m

$1,198

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/9

4:35 pm-2:05 pm

3 stops33h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/21

10:20 pm-9:51 pm

3 stops35h 31m

$1,202

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 9/7

8:30 am-12:35 am

2 stops28h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/16

1:35 am-3:51 pm

2 stops26h 16m

$1,205

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/1

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/4

5:30 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop18h 24m

$1,206

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/22

6:59 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops33h 31m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/26

7:40 pm-5:58 pm

2 stops34h 18m

$1,255

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DCA to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National 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 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 42% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, Korean Air, and ANA 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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying 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 $1,122. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $1,145, and Asiana Airlines, from $1,159. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai for 18% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $648 on Korean Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $680 and China Airlines from $684 one-way.

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,120). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,137Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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