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$412+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SHA
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Tue 8/25
Tue 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 26, 2026.

This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 11/88:03 am
IAD
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PVG
2 stops23h 22m
Korean Air
Tue 11/1711:20 am
PVG
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IAD
1 stop35h 30m
Korean Air
Deal found 7/26$962
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 12/3111:50 am
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop35h 45m
Korean Air
Tue 3/211:20 am
PVG
-
IAD
2 stops43h 10m
Korean Air
Deal found 7/25$967
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/289:03 am
IAD
-
PVG
2 stops23h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/1511:40 am
PVG
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IAD
2 stops24h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$969
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 11/17:00 am
IAD
-
PVG
2 stops24h 25m
Korean Air
Tue 11/172:00 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop32h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 7/26$970
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Wed 11/2511:50 am
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop19h 35m
Korean Air
Fri 12/112:00 pm
PVG
-
IAD
2 stops40h 28m
Korean Air
Deal found 7/26$973
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/191:15 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop29h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/199:55 am
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop38h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/24$975
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Thu 8/611:05 am
IAD
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PVG
1 stop23h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/86:10 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop34h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/26$976
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 10/211:00 pm
IAD
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SHA
1 stop23h 55m
Air China
Thu 11/58:30 pm
SHA
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IAD
1 stop35h 00m
Air China
Deal found 7/25$977
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Thu 8/611:05 am
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop23h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 12/106:10 pm
PVG
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IAD
1 stop27h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/25$982
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/219:00 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop36h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/412:35 am
PVG
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IAD
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/23$991
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 10/211:00 pm
IAD
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SHA
1 stop26h 15m
Air China
Tue 11/311:30 am
SHA
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IAD
1 stop20h 00m
Air China
Deal found 7/25$1,006
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/179:03 am
IAD
-
PVG
2 stops23h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/3011:35 am
PVG
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IAD
2 stops24h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$1,009

Find flight deals from Dulles Intl to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 26, 2026.

Round-trip from

$962
(Korean Air)

One-way from

$412
(KAYAK)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,356
From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Shanghai
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl 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 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/20

1:15 pm-6:25 am

1 stop29h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/12

9:55 am-7:25 pm

1 stop46h 30m

$1,030

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/15

1:15 pm-6:25 am

1 stop29h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/15

9:55 am-11:45 am

1 stop38h 50m

$1,080

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/2

9:00 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop37h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/19

6:10 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop34h 45m

$1,100

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/16

11:00 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/2

5:30 pm-5:28 am

2 stops24h 58m

$1,110

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/6

1:20 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop39h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/2

10:55 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$1,130

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/7

12:15 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop36h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/10

1:35 pm-10:05 am

1 stop32h 30m

$1,172
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/12

1:15 am-6:25 pm

1 stop29h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/18

1:15 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$1,198

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/21

6:50 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops39h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/3

9:15 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops54h 30m

$1,209

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/15

4:56 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops39h 59m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/10

4:35 pm-11:19 pm

2 stops43h 44m

$1,232

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/31

5:42 pm-10:00 am

2 stops28h 18m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/13

9:20 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops58h 10m

$1,250

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,032). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,747). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai flights typically cost between $1,212 and $1,660 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $962 on Korean Air (Nov 8-Nov 17).

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

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 26, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai, such as EVA Air,ANA, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,504 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Daisy,May 2026

SFO - TPE

This ways excellent experience when I took the EVA airline. We will take EVA again!
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,504 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,504 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Daisy,May 2026

SFO - TPE

This ways excellent experience when I took the EVA airline. We will take EVA again!
ANA
8.3
Very good
1,283 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,504 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Daisy,May 2026

SFO - TPE

This ways excellent experience when I took the EVA airline. We will take EVA again!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,042 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,504 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Daisy,May 2026

SFO - TPE

This ways excellent experience when I took the EVA airline. We will take EVA again!
Air China
7.4
Good
157 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,504 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Daisy,May 2026

SFO - TPE

This ways excellent experience when I took the EVA airline. We will take EVA again!
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,742 reviews
EVA Air
8.5
Very good
1,504 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Daisy,May 2026

SFO - TPE

This ways excellent experience when I took the EVA airline. We will take EVA again!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai can take about 27h 45m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,110. There are 7437 mi between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Shanghai. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Korean Air ($562), Delta ($815), and Air China ($872) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai. Korean Air is priced at 59% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Korean Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $415. Air China flights start at $510 while deals on ANA start at $664 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Shanghai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dulles Intl to Shanghai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Shanghai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,032). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,747). 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 10 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Korean AirCheapest$562Average$1,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$815Average$1,579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air ChinaCheapest$872Average$1,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$893Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$946Average$1,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EVA AirCheapest$963Average$1,298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,089Average$1,627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$1,111Average$1,560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,160Average$1,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,321Average$1,512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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