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$455+ Cheap flights from Washington to Shanghai, China

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SEA — SHA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Tue 6/24
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Round-trip from

$819
(ScholarTrip)

One-way from

$455
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,351
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Cheapest flights from Washington to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 11/1912:10 amSEA - PVG
1 stop20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/32:00 pmPVG - SEA
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$791
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 9/112:15 pmSEA - SHA
1 stop35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/256:10 pmSHA - SEA
1 stop33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$852
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/92:15 pmSEA - PVG
1 stop15h 40mAsiana Airlines
Tue 10/78:35 amPVG - SEA
1 stop18h 55mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/12$853
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 10/1412:50 pmSEA - PVG
1 stop16h 20mKorean Air
Wed 10/298:50 amPVG - SEA
1 stop16h 10mKorean Air
Deal found 6/11$860
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 8/242:30 pmSEA - SHA
1 stop35h 30mAsiana Airlines
Tue 9/26:10 pmSHA - SEA
1 stop33h 20mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 6/10$887
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 10/1412:50 pmSEA - SHA
1 stop37h 15mKorean Air
Wed 10/296:25 pmSHA - SEA
1 stop30h 35mKorean Air
Deal found 6/11$895
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/91:45 pmSEA - PVG
2 stops19h 50mANA
Tue 10/78:25 amPVG - SEA
2 stops25h 11mANA
Deal found 6/11$902
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/94:30 pmSEA - SHA
1 stop28h 45mANA
Tue 10/71:35 pmSHA - SEA
2 stops20h 01mANA
Deal found 6/11$915
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/81:40 amSEA - PVG
1 stop25h 55mChina Airlines
Tue 10/77:50 pmPVG - SEA
1 stop14h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/11$929
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Mon 9/156:15 amPDX - PVG
1 stop16h 50mAir Canada
Mon 12/155:50 pmPVG - PDX
1 stop20h 19mAir Canada
Deal found 6/9$938
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Mon 9/157:35 pmPDX - PVG
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/155:50 pmPVG - PDX
2 stops16h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$944
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 11/205:50 amSEA - PVG
1 stop18h 10mAir Canada
Thu 11/275:50 pmPVG - SEA
1 stop20h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$955

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington to Shanghai that are best for you.

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SeattleShanghai

SEA - PVG

SEAPVG

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 8/21

2:30 pm-9:40 am

1 stop28h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/27

8:50 am-12:45 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$819

SeattleShanghai

SEA - SHA

SEASHA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 9/11

2:15 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/25

6:10 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$852

SeattleShanghai

SEA - PVG

SEAPVG

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/9

2:15 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/7

8:35 am-12:30 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$853

SeattleShanghai

SEA - PVG

SEAPVG

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 8/23

1:20 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/7

1:40 pm-10:40 am

1 stop36h 00m

$876

SeattleShanghai

SEA - SHA

SEASHA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 8/24

2:30 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop35h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/2

6:10 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop33h 20m

$887

SeattleShanghai

SEA - SHA

SEASHA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 10/14

12:50 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop37h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/29

6:25 pm-10:00 am

1 stop30h 35m

$895

SeattleShanghai

SEA - PVG

SEAPVG

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/9

1:45 pm-12:35 am

2 stops19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/7

8:25 am-6:36 pm

2 stops25h 11m

$902

SeattleShanghai

SEA - SHA

SEASHA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/9

4:30 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop28h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/7

1:35 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops20h 01m

$915

SeattleShanghai

SEA - PVG

SEAPVG

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 9/8

1:40 am-6:35 pm

1 stop25h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/7

7:50 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$929

PortlandShanghai

PDX - PVG

PDXPVG

Portland

Mon 9/15

6:15 am-2:05 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/15

5:50 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop20h 19m

$938

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of Washington to Shanghai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of Washington to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from State of Washington to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 WA to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from State of Washington to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

Plan your trip to Shanghai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Washington to Shanghai. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
738 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,May 2025

TPE - SFO

Flight staff were very courteous and efficient. Aircraft (seats, lavatories, etc) kept clean and replenished. Food service was timed perfectly and was delicious and had right amount

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from State of Washington to Shanghai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Canada, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $510. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air China and China Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from State of Washington to Shanghai for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from State of Washington to Shanghai?

    When deciding which route to take from State of Washington to Shanghai consider Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong or Portland - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl as they are the most popular.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington 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 State of Washington to Shanghai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of Washington to Shanghai (average of $1,125). Flying from State of Washington to Shanghai in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 9 airlines flying from Washington to Shanghai

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hainan AirlinesCheapest$425Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
DeltaCheapest$602Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$712Average$1,355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$719Average$1,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$732Average$1,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China AirlinesCheapest$836Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Korean AirCheapest$907Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$953Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,038Average$1,472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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