$499+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Shanghai, China
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — SHA
Dec 9 — Dec 161
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to ShanghaiExplore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 9, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 9, 2026.
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/98:05 pm -
1 stop36h 55m
Sun 12/2011:35 pm -
1 stop29h 20m
Deal found 11/4![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,044
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/711:50 am -
1 stop35h 45m
Mon 12/1411:20 am -
1 stop35h 30m
Deal found 11/9![Korean Air logo]()
$1,049
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/279:20 pm -
1 stop30h 50m
Tue 1/129:55 am -
1 stop38h 50m
Deal found 11/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,050
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/98:05 pm -
1 stop36h 55m
Sat 12/196:20 pm -
1 stop34h 35m
Deal found 11/4![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,056
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/98:05 pm -
1 stop36h 55m
Fri 12/186:20 pm -
1 stop34h 35m
Deal found 11/4![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,069
This Globehunters deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Globehunters is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/88:05 pm -
1 stop36h 55m
Mon 3/16:20 pm -
1 stop34h 35m
Deal found 11/5![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,072
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/111:30 pm -
1 stop27h 40m
Fri 11/207:40 am -
1 stop41h 05m
Deal found 11/4![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,075
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/28:05 pm -
1 stop29h 35m
Wed 12/2311:35 pm -
1 stop29h 20m
Deal found 11/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,076
This Qatar Airways 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/128:05 pm -
1 stop36h 55m
Fri 12/1811:35 pm -
1 stop29h 20m
Deal found 11/4![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,078
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/121:30 pm -
1 stop27h 30m
Fri 11/207:40 am -
1 stop41h 05m
Deal found 11/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,083
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/3011:50 am -
1 stop35h 45m
Wed 12/2311:20 am -
1 stop35h 30m
Deal found 11/9![Korean Air logo]()
$1,087
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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.
Sun 11/2911:10 am -
1 stop36h 15m
Sat 12/121:40 pm -
1 stop32h 30m
Deal found 11/7![ANA logo]()
$1,107
Best flights from Washington, D.C. to ShanghaiDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
This Korean Air 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/111:50 am -
1 stop19h 35m
Wed 3/38:50 am -
1 stop38h 00m
Deal found 11/4![Korean Air logo]()
$1,037
This Turkish Airlines 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/121:30 pm -
1 stop27h 30m
Fri 12/186:40 am -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 11/4![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,130
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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.
Sat 1/3011:50 am -
1 stop35h 05m
Sat 2/138:50 am -
1 stop38h 00m
Deal found 11/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,137
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/42:00 pm -
2 stops22h 15m
Wed 1/208:35 am -
2 stops40h 30m
Deal found 11/9![ANA logo]()
$1,187
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Wed 1/136:00 am -
2 stops27h 55m
Wed 2/1010:30 pm -
2 stops45h 13m
Deal found 11/6![Air China logo]()
$1,233
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/305:50 pm -
2 stops52h 25m
Mon 2/151:30 pm -
2 stops37h 25m
Deal found 11/5![SAUDIA logo]()
$1,259
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/25:15 pm -
2 stops35h 05m
Tue 4/2012:35 am -
2 stops30h 14m
Deal found 11/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,392
This EVA Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 EVA Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/291:15 am -
1 stop27h 15m
Thu 4/227:40 pm -
1 stop38h 35m
Deal found 11/9![EVA Air logo]()
$1,403
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/3111:17 am -
2 stops38h 43m
Sun 4/254:00 pm -
2 stops41h 59m
Deal found 11/9![Japan Airlines logo]()
$1,519
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/1810:10 am -
2 stops37h 10m
Sun 1/3110:30 pm -
2 stops36h 29m
Deal found 11/7![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,553
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/25:20 pm -
2 stops26h 50m
Tue 2/1610:55 am -
2 stops45h 24m
Deal found 11/9![British Airways logo]()
$1,742
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Thu 1/76:00 am -
1 stop20h 15m
Mon 2/110:00 am -
1 stop19h 40m
Deal found 11/6![Delta logo]()
$1,804
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Sat 1/3011:50 am -
1 stop21h 05m
Sat 2/2011:20 am -
1 stop35h 30m
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,137
This Turkish Airlines 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/141:30 pm -
1 stop38h 40m
Tue 12/19:55 am -
1 stop38h 50m
Deal found 11/4![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,170
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/257:40 am -
2 stops28h 35m
Fri 2/128:35 am -
2 stops23h 45m
Deal found 11/9![ANA logo]()
$1,206
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/36:50 am -
2 stops27h 05m
Wed 1/209:30 pm -
2 stops46h 20m
Deal found 11/9![Air China logo]()
$1,261
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/21:15 pm -
1 stop39h 45m
Fri 4/236:10 pm -
1 stop29h 05m
Deal found 11/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,158
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/51:30 pm -
1 stop38h 40m
Sat 12/2611:05 pm -
1 stop25h 40m
Deal found 11/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,230
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/236:20 am -
2 stops29h 55m
Fri 2/122:35 am -
2 stops23h 35m
Deal found 11/9![ANA logo]()
$1,245
This EVA Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 EVA Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/31:15 am -
1 stop27h 15m
Fri 4/237:40 pm -
1 stop38h 35m
Deal found 11/9![EVA Air logo]()
$1,418
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/48:30 am -
2 stops36h 30m
Wed 1/2010:30 pm -
2 stops43h 53m
Deal found 11/9![Air China logo]()
$1,308
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/301:30 pm -
1 stop27h 30m
Fri 2/1211:05 pm -
1 stop33h 20m
Deal found 11/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,237
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/231:01 pm -
2 stops23h 14m
Fri 2/128:35 am -
2 stops23h 45m
Deal found 11/9![ANA logo]()
$1,256
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2311:17 am -
2 stops36h 28m
Thu 4/1512:45 pm -
2 stops42h 13m
Deal found 11/7![Japan Airlines logo]()
$1,535
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 1/2910:00 pm -
1 stop22h 15m
Fri 2/125:30 pm -
2 stops27h 28m
Deal found 11/7![Air China logo]()
$1,347
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/2411:17 am -
2 stops36h 28m
Mon 4/1212:45 pm -
2 stops42h 13m
Deal found 11/7![Japan Airlines logo]()
$1,535
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/96:59 pm -
2 stops31h 21m
Tue 12/154:35 pm -
2 stops38h 29m
Deal found 11/8![Cathay Pacific logo]()
$1,697
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/79:20 pm -
1 stop30h 50m
Sat 1/3011:05 pm -
1 stop25h 40m
Deal found 11/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,282
This EVA Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 EVA Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/1111:55 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Thu 1/287:40 pm -
1 stop38h 15m
Deal found 11/9![EVA Air logo]()
$1,558
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Tue 1/126:00 am -
1 stop20h 15m
Sat 1/3010:00 am -
1 stop19h 40m
Deal found 11/6![Delta logo]()
$1,804
Last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to ShanghaiDiscover last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. Data last updated November 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. Data last updated November 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/98:05 pm -
1 stop36h 55m
Sun 12/2011:35 pm -
1 stop29h 20m
Deal found 11/4![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,044
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/98:05 pm -
1 stop36h 55m
Sat 12/196:20 pm -
1 stop34h 35m
Deal found 11/4![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,056
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/98:05 pm -
1 stop36h 55m
Fri 12/186:20 pm -
1 stop34h 35m
Deal found 11/4![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,069
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/111:30 pm -
1 stop27h 40m
Fri 11/207:40 am -
1 stop41h 05m
Deal found 11/4![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,075
This Qatar Airways 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/128:05 pm -
1 stop36h 55m
Mon 12/216:20 pm -
1 stop34h 35m
Deal found 11/4![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,078
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/121:30 pm -
1 stop27h 30m
Fri 11/207:40 am -
1 stop41h 05m
Deal found 11/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,083
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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.
Sun 11/2911:10 am -
1 stop36h 15m
Sat 12/121:40 pm -
1 stop32h 30m
Deal found 11/7![ANA logo]()
$1,107
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/3011:50 am -
1 stop35h 45m
Sat 12/2611:20 am -
1 stop35h 30m
Deal found 11/9![Korean Air logo]()
$1,087
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/28:05 pm -
1 stop29h 35m
Wed 12/2311:35 pm -
1 stop29h 20m
Deal found 11/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,076
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/711:50 am -
1 stop35h 45m
Mon 12/1411:20 am -
1 stop35h 30m
Deal found 11/9![Korean Air logo]()
$1,049
This Globehunters deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Globehunters is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/88:05 pm -
1 stop36h 55m
Mon 3/16:20 pm -
1 stop34h 35m
Deal found 11/5![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,072
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/279:20 pm -
1 stop30h 50m
Tue 1/129:55 am -
1 stop38h 50m
Deal found 11/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,050
One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to ShanghaiSearch for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/2211:35 pm -
2 stops44h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$499
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/2411:35 pm -
2 stops44h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$500
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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.
Sun 1/3111:35 pm -
2 stops55h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$511
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/2211:35 pm -
2 stops30h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$514
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/2411:35 pm -
2 stops30h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$519
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Sun 1/179:30 am -
2 stops40h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$523
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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.
Sun 1/3111:35 pm -
3 stops55h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$531
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/127:46 am -
2 stops25h 09m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$534
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/157:05 am -
2 stops38h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$543
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/145:11 pm -
2 stops51h 54m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$549
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/145:17 pm -
2 stops51h 48m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$549
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/611:35 pm -
2 stops43h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$554
Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 9, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,037 (Korean Air) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $499 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $1,209 |
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 1/24
11:35 pm-8:45 am
2 stops44h 10m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$500
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
DCASHA
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sun 1/17
9:30 am-2:35 pm
2 stops40h 05m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$523
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
DCASHA
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 1/12
9:30 am-12:40 pm
2 stops38h 10m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$628
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
IADSHA
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 1/6
6:00 am-10:55 pm
2 stops27h 55m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$636
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
DCASHA
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Thu 11/26
9:00 am-12:40 pm
2 stops38h 40m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$664
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
DCASHA
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Wed 2/24
8:00 am-4:50 pm
3 stops43h 50m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$665
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 1/6
11:50 am-9:45 am
1 stop32h 55m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$667
Quickest round-trip
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mon 1/18
11:50 am-8:25 pm
1 stop19h 35m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$667
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mon 1/11
11:50 am-9:45 am
1 stop32h 55m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$667
Washington, D.C.Shanghai
IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
IADPVG
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Wed 1/27
11:50 am-9:45 am
1 stop32h 55m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$667
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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai
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WAS-CN2
IAD-PVG
IAD-SHA
DCA-SHA
DCA-PVG
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WAS-CN2
IAD-PVG
IAD-SHA
DCA-SHA
DCA-PVG
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai (average of $1,109). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). 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. to Shanghai?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Washington, D.C. to Shanghai flights typically cost between $1,152 and $1,332 in January.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,037 on Korean Air (Jan 31-Mar 3).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai, you should look to book at least 55 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA,Delta, andAir China from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.3
Entertainment
8.0
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.8
Boarding
8.5
Crew
8.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentRyan,Aug 2026
JFK - HND
Overall
8.3
Entertainment
8.0
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.8
Boarding
8.5
Crew
8.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentRyan,Aug 2026
JFK - HND
Overall
8.3
Entertainment
8.0
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.8
Boarding
8.5
Crew
8.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentRyan,Aug 2026
JFK - HND
Overall
8.3
Entertainment
8.0
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.8
Boarding
8.5
Crew
8.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentRyan,Aug 2026
JFK - HND
Overall
8.3
Entertainment
8.0
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.8
Boarding
8.5
Crew
8.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentRyan,Aug 2026
JFK - HND
Overall
8.3
Entertainment
8.0
Comfort
8.2
Food
7.8
Boarding
8.5
Crew
8.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentRyan,Aug 2026
JFK - HND
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Top 9 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai
Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$815 | Average$1,285 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$910 | Average$1,060 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$946 | Average$1,198 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$956 | Average$1,053 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$961 | Average$1,455 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$963 | Average$1,218 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% | |
| Cheapest$1,089 | Average$1,660 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,109 | Average$1,496 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% | |
| Cheapest$1,160 | Average$1,300 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |