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$504+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Shanghai, China

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WAS — SHA
Jun 5 — Jun 121
Fri 6/5
Fri 6/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai
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 May 6, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Tue 5/129:00 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 6/812:35 am
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop29h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,240
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/127:50 pm
IAD
-
SHA
2 stops33h 15m
Korean Air
Wed 11/186:25 pm
SHA
-
IAD
2 stops37h 45m
Korean Air
Deal found 5/2$1,241
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/289:00 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 6/2012:35 am
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,241
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Thu 9/37:40 pm
BWI
-
SHA
2 stops33h 25m
Korean Air
Sun 11/16:25 pm
SHA
-
BWI
2 stops30h 57m
Korean Air
Deal found 5/5$1,241
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/299:00 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 7/86:40 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop33h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,242
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/231:20 pm
IAD
-
SHA
2 stops34h 55m
ANA
Sun 9/61:35 pm
SHA
-
IAD
1 stop32h 30m
ANA
Deal found 5/3$1,243
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/219:00 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/136:40 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,243
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/309:00 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop31h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/3112:35 am
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,245
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/159:00 pm
IAD
-
PVG
2 stops28h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/54:20 pm
PVG
-
IAD
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,246
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/612:15 pm
IAD
-
SHA
1 stop36h 00m
ANA
Sun 10/111:35 pm
SHA
-
IAD
1 stop32h 30m
ANA
Deal found 5/5$1,248
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Sat 9/51:20 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop29h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 9/207:55 am
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop39h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,248
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Wed 5/139:00 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 8/286:40 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5$1,249

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 May 6, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,239
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$504
(FlightHub)

Popular in

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January

Average price

$1,319
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 May 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/3

7:40 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/3

6:25 pm-5:03 pm

2 stops35h 38m

$1,241

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/3

7:40 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/1

6:25 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops30h 57m

$1,241

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/3

7:40 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/4

6:25 pm-5:03 pm

2 stops35h 38m

$1,241

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/13

7:50 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops33h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/29

6:25 pm-10:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

$1,280

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/3

7:40 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops33h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/5

6:25 pm-5:03 pm

2 stops35h 38m

$1,291

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/18

9:00 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/14

12:35 am-6:20 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$1,297

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/31

7:00 am-12:05 pm

2 stops41h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 9/13

10:30 pm-5:00 am

2 stops42h 30m

$1,305

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/17

6:50 pm-11:05 am

2 stops52h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/16

9:05 am-2:45 pm

3 stops42h 40m

$1,326

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/9

12:30 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/8

1:40 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops40h 33m

$1,342

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 10/22

8:15 am-12:15 pm

2 stops40h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/5

1:40 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops40h 33m

$1,353

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

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 56 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.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai (average of $267). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,025). 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?

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 May 6, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA,Delta, andUnited Airlines 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.
ANA
8.3
Very good
1,207 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

EWR - NRT

Flights were on time and flew ahead of schedule. Seating was comfortable. Meal quality left a little to be desired, and service was mostly mechanical.
ANA
8.3
Very good
1,207 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
1,207 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

EWR - NRT

Flights were on time and flew ahead of schedule. Seating was comfortable. Meal quality left a little to be desired, and service was mostly mechanical.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,459 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
1,207 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

EWR - NRT

Flights were on time and flew ahead of schedule. Seating was comfortable. Meal quality left a little to be desired, and service was mostly mechanical.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,684 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
1,207 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

EWR - NRT

Flights were on time and flew ahead of schedule. Seating was comfortable. Meal quality left a little to be desired, and service was mostly mechanical.
Air China
7.3
Good
148 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
1,207 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

EWR - NRT

Flights were on time and flew ahead of schedule. Seating was comfortable. Meal quality left a little to be desired, and service was mostly mechanical.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,667 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
1,207 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

EWR - NRT

Flights were on time and flew ahead of schedule. Seating was comfortable. Meal quality left a little to be desired, and service was mostly mechanical.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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. to Shanghai?

    Korean Air, Qatar Airways, and SAUDIA can get you from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai in just under 31h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 20h 35m. There are 7433 mi between Washington, D.C. 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. to Shanghai round-trip?

    Flying on Korean Air is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $562. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at $815 and $884, respectively. Users have found that Korean Air is 57% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai are Korean Air ($415), Air China ($510), and ANA ($664).

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

    While some choose either Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Shanghai Pu Dong, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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. to Shanghai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai (average of $267). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,025). 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 Washington, D.C. to Shanghai

Discover the top 10 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Korean AirCheapest$562Average$1,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$815Average$1,518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air ChinaCheapest$884Average$1,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$910Average$1,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EVA AirCheapest$963Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,089Average$1,693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,105Average$1,468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ANACheapest$1,117Average$1,564FlexibilityNo 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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