Dulles Intl

$201+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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SHA — IAD
may. 4 — may. 111
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Dulles Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Dulles Intl (IAD). 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 abril 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$882
(Korean Air)

One-way from

$201
(Vakatrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,243
From Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
One-way flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($568 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($128 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from Shanghai to Dulles Intl

Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Dulles Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 29, 2025.

This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/182:00 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop32h 50mKorean Air
vie. 12/511:50 amIAD - PVG
1 stop19h 35mKorean Air
Deal found 4/27$882
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/1712:35 amPVG - IAD
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
vie. 11/288:05 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop29h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/27$1,047
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/1712:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/98:45 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,089
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/2211:55 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop41h 15mEgyptair
jue. 5/2912:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop39h 00mEgyptair
Deal found 4/28$1,100
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 6/110:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop42h 05mSWISS
mar. 7/88:45 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop22h 55mSWISS
Deal found 4/29$1,137
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/1712:10 amPVG - IAD
2 stops52h 20mAustrian Airlines
mar. 12/95:25 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops59h 05mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,194
This ANA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 ANA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/61:40 pmSHA - IAD
1 stop32h 30mANA
mar. 11/1111:05 amIAD - SHA
1 stop36h 20mANA
Deal found 4/28$1,272
This ANA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 ANA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/52:30 amPVG - IAD
1 stop19h 40mANA
mar. 11/1111:05 amIAD - PVG
1 stop21h 20mANA
Deal found 4/28$1,272
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/51:55 amPVG - IAD
1 stop25h 25mLufthansa
vie. 6/135:45 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops33h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 4/28$1,293
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/223:55 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops31h 19mAir Canada
jue. 5/291:52 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops36h 13mAir Canada
Deal found 4/28$1,328
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 6/16:25 pmSHA - IAD
1 stop28h 50mKorean Air
mar. 7/81:30 pmIAD - SHA
1 stop39h 35mKorean Air
Deal found 4/29$1,383
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
vie. 5/28:05 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops31h 55mEVA Air
jue. 5/85:38 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops36h 47mEVA Air
Deal found 4/29$1,442

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Dulles Intl 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 abril 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Shanghai

Fly to

Dulles Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 5/20

1:40 pm-11:15 am

1 stop33h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 9/6

1:15 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop35h 10m

$882

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 10/17

12:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop27h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 11/28

8:05 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop29h 15m

$1,047

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 5/22

11:55 pm-5:10 am

1 stop41h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 5/29

12:00 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop39h 00m

$1,100

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 6/11

11:35 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 10/22

5:45 pm-7:40 am

1 stop25h 55m

$1,132

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 6/1

10:10 am-4:15 pm

1 stop42h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 7/8

8:45 pm-7:40 am

1 stop22h 55m

$1,137

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 5/21

1:35 am-8:52 pm

2 stops31h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 5/29

12:20 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$1,282

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 6/5

1:55 am-3:20 pm

1 stop25h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 6/13

5:45 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$1,293

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 5/22

3:55 pm-11:14 am

2 stops31h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 5/29

1:52 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops36h 13m

$1,328

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

SHA - IAD

SHAIAD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 6/1

6:25 pm-11:15 am

1 stop28h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 7/8

1:30 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 35m

$1,383

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

SHA - IAD

SHAIAD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 10/18

1:35 pm-10:05 am

1 stop32h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 11/28

11:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop36h 20m

$1,391

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Dulles Intl

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $309). Flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 PVG to IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 3% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Dulles Intl by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Dulles Intl by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. 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 Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated abril 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend
8.3
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gary,Apr 2025

DPS - TPE

The staff was excellent. Kind, courteous, and overall just hospitable. Definitely recommend

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Dulles Intl. 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 flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Korean Air ($882), Qatar Airways ($1,047), and Egyptair ($1,100) offers the cheapest pricing from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Korean Air is priced at 44% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for ANA. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $201. Users have also found prices from $591 and $602 on Air China and Turkish Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $309). Flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 2 airlines flying from Shanghai to Dulles Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to Dulles Intl. 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 abril 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$1,157Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ANACheapest$1,227Average$1,362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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