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$494+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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SHA — IAD
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$881
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$494
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,461
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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 September 17, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 11/311:20 amPVG - IAD
1 stop35h 30mKorean Air
Sun 11/1611:50 amIAD - PVG
1 stop19h 35mKorean Air
Deal found 9/15$881
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 11/36:25 pmSHA - IAD
1 stop28h 25mKorean Air
Sun 11/1611:50 amIAD - SHA
1 stop40h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 9/15$901
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/78:50 amPVG - IAD
1 stop38h 05mKorean Air
Wed 4/11:15 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop35h 10mKorean Air
Deal found 9/15$901
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 12/1911:05 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop25h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sat 1/31:30 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop30h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,000
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/41:40 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop33h 15mKorean Air
Thu 4/21:15 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop35h 10mKorean Air
Deal found 9/15$1,007
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/191:30 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop20h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/310:10 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops31h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$1,053
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/38:55 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops21h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/168:30 amIAD - PVG
1 stop21h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,054
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:25 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops27h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/128:10 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops31h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,065
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/711:55 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop41h 15mEgyptair
Thu 4/212:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgyptair
Deal found 9/15$1,078
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 11/35:35 pmPVG - IAD
2 stops35h 16mAir Canada
Sun 11/164:25 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops34h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 9/15$1,087
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/71:40 pmPVG - IAD
1 stop33h 15mKorean Air
Sun 3/291:15 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop18h 55mKorean Air
Deal found 9/15$1,091
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/711:30 amSHA - IAD
1 stop20h 00mAir China
Tue 3/3111:00 pmIAD - SHA
1 stop23h 00mAir China
Deal found 9/15$1,302

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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 September 17, 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

Mon 11/3

8:50 am-9:50 am

1 stop38h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/16

11:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 55m

$883

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

SHA - IAD

SHAIAD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/3

6:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/16

11:50 am-5:10 pm

1 stop40h 20m

$901

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/23

11:20 am-9:50 am

1 stop35h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/12

11:50 am-12:35 pm

1 stop35h 45m

$901

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/18

2:00 pm-9:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/22

11:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 55m

$934

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/20

2:00 pm-9:50 am

1 stop32h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/24

11:50 am-12:35 pm

1 stop35h 45m

$934

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/19

8:55 pm-11:45 am

2 stops27h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/3

10:15 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$1,053

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/3

8:55 pm-5:16 am

2 stops21h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/16

8:30 am-6:45 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$1,054

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/3

8:55 pm-5:16 am

2 stops21h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/16

6:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$1,078

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/5

8:10 pm-5:22 am

2 stops21h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/3

8:15 am-5:45 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$1,192

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/7

12:10 pm-9:07 pm

2 stops20h 57m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/29

8:30 am-5:25 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$1,192

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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 $292). Flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 SHA 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 September 17, 2025.

When flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 3% versus a flight at noon.

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 September 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA and Air China from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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
8.4
Very good
964 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me
ANA
8.4
Very good
964 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
964 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me
Air China
7.3
Good
101 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
964 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me

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  • How long is the flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    For as low as $1,302, Korean Air can have you in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from Shanghai in 20h. The distance between Shanghai and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is about 7437 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Air China ($1,157), and ANA ($1,232) offers the cheapest pricing from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Air China is priced at 20% 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 Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $564. Users have also found prices from $579 and $617 on Korean Air and Air China, 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 $292). Flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$1,157Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ANACheapest$1,232Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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