Washington, D.C.

$489+ Cheap flights from China to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — WAS
Feb 28 — Mar 71
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Cheapest flights from China to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

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Mon 3/168:50 am
PEK
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IAD
1 stop39h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/309:45 pm
IAD
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PEK
1 stop20h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/27$899
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/191:20 pm
PEK
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IAD
1 stop22h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/86:30 am
IAD
-
PEK
1 stop20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$913
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/105:35 pm
PVG
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IAD
2 stops31h 00m
Air Canada
Sun 3/19:45 am
IAD
-
PVG
2 stops41h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/27$976
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/122:00 pm
PVG
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IAD
1 stop32h 05m
Etihad Airways
Tue 3/313:10 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop33h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/28$990
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/23:00 pm
PVG
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IAD
1 stop30h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/63:10 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop33h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/27$1,018
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/141:30 am
PEK
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IAD
1 stop21h 20m
Korean Air
Sun 3/2212:50 pm
IAD
-
PEK
1 stop21h 25m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/29$1,023
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/152:20 pm
PEK
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DCA
1 stop40h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/227:20 am
DCA
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PEK
2 stops31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,032
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/148:25 am
PVG
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IAD
2 stops25h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/310:13 pm
IAD
-
PVG
2 stops28h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,038
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/132:15 pm
PEK
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IAD
1 stop32h 35m
Korean Air
Fri 3/2012:50 pm
IAD
-
PEK
1 stop21h 25m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/27$1,049
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/131:30 am
PEK
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IAD
1 stop21h 20m
Korean Air
Sat 3/2112:50 pm
IAD
-
PEK
1 stop35h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/28$1,058
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/121:20 pm
PEK
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IAD
1 stop39h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/206:30 am
IAD
-
PEK
1 stop20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,059
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/131:30 am
PEK
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IAD
1 stop21h 45m
Korean Air
Fri 4/171:15 pm
IAD
-
PEK
1 stop34h 50m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/28$1,061

Find flight deals from China to Washington, D.C.

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$899
(Ticket)

One-way from

$489
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,383

Good round-trip deal

$1,985 or less

Good one-way deal

$881 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Guangzhou Baiyun-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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From China to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from China to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($299 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($94 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from China to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from China to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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Customize your flight search to find flights from China to Washington, D.C. 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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China

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Washington, D.C.

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Return

Price

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/10

5:35 pm-11:35 am

2 stops31h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/1

9:45 am-4:00 pm

2 stops41h 15m

$976

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/12

2:00 pm-10:05 am

1 stop32h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/31

3:10 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$990

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/2

3:00 pm-9:45 am

1 stop30h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/6

3:10 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$1,019

ShanghaiBaltimore

SHA - BWI

SHABWI

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/15

9:35 am-5:05 am

2 stops31h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/22

6:13 am-9:40 pm

2 stops27h 27m

$1,067

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Sat 6/20

1:30 am-11:15 am

1 stop21h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/17

11:50 am-10:15 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$1,071

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Sun 5/17

1:30 pm-11:15 am

1 stop33h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/13

1:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 25m

$1,071

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Sun 5/3

6:30 pm-11:15 am

1 stop28h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/10

1:15 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$1,082

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Tue 3/31

1:30 am-11:15 am

1 stop21h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/5

1:15 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$1,084

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Wed 4/1

5:25 pm-4:46 pm

2 stops35h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/5

10:35 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$1,090

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Thu 7/2

12:00 pm-5:08 am

2 stops29h 08m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/5

8:00 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops31h 25m

$1,090

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Best time to book a flight from China to Washington, D.C.

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Washington, D.C. (average of $924). Flying from China to Washington, D.C. in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,606). 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 CN to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from China to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from China to Washington, D.C. as you normally would.

How often are flights from China to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between China and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for China to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on China to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, Korean Air, and SAUDIA from China to Washington, D.C. 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.
8.4
Very good

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
8.4
Very good
8.4
Very good

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
8.4
Very good

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
8.4
Very good

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
8.4
Very good

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
8.4
Very good

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!

Related info for your journey

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

    Air Canada, Etihad Airways, and Air China can get you from China to Washington, D.C. in just under 31h. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 05m. China and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 7433 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Royal Air Maroc. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $469. Users have also found prices from $531 and $549 on ANA and Korean Air, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Washington, D.C. (average of $924). Flying from China to Washington, D.C. in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,606). 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 airline flying from China to Washington, D.C.

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