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$521+ 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 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — WAS
Apr 15 — Apr 221
Wed 4/15
Wed 4/22
1 adult, Economy
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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 March 16, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/23:00 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop30h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/153:10 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/12$978
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 4/213:00 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop30h 45m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/283:10 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,005
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 5/193:00 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop30h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 10/293:35 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop29h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/14$1,007
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Wed 4/223:00 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop30h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/293:10 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,026
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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.
Wed 5/203:00 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop30h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 10/293:35 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop29h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/14$1,027
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 4/193:00 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop30h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/273:10 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,028
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 5/181:30 am
PEK
-
IAD
1 stop21h 45m
Korean Air
Tue 10/131:15 pm
IAD
-
PEK
1 stop20h 15m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/12$1,049
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Fri 4/173:00 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop30h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/273:10 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,049
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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.
Sun 5/173:00 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop30h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 10/263:35 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop33h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/14$1,050
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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.
Sun 5/173:00 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop30h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 10/283:35 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop29h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/14$1,052
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 4/193:00 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop30h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 4/243:10 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,053
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Thu 7/23:55 pm
PVG
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DCA
2 stops28h 57m
Air Canada
Fri 9/116:59 am
DCA
-
PVG
1 stop21h 26m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/13$1,056

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

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$971
(BusinessClass)

One-way from

$521
(Kiwi.com)

Good round-trip deal

$1,749 or less

Good one-way deal

$934 or less
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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 March 16, 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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/17

3:00 pm-9:45 am

1 stop30h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/28

3:35 pm-9:15 am

1 stop29h 40m

$1,052

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 7/4

3:00 pm-9:45 am

1 stop30h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/8

3:10 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop33h 45m

$1,073
Quickest round-trip

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Mon 5/18

1:30 am-11:15 am

1 stop21h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/13

1:15 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$1,103

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Thu 4/16

12:40 am-8:40 am

1 stop44h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/21

10:55 am-3:25 pm

1 stop40h 30m

$1,163

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/21

12:35 am-4:05 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/28

11:05 am-10:35 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$1,169

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - DCA

PVGDCA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/2

3:55 pm-8:52 am

2 stops28h 57m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/11

8:40 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop31h 45m

$1,193

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/14

3:00 pm-9:45 am

1 stop30h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/2

2:35 pm-9:15 am

1 stop29h 40m

$1,199

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Fri 4/17

5:25 pm-11:33 am

2 stops30h 08m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/21

5:20 pm-4:40 am

2 stops23h 20m

$1,200

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - DCA

PEKDCA

Beijing Capital

Tue 4/21

5:25 pm-9:30 am

2 stops28h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/25

12:40 pm-4:40 am

2 stops28h 00m

$1,200

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Fri 4/10

5:25 pm-5:28 am

2 stops24h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/17

10:35 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$1,203

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 March 16, 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 10% of weekly flights between China and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 161 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 10% 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 March 16, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA,Korean Air, andSAUDIA 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.
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,129 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,129 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,129 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,129 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
665 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,129 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,428 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,129 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!
Air China
7.3
Good
141 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,129 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!

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.?

    Etihad Airways, Air Canada, and EVA Air can get you from China to Washington, D.C. in just under 28h 57m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 09m. China and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 7446 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.?

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

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Top 2 airlines flying from China to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from China to Washington, D.C.. 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 March 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ANACheapest$1,081Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,490Average$1,820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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