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$661+ 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 6/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — WAS
Jul 21 — Jul 281
Tue 7/21
Tue 7/28
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 June 21, 2026.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Sat 10/316:15 pm
PVG
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IAD
1 stop27h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/283:10 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop30h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/18$1,149
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Sat 10/316:15 pm
PVG
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IAD
1 stop27h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 4/293:10 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop30h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/18$1,150
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Thu 6/2512:10 pm
PVG
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BWI
2 stops33h 16m
United Airlines
Wed 7/87:00 am
BWI
-
PVG
1 stop22h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/21$1,167
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/76:45 pm
PEK
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DCA
2 stops27h 33m
Air Canada
Tue 7/288:40 pm
DCA
-
PEK
2 stops32h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/16$1,168
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Sat 10/316:15 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop27h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 4/243:10 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop30h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/18$1,171
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Sat 10/316:15 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop27h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sun 4/253:10 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop30h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/18$1,172
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Mon 11/26:15 pm
PVG
-
IAD
1 stop27h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/273:10 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop30h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/18$1,176
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/86:50 pm
PVG
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IAD
1 stop32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/219:00 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop31h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/19$1,179
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/177:20 am
PVG
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IAD
1 stop37h 20m
Emirates
Mon 9/2110:55 am
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop40h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 6/20$1,198
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Sun 11/221:30 pm
PVG
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DCA
1 stop21h 23m
United Airlines
Thu 11/266:00 pm
DCA
-
PVG
1 stop35h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/20$1,204
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Thu 9/178:10 pm
PVG
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IAD
2 stops21h 15m
United Airlines
Mon 9/2110:34 pm
IAD
-
PVG
2 stops30h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/20$1,204
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Tue 9/88:10 pm
PVG
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BWI
2 stops26h 29m
United Airlines
Mon 9/218:00 am
BWI
-
PVG
1 stop21h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/19$1,206

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 June 21, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,148
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$661
(United Airlines)

Good round-trip deal

$2,274 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,549 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 June 21, 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

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - DCA

PEKDCA

Beijing Capital

Tue 7/7

6:45 pm-10:18 am

2 stops27h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/28

8:40 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops32h 15m

$1,168

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/17

7:20 am-8:40 am

1 stop37h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/21

10:55 am-3:30 pm

1 stop40h 35m

$1,198

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - DCA

PVGDCA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/22

1:30 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop21h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 11/26

6:00 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop35h 45m

$1,204

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/17

8:10 pm-5:25 am

2 stops21h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/21

7:20 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops34h 05m

$1,205

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - DCA

PVGDCA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/23

1:30 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop21h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 11/27

8:00 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$1,206

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Thu 9/17

7:25 am-8:40 am

1 stop37h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/20

10:55 am-10:20 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$1,209

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Mon 7/6

7:25 am-8:40 am

1 stop37h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 7/19

10:55 am-3:25 pm

1 stop40h 30m

$1,227

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/4

6:15 pm-9:05 am

1 stop27h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/29

3:10 pm-10:05 am

1 stop30h 55m

$1,234

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

SHA - IAD

SHAIAD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/5

6:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/27

1:15 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 50m

$1,278

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

SHA - IAD

SHAIAD

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/2

6:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/29

1:15 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 50m

$1,279

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from China with our price prediction graph.
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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Washington, D.C. (average of $870). Flying from China to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,630). 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 June 21, 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 7% of weekly flights between China and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 164 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night 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?

Tuesday 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 7% 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 June 21, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air,ANA, andUnited Airlines 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.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,218 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,218 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,218 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
ANA
8.3
Very good
1,250 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,218 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,874 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,218 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,726 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,218 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!
Air China
7.3
Good
155 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,218 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jacqueline,Aug 2025

ICN - SEA

Well, I was upset at first because I have a special diet and I need to order vegetarian and I couldn’t do it before the trip, but the stewardess were so nice and they gave me sandwiches that were plant-based which I loved!!

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, Emirates, and United Airlines can get you from China to Washington, D.C. in just under 21h 23m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 57m. 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.

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Washington, D.C. (average of $870). Flying from China to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,630). 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.

Discover the top airline 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 June 21, 2026.
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ANACheapest$1,270Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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