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$534+ 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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — WAS
Jun 3 — Jun 101
Wed 6/3
Wed 6/10
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 May 4, 2026.

This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/113:00 pm
PVG
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IAD
1 stop30h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 6/243:10 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop33h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,003
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 10/203:10 pm
PEK
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IAD
1 stop30h 55m
ANA
Tue 11/311:10 am
IAD
-
PEK
1 stop20h 25m
ANA
Deal found 5/1$1,096
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 6/167:55 am
PVG
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IAD
1 stop39h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 7/151:20 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop29h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,107
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Fri 6/512:35 am
PVG
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IAD
1 stop29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/289:00 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,153
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Wed 6/246:45 am
PEK
-
IAD
1 stop40h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 7/239:45 pm
IAD
-
PEK
1 stop20h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,164
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/512:35 am
PVG
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IAD
1 stop29h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/289:00 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop31h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$1,170
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 6/237:20 am
PEK
-
IAD
1 stop40h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 7/211:20 pm
IAD
-
PEK
1 stop28h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,173
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Wed 10/211:20 pm
PEK
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DCA
1 stop30h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/283:55 pm
DCA
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PEK
2 stops23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,192
This Emirates 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 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
Sun 9/2010:55 am
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop23h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 4/29$1,193
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 11/195:35 pm
PVG
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DCA
2 stops31h 44m
Air Canada
Mon 11/2312:55 pm
DCA
-
PVG
2 stops38h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/30$1,194
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Fri 10/167:25 am
PEK
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IAD
1 stop37h 15m
Emirates
Mon 11/210:30 am
IAD
-
PEK
1 stop39h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 5/1$1,203
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 9/173:55 pm
PVG
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IAD
2 stops41h 19m
Air Canada
Sun 9/205:35 pm
IAD
-
PVG
1 stop34h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/30$1,203

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 May 4, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,003
(lastminute.com)

One-way from

$534
(KAYAK)

Good round-trip deal

$1,904 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,189 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 May 4, 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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Price

Cheapest round-trip

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/5

12:35 am-6:20 pm

1 stop29h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/28

9:00 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$1,153

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

Sun 9/20

10:55 am-10:20 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$1,193

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/17

3:55 pm-9:14 pm

2 stops41h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/20

8:29 am-2:05 pm

1 stop41h 36m

$1,195

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Thu 9/10

6:30 pm-11:05 am

1 stop28h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/17

11:50 am-9:25 am

1 stop32h 35m

$1,220

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/21

6:50 pm-6:20 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/6

10:40 am-9:45 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,247

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/18

12:05 am-8:40 am

1 stop44h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 6/25

10:55 am-3:30 pm

1 stop40h 35m

$1,259

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 6/6

3:55 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops36h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/28

3:45 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$1,270

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Sat 10/10

1:30 am-11:05 am

1 stop21h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/21

11:50 am-10:15 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$1,306

BeijingWashington, D.C.

PEK - IAD

PEKIAD

Beijing Capital

Sun 10/11

1:30 am-11:05 am

1 stop21h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/23

11:50 am-9:25 am

1 stop32h 35m

$1,306

ShanghaiWashington, D.C.

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/10

12:35 am-6:20 pm

1 stop29h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/24

7:25 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$1,339

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Washington, D.C. (average of $861). Flying from China to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,149). 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 May 4, 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 8% of weekly flights between China and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 197 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?

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 8% 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 May 4, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air,ANA, andQatar Airways 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
1,216 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

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
1,216 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,216 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

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
1,205 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,216 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

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
7.4
Good
3,725 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,216 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

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
9,683 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,216 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

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
148 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,216 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

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.?

    Emirates, Air Canada, and Korean Air can get you from China to Washington, D.C. in just under 28h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 44m. China and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 6900 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. Dulles Intl or Dongying - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Beijing Capital - 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Washington, D.C. (average of $861). Flying from China to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,149). 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 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 May 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ANACheapest$1,270Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air ChinaCheapest$1,727Average$1,913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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