Cheap flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. (WAS) from $449

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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SHA — WAS
May 7 — May 141

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 May 2, 2024.

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,649

Round-trip from

$234
High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 31% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From Shanghai to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.?

Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 72%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 61 days in advance to save up to 184% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 61 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $1,656, or $2,488 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.?

Our data shows that June tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Shanghai. Users have commonly found prices around $1,731 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $803. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. (SHA - WAS)?

When flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C., 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 18% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Egypt Air flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Egypt Air for the route between Shanghai and Washington, D.C.. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Egypt Air flights we've found from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Tue 6/251:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop44h 05mEgypt Air
Thu 8/2212:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Deal found 5/1$1,138
Tue 6/181:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Tue 8/2712:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Deal found 5/1$1,155
Tue 6/251:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop44h 05mEgypt Air
Tue 9/2412:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Deal found 4/30$1,170
Thu 6/201:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Thu 8/2212:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Deal found 5/1$1,188
Thu 6/271:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Thu 8/2912:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Deal found 5/1$1,206
Tue 6/181:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Sun 8/1812:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Deal found 5/1$1,210
Thu 6/201:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Sun 8/1812:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Deal found 5/1$1,224
Tue 6/111:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 00mEgypt Air
Sun 7/1412:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop40h 50mEgypt Air
Deal found 5/1$1,232

Cheap ANA flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by ANA for the route between Shanghai and Washington, D.C.. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on ANA flights traveling from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Wed 6/121:35 amPVG - IAD
1 stop21h 00mANA
Wed 6/1912:25 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop24h 10mANA
Deal found 5/1$1,241
Fri 6/148:25 amPVG - IAD
1 stop19h 25mANA
Wed 6/1912:25 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop24h 10mANA
Deal found 5/1$1,242
Wed 6/121:35 amPVG - IAD
1 stop21h 00mANA
Wed 6/198:24 amIAD - PVG
2 stops28h 11mANA
Deal found 5/1$1,266
Sat 10/262:30 amPVG - IAD
1 stop19h 50mANA
Mon 12/211:05 amIAD - PVG
1 stop25h 10mANA
Deal found 5/1$1,370
Sat 10/262:30 amPVG - IAD
1 stop19h 50mANA
Mon 12/28:35 amIAD - PVG
2 stops27h 40mANA
Deal found 5/1$1,413
Mon 6/241:35 amPVG - IAD
1 stop21h 00mANA
Sun 9/2212:48 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops23h 47mANA
Deal found 5/1$1,461

Cheap Shanghai to Washington, D.C. flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Prices were last updated on May 2, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. in May and June 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 6/2511:00 amPVG - BWI
1 stop44h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/269:20 pmBWI - PVG
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$865
Mon 6/1711:00 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/225:55 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$865
Tue 6/2511:00 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/225:55 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$970
Tue 6/2511:00 amPVG - BWI
1 stop44h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/209:20 pmBWI - PVG
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$975
Wed 5/2211:00 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/910:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$975
Tue 6/2511:00 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/2610:45 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$992
Wed 6/1911:00 amPVG - BWI
1 stop44h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/289:20 pmBWI - PVG
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,003
Tue 6/2511:00 amPVG - IAD
1 stop45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/205:55 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,022
Sun 5/511:10 amPVG - IAD
1 stop45h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 5/910:15 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop22h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/30$1,074

Shanghai to Washington, D.C. 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Shanghai and Washington, D.C. in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. in May and June 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 11/2610:55 amPVG - IAD
1 stop41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1810:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$860
Tue 6/2511:00 amPVG - BWI
1 stop44h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/269:20 pmBWI - PVG
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$865
Mon 6/1711:00 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/225:55 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$865
Sun 10/2710:55 amPVG - IAD
1 stop41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/210:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$970
Tue 6/2511:00 amPVG - BWI
1 stop44h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/209:20 pmBWI - PVG
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$975
Wed 5/2211:00 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/910:00 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$975
Tue 6/2511:00 amPVG - IAD
1 stop40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/2610:45 pmIAD - PVG
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$992
Wed 6/1911:00 amPVG - BWI
1 stop44h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/289:20 pmBWI - PVG
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,003
Tue 6/2511:00 amPVG - IAD
1 stop45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/205:55 pmIAD - PVG
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,022

One-way flights to Washington, D.C. from Shanghai

Search for one-way flight options from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.. For those needing a return trip from Shanghai, there is a search form available above.
Mon 5/278:50 amSHA - BWI
3 stops35h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$449
Sat 5/259:55 pmPVG - BWI
2 stops45h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$452
Mon 5/278:50 amSHA - BWI
2 stops34h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$462
Tue 5/282:25 amPVG - BWI
3 stops32h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$469
Mon 5/272:05 amPVG - BWI
2 stops41h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$493
Mon 5/272:55 pmPVG - BWI
3 stops43h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$495
Tue 5/282:25 amPVG - BWI
2 stops50h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$516
Sun 5/262:25 amPVG - BWI
3 stops47h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$525
Sun 6/92:05 amPVG - BWI
3 stops48h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$533

Find flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai 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 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$865 - $1,383

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Shanghai Pu DongBaltimore/Washington

PVG - BWI

PVGBWI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/25

1 stop44h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/26

1 stop22h 35m

$865

Shanghai Pu DongBaltimore/Washington

PVG - BWI

PVGBWI

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/25

1 stop44h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 8/23

1 stop22h 35m

$1,082

Shanghai Pu DongWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/25

1 stop44h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/22

1 stop40h 50m

$1,138

Shanghai Pu DongWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/12

1 stop21h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/19

1 stop24h 10m

$1,241

Shanghai Pu DongWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/13

1 stop41h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 6/20

1 stop24h 25m

$1,254

Shanghai Pu DongWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/24

1 stop41h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/23

1 stop25h 20m

$1,275

Shanghai Pu DongWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/13

1 stop31h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/10

1 stop29h 25m

$1,287

Shanghai Pu DongWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

PVG - IAD

PVGIAD

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/20

1 stop36h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/12

1 stop19h 35m

$1,302

Shanghai Pu DongWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

PVG - DCA

PVGDCA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/22

2 stops43h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/9

2 stops23h 58m

$1,383

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/1

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Shanghai to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. is currently $488 while a round-trip flight costs $1,203. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. (average of $281). Flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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.

January

$308

February

$303

March

$358

April

$337

May

$337

June

$398

July

$378

August

$296

September

$281

October

$303

November

$328

December

$291

Temperature and rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

WAS

Temperature

35.6 - 80.6 °F

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 2, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Egypt Air, ANA and Austrian Airlines from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.5
Very good
942 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.4
Very good
591 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.3
Very good
1,485 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

8.3
Very good
1,470 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.2

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

if you can put more multiples language agents in air service especially Chinese or French ,the customer who speaks those languages will be much happier than now

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  • Can I find flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $865, but on average you can expect to pay $1,071.

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

    Currently priced at $1,082, British Airways will fly you from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Egypt Air for as low as $1,138. British Airways is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

  • What does SHA to IAD mean?

    SHA and IAD are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SHA to IAD refers to a flight route from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Shanghai to Washington, D.C. flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Shanghai to Washington, D.C. flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Shanghai to Washington, D.C. offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Shanghai to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Shanghai to Washington, D.C. flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Shanghai to Washington, D.C. flight deals updated?

    The Shanghai to Washington, D.C. flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/1.

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