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Flight deals from Shanghai to Washington D.C.

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Washington D.C.? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,737. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..C$843 per passenger.Departing Tue., Oct. 6.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue., Oct. 6, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$843, select.
Washington D.C..C$906 per passenger.Departing Sat., Sep. 12.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat., Sep. 12, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$906, select.
Washington D.C..C$912 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jun. 15.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon., Jun. 15, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$912, select.
Washington D.C..C$925 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jan. 26.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue., Jan. 26, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$925, select.
Washington D.C..C$940 per passenger.Departing Fri., Nov. 6.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri., Nov. 6, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$940, select.
Washington D.C..C$948 per passenger.Departing Mon., Aug. 31.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon., Aug. 31, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$948, select.
Washington D.C..C$965 per passenger.Departing Thu., Dec. 10.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu., Dec. 10, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$965, select.
Washington D.C..C$975 per passenger.Departing Mon., May 24.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon., May 24, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$975, select.
Washington D.C..C$979 per passenger.Departing Sun., Feb. 21.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun., Feb. 21, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$979, select.
Washington D.C..C$1,014 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 15.One-way flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed., Jul. 15, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,014, select.
Washington D.C..C$5,737 per passenger.Departing Sat., Mar. 13.One-way flight with Garuda Indonesia.Outbound indirect flight with Garuda Indonesia, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat., Mar. 13, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$5,737, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun.
from C$912
Jul.
from C$1,014
Aug.
from C$948
Sep.
from C$906
Oct.
from C$843
Nov.
from C$940
Dec.
from C$965
Jan.
from C$925
Feb.
from C$979
Mar.
from C$5,737
Apr.
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May
from C$975

Alternative Shanghai to Washington D.C. routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Shanghai to Washington D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Washington Ronald Reagan

5km from central Washington D.C.
Closest
from C$903
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Camp Springs Andrews AFB

17km from central Washington D.C.
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Washington Dulles

37km from central Washington D.C.
Cheapest
from C$843
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Baltimore Washington International

44km from central Washington D.C.
from C$910
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Manassas

47km from central Washington D.C.
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Shanghai to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$843
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Washington D.C. is C$1,502. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Shanghai to Washington D.C.. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$1,499.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Shanghai to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Washington D.C. is usually October.
If you're flying from Shanghai, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Dulles – which is 36.5 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from C$1,502.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Washington D.C. on Friday, October 16, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Shanghai and Washington D.C.. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Washington D.C. is Etihad Airways .

Flying from Shanghai to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Start your vacation planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Shanghai to Washington DC. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the main airports in Shanghai.

  • Washington DC has several airports you can fly into. Touch down at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) or Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Shanghai to Washington DC, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you have a passport from China. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap flight from Shanghai to Washington DC.

Flying from Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Shanghai to Washington DC. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • To get to PVG from central Shanghai, it'll take around 49 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Want a handy hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Washington DC, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Arriving in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is approximately 8 kilometres. It takes around 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 43 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near DCA if you're taking a late flight from Shanghai to Washington DC. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Washington DC

  • C$843 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Washington DC. A return flight starts from C$1,499. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Shanghai to Washington DC if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Shanghai to Washington DC across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap flights from Shanghai to Washington DC. There's no need to check every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll update you the moment the price changes.

  • Use filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai to Washington DC, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Shanghai to Washington DC. July is the most popular month to visit Washington DC. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.

  • Schedule your flight from Shanghai to Washington DC for July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • Look for cheap flights from Shanghai to Washington DC in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.

More about Washington DC

  • Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Washington DC, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Washington DC:

  • White House Historical Association and The White House are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Washington DC to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Mall.

Complete your Washington DC trip with a car rental

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Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.