What is the cheapest airline that flies from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

Cathay Pacific, Air China, and Japan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

What airlines fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Air China, ANA and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from District of Columbia according to our data. Air China is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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As of September 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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10:00 pm - 9:55 amIAD-SHA

22h 55m1 stop

9:30 pm - 6:30 pmSHA-IAD

34h 00m1 stop

$941Air China

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10:00 pm - 11:55 amIAD-SHA

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$952Air China

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5:45 pm - 10:55 amDCA-SHA

28h 10m2 stops

3:30 pm - 9:40 amSHA-DCA

31h 10m2 stops

$990Multiple Airlines

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7:05 pm - 10:55 amDCA-SHA

26h 50m2 stops

3:30 pm - 9:29 amSHA-DCA

29h 59m2 stops

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11:50 am - 5:10 pmIAD-SHA

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6:25 pm - 9:50 amSHA-IAD

28h 25m1 stop

$1,006Korean Air

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11:50 am - 5:10 pmIAD-SHA

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6:25 pm - 9:50 amSHA-IAD

28h 25m1 stop

$1,021Korean Air

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5:21 pm - 12:20 pmDCA-SHA

30h 59m2 stops

10:30 pm - 11:00 pmSHA-DCA

37h 30m2 stops

$1,066Cathay Pacific

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8:30 pm - 12:20 pmDCA-SHA

50h 50m2 stops

10:30 pm - 6:57 pmSHA-DCA

32h 27m2 stops

$1,073Cathay Pacific

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6:59 am - 11:45 amDCA-SHA

39h 46m2 stops

1:10 pm - 6:54 pmSHA-DCA

42h 44m2 stops

$1,155Japan Airlines

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7:00 am - 11:45 amDCA-SHA

39h 45m2 stops

1:10 pm - 12:42 pmSHA-DCA

36h 32m2 stops

$1,162Japan Airlines

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Korean Air flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Korean Air

Nov 9

IAD11:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

40h 20m

1 stop

SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 25

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 25m

1 stop

IAD9:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,006

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Korean Air

Dec 1

IAD11:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

40h 20m

1 stop

SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 7

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 25m

1 stop

IAD9:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,021

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Korean Air

Nov 27

IAD11:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

40h 20m

1 stop

SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 8

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 25m

1 stop

IAD9:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,057

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 28

DCA5:21 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

30h 59m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 9

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 30m

2 stops

DCA11:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,066

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Cathay Pacific

Feb 15

DCA8:30 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

50h 50m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 8

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 27m

2 stops

DCA6:57 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,073

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Cathay Pacific

Mar 18

DCA6:58 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

29h 22m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 15

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

44h 55m

2 stops

DCA10:15 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,081

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Sat 11/29

5:45 pm-10:55 am

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3:30 pm-9:40 am

2 stops31h 10m

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7:05 pm-10:55 am

2 stops26h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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3:30 pm-9:29 am

2 stops29h 59m

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IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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11:50 am-5:10 pm

1 stop40h 20m

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6:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

$1,006

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Mon 12/1

11:50 am-5:10 pm

1 stop40h 20m

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6:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/28

5:21 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops30h 59m

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10:30 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops37h 30m

$1,066

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DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/15

8:30 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops50h 50m

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10:30 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops32h 27m

$1,073

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DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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6:59 am-11:45 am

2 stops39h 46m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

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1:10 pm-6:54 pm

2 stops42h 44m

$1,155

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/2

7:00 am-11:45 am

2 stops39h 45m

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Sun 11/23

1:10 pm-12:42 pm

2 stops36h 32m

$1,162

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from District of Columbia is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,066, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in September, then you should wait until November to fly from District of Columbia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,152.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,522. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from District of Columbia because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,740.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in the evening. Flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport during this time can be as low as $1,250. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $1,839. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from District of Columbia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport for around $1,374 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from District of Columbia for as low as $1,231 on momondo.

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As of September 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Air China	PriceFrom $884	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 110 reviews	Search Air China flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $977	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,064	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,143 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,964 reviews	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,104	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,980 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,151	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,924 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,228	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 973 reviews	Search ANA flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,267	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,635 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,321	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,406 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

What is the cheapest airline that flies from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

Cathay Pacific, Air China, and Japan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

What airlines fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

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