Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai from $538

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6:58 pm - 12:20 pmDCA-SHA
29h 22m2 stops
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1:20 pm - 10:15 pmSHA-DCA
44h 55m2 stops
$1,049Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 31
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12:40 pm - 9:55 amIAD-SHA
32h 15m2 stops
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2:45 pm - 7:15 amSHA-IAD
29h 30m2 stops
$1,056Air China
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Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 24
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1:44 pm - 12:20 pmDCA-SHA
57h 36m2 stops
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10:30 pm - 6:57 pmSHA-DCA
32h 27m2 stops
$1,056Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Feb 15 - Sun, Mar 8
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6:42 pm - 3:20 pmDCA-SHA
31h 38m2 stops
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1:20 pm - 10:15 pmSHA-DCA
44h 55m2 stops
$1,064Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Apr 8
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11:50 am - 5:10 pmIAD-SHA
40h 20m1 stop
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6:25 pm - 9:50 amSHA-IAD
28h 25m1 stop
$1,073Korean Air
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Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Feb 22
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7:08 pm - 3:20 pmIAD-SHA
31h 12m2 stops
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10:30 pm - 10:51 pmSHA-IAD
37h 21m2 stops
$1,084Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Feb 15 - Mon, Feb 23
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9:35 am - 12:20 pmDCA-SHA
37h 45m2 stops
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1:20 pm - 10:15 pmSHA-DCA
44h 55m2 stops
$1,085Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Apr 6
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7:08 pm - 12:20 pmIAD-SHA
28h 12m2 stops
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10:30 pm - 4:09 pmSHA-IAD
53h 39m2 stops
$1,093Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Feb 15 - Sun, Mar 8
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7:08 pm - 12:20 pmIAD-SHA
28h 12m2 stops
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10:30 pm - 4:09 pmSHA-IAD
53h 39m2 stops
$1,108Cathay Pacific
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Sun, Feb 15 - Sun, Mar 8
Air China Logo
6:25 am - 10:55 pmIAD-SHA
28h 30m2 stops
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8:55 am - 12:24 amSHA-IAD
27h 29m2 stops
$1,116Air China
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Wed, Mar 25 - Wed, Apr 1

Cathay Pacific flights from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Mar 18
DCA6:58 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
29h 22m
2 stops
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 31
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
44h 55m
2 stops
DCA10:15 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Cathay Pacific
Feb 15
DCA1:44 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
57h 36m
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
Cathay Pacific
Jan 21
DCA6:42 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
31h 38m
2 stops
SHA3:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 8
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
44h 55m
2 stops
DCA10:15 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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

Our best Air China deals on District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Air China
Nov 18
IAD10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 55m
1 stop
SHA11:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 2
SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 35m
1 stop
IAD6:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Air China
Nov 18
IAD10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 55m
1 stop
SHA11:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 3
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
45h 21m
2 stops
IAD6:51 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Air China
Nov 18
IAD12:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
32h 05m
2 stops
SHA9:40 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 2
SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 35m
1 stop
IAD6:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/18

6:58 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops29h 22m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/31

1:20 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops44h 55m

$1,049

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/2

12:40 pm-9:55 am

2 stops32h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/24

2:45 pm-7:15 am

2 stops29h 30m

$1,056

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 2/15

1:44 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops57h 36m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/8

10:30 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops32h 27m

$1,056

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/21

6:42 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops31h 38m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/8

1:20 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops44h 55m

$1,064

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/18

11:50 am-5:10 pm

1 stop40h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 2/22

6:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

$1,073

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/15

7:08 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops31h 12m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/23

10:30 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops37h 21m

$1,084

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/22

9:35 am-12:20 pm

2 stops37h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/6

1:20 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops44h 55m

$1,085

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/15

7:08 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops28h 12m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/8

10:30 pm-4:09 pm

2 stops53h 39m

$1,093

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/15

7:08 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops28h 12m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/8

10:30 pm-4:09 pm

2 stops53h 39m

$1,108

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/25

6:25 am-10:55 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/1

8:55 am-12:24 am

2 stops27h 29m

$1,116

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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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 $1,039, 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 $1,101.

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 $1,321 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 $1,190 on momondo.

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    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.

Best airlines flying from District of Columbia to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Air ChinaPriceFrom $884Free CancellationRating
7.2
123 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $977Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,051 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $1,032Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,163 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,101Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,008 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,104Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,043 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,151Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,017 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,190Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,004 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,267Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,661 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,321Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,518 reviews
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