What airlines fly to Shanghai?

ANA, Air China and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport according to our data. ANA is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Shanghai?

Qatar Airways, EVA Air, and Air China are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Shanghai

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai?

The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai is 10 as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,988 to $1,369. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,240.

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9:00 pm - 4:20 pm

IAD

PVG

31h 20m

1 stop

12:35 am - 3:40 pm

PVG

IAD

27h 05m

1 stop

$1,240Qatar Airways

Mon, Aug 3 - Fri, Aug 7

9:00 pm - 10:35 pm

IAD

PVG

37h 35m

1 stop

6:40 pm - 3:40 pm

PVG

IAD

33h 00m

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$1,241Qatar Airways

Mon, Jul 6 - Sun, Jul 12

9:00 pm - 4:20 pm

IAD

PVG

31h 20m

1 stop

6:40 pm - 3:40 pm

PVG

IAD

33h 00m

1 stop

$1,242Qatar Airways

Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Aug 5

12:15 pm - 12:15 pm

IAD

SHA

36h 00m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 10:05 am

SHA

IAD

32h 30m

1 stop

$1,243ANA

Fri, Aug 28 - Thu, Sep 10

9:00 pm - 10:35 pm

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PVG

37h 35m

1 stop

12:35 am - 3:40 pm

PVG

IAD

27h 05m

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$1,245Qatar Airways

Mon, Jul 6 - Wed, Aug 19

9:00 pm - 4:20 pm

IAD

PVG

31h 20m

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6:40 pm - 3:40 pm

PVG

IAD

33h 00m

1 stop

$1,247Qatar Airways

Mon, Jul 27 - Tue, Aug 11

12:15 pm - 12:15 pm

IAD

SHA

36h 00m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 10:05 am

SHA

IAD

32h 30m

1 stop

$1,248ANA

Sat, Aug 29 - Thu, Sep 17

9:00 pm - 12:05 pm

IAD

PVG

51h 05m

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11:35 pm - 3:55 pm

PVG

IAD

29h 20m

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$1,250Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Nov 2

6:41 pm - 11:05 am

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PVG

28h 24m

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2:45 pm - 5:00 am

PVG

IAD

26h 15m

2 stops

$1,251Cathay Pacific

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 26

10:05 am - 5:05 pm

IAD

SHA

43h 00m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 9:50 am

SHA

IAD

28h 25m

1 stop

$1,279Korean Air

Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Nov 6

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Air China flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai

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Air China

Oct 1

IAD5:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29h 10m

2 stops

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 27

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 57m

2 stops

IAD9:27 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,380

Air China

Sep 21

IAD5:42 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29h 13m

2 stops

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 11

SHA9:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

45h 51m

2 stops

IAD7:21 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,417

Air China

Oct 1

IAD9:28 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

36h 32m

2 stops

SHA10:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 27

SHA7:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 45m

1 stop

IAD7:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,433

ANA flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai

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ANA

Aug 28

IAD12:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

36h 00m

1 stop

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 10

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 30m

1 stop

IAD10:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,243

ANA

Aug 29

IAD12:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

36h 00m

1 stop

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 17

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 30m

1 stop

IAD10:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,248

ANA

Oct 9

IAD12:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

36h 00m

1 stop

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 12

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 30m

1 stop

IAD10:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,250

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12:15 pm-12:15 pm

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Thu 9/10

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1 stop32h 30m

$1,243

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/6

9:00 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop37h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 8/19

12:35 am-3:40 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$1,245

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/27

9:00 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop31h 20m

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6:40 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$1,247

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IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/29

12:15 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop36h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/17

1:35 pm-10:05 am

1 stop32h 30m

$1,248

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/14

9:00 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops51h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/2

11:35 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$1,250

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IAD - PVG

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/12

6:41 pm-11:05 am

2 stops28h 24m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/26

2:45 pm-5:00 am

2 stops26h 15m

$1,251

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/20

10:05 am-5:05 pm

2 stops43h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 11/6

6:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

$1,279

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $562, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport averaging around $562.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,325 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport for as low as $1,068 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	20h 25m
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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai takes 20h 25m

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How far is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Shanghai by plane?
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl and Shanghai are 7433.3 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 20h 25m.
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The number of operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai is 10 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Korean Air	PriceFrom $562	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,218 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $815	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,397 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air China	PriceFrom $884	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 154 reviews	Search Air China flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $893	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,408 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $939	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $963	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 1,470 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,089	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,808 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,117	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,230 reviews	Search ANA flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,160	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,452 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,321	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,038 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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