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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai from $465

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ANA Logo
11:10 am - 12:25 pm
IAD
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SHA
36h 15m1 stop
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 4:02 pm
SHA
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IAD
38h 27m2 stops
$1,137ANA
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Apr 22
ANA Logo
11:10 am - 9:25 pm
IAD
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PVG
21h 15m1 stop
ANA Logo
1:35 am - 7:35 am
PVG
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IAD
42h 00m2 stops
$1,137ANA
Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, Apr 21
Air China Logo
10:00 pm - 9:55 am
IAD
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SHA
22h 55m1 stop
Air China Logo
4:35 pm - 9:12 pm
SHA
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IAD
40h 37m2 stops
$1,139Air China
Fri, Mar 6 - Tue, Apr 21
Air China Logo
10:00 pm - 11:20 pm
IAD
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PVG
36h 20m1 stop
Air China Logo
3:55 pm - 9:12 pm
PVG
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IAD
41h 17m2 stops
$1,139Air China
Fri, Mar 6 - Tue, Apr 21
ANA Logo
1:02 pm - 12:25 pm
IAD
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SHA
34h 23m2 stops
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 10:05 am
SHA
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IAD
32h 30m1 stop
$1,140ANA
Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, May 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
IAD
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PVG
39h 00m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 5:40 am
PVG
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IAD
31h 05m2 stops
$1,140Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 23
ANA Logo
1:02 pm - 1:15 am
IAD
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PVG
23h 13m2 stops
ANA Logo
1:35 am - 7:35 am
PVG
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IAD
42h 00m2 stops
$1,142ANA
Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, Apr 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:05 pm - 9:40 pm
IAD
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SHA
35h 35m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 7:30 pm
SHA
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IAD
20h 00m1 stop
$1,143Multiple Airlines
Sat, Mar 14 - Fri, Mar 20
ANA Logo
12:15 pm - 12:15 pm
IAD
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SHA
36h 00m1 stop
ANA Logo
1:35 pm - 3:40 pm
SHA
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IAD
38h 05m1 stop
$1,144ANA
Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27
Air China Logo
11:00 pm - 10:00 am
IAD
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SHA
23h 00m1 stop
Air China Logo
8:55 am - 12:44 am
SHA
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IAD
27h 49m2 stops
$1,145Air China
Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, May 3

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

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Air China
Mar 6
IAD10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 55m
1 stop
SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 21
SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
40h 37m
2 stops
IAD9:12 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,139
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Air China
Apr 17
IAD11:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 00m
1 stop
SHA10:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
May 3
SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 49m
2 stops
IAD12:44 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,145
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Air China
Jan 29
IAD12:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
32h 15m
2 stops
SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 5
SHA5:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
24h 54m
2 stops
IAD5:24 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,149
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United Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai

Our best United Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai flight tickets
United Airlines
Jan 15
IAD8:25 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 20m
1 stop
PVG6:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Jan 28
PVG8:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong
21h 29m
1 stop
IAD5:24 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,200
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United Airlines
Dec 25
IAD6:20 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 35m
2 stops
PVG6:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Jan 25
PVG1:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong
20h 24m
1 stop
IAD8:54 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,774
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United Airlines
Dec 25
IAD6:20 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 35m
2 stops
PVG6:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Jan 25
PVG1:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong
22h 52m
2 stops
IAD11:22 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,778
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Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

11:10 am-12:25 pm

1 stop36h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/22

1:35 pm-4:02 pm

2 stops38h 27m

$1,137

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

11:10 am-9:25 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/21

1:35 am-7:35 am

2 stops42h 00m

$1,137

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/6

10:00 pm-9:55 am

1 stop22h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/21

4:35 pm-9:12 pm

2 stops40h 37m

$1,139

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/6

10:00 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop36h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/21

3:55 pm-9:12 pm

2 stops41h 17m

$1,139

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

1:02 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops34h 23m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/26

1:35 pm-10:05 am

1 stop32h 30m

$1,140

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/12

12:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop39h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/23

11:35 am-5:40 am

2 stops31h 05m

$1,140

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

1:02 pm-1:15 am

2 stops23h 13m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 4/21

1:35 am-7:35 am

2 stops42h 00m

$1,142

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/14

10:05 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops35h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 3/20

11:30 am-7:30 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$1,143

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/20

12:15 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop36h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 4/27

1:35 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop38h 05m

$1,144

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/17

11:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop23h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/3

8:55 am-12:44 am

2 stops27h 49m

$1,145

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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 November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,155, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport averaging around $1,188.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $1,457. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai for around $1,691.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the evening for as low as $1,221. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,813.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,392 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 $1,242 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

19h 35m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Shanghai takes 19h 35m
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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 19h 35m.

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  • 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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Air ChinaPriceFrom $887Free CancellationRating
7.2
127 reviews
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7.2
11,047 reviews
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8.4
1,186 reviews
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7.3
4,100 reviews
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