What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Shanghai?

American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Philippine Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Shanghai

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai?

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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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5:45 pm - 10:55 amDCA-SHA

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3:15 pm - 10:17 amSHA-DCA

32h 02m2 stops

$1,067Multiple Airlines

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9:30 am - 3:00 pmDCA-PVG

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46h 15m2 stops

$1,094Asiana Airlines

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28h 06m1 stop

$1,101American Airlines

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$1,191Cathay Pacific

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5:21 pm - 12:05 pmDCA-SHA

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37h 30m2 stops

$1,191Cathay Pacific

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29h 37m2 stops

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18h 34m1 stop

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Oct 21

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

30h 44m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 9

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 30m

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

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Sep 28

DCA10:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

49h 20m

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SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 16

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 14m

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DCA6:44 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,198

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Sep 23

DCA10:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

49h 20m

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SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 28

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 41m

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DCA8:16 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,214

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Oct 28

DCA3:50 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

31h 55m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 11

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 20m

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Nov 10

DCA3:25 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

31h 20m

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Nov 17

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 20m

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Sep 27

DCA10:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

24h 40m

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SHA11:25 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 5

SHA12:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 17m

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DCA11:07 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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2 stops33h 45m

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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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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