What is the cheapest airline that flies from Virginia to Shanghai?

Air China and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Virginia to Shanghai

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

Flight times from Virginia to Shanghai vary, but if you’re flying out of Richmond and flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 23h 15m on average. Another popular route from Virginia to Shanghai is flying from Charlottesville to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 30h 05m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Virginia to Shanghai?

Prices for flights from Virginia to Shanghai refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Virginia to Shanghai?

There are 11 operators available for flights from Virginia to Shanghai as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia 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 Virginia to Shanghai.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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6:45 pm - 12:10 pm

RDU

PVG

53h 25m2 stops

8:35 am - 9:33 pm

PVG

RDU

24h 58m2 stops

$1,025Cathay Pacific

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2:45 pm - 5:10 pm

RDU

PVG

37h 25m2 stops

10:10 am - 9:30 pm

PVG

RDU

48h 20m2 stops

$1,036Turkish Airlines

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6:15 am - 5:10 pm

RDU

PVG

45h 55m2 stops

10:10 am - 8:59 am

PVG

RDU

34h 49m2 stops

$1,051Multiple Airlines

qua, fev 18 - seg, mar 9

10:56 am - 5:10 pm

RDU

PVG

41h 14m2 stops

11:05 pm - 8:59 am

PVG

RDU

45h 54m2 stops

$1,057Multiple Airlines

qua, fev 18 - dom, mar 8

7:41 pm - 4:25 pm

GSO

PVG

31h 44m2 stops

6:25 pm - 10:33 am

PVG

GSO

29h 08m2 stops

$1,149American Airlines

sex, jan 30 - dom, fev 8

7:05 am - 4:25 pm

GSO

PVG

20h 20m1 stop

6:25 pm - 4:49 pm

PVG

GSO

35h 24m1 stop

$1,151American Airlines

sex, jan 30 - dom, fev 8

8:20 am - 12:35 am

IAD

PVG

28h 15m2 stops

8:25 am - 6:03 am

PVG

IAD

33h 38m2 stops

$1,190ANA

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5:35 pm - 2:05 pm

IAD

PVG

32h 30m2 stops

6:10 pm - 3:29 pm

PVG

IAD

33h 19m1 stop

$1,196Air Canada

ter, mar 31 - ter, jun 30

8:15 am - 12:20 pm

IAD

PVG

39h 05m2 stops

8:25 am - 6:03 am

PVG

IAD

33h 38m2 stops

$1,201ANA

sex, jan 2 - qua, jun 24

10:08 pm - 2:05 pm

IAD

PVG

27h 57m2 stops

3:55 pm - 11:17 am

PVG

IAD

31h 22m2 stops

$1,209Air Canada

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Air China flights from Virginia to Shanghai

Our best Air China deals on Virginia to Shanghai flight tickets

Air China

Jan 22

IAD3:19 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 36m

2 stops

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 19

SHA5:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 56m

2 stops

IAD5:26 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,206

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Air China

Apr 13

IAD8:55 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

45h 05m

2 stops

SHA6:00 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 23

SHA6:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 00m

1 stop

IAD7:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,207

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Air China

Mar 20

IAD3:45 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 10m

2 stops

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 7

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 27m

2 stops

IAD8:57 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,219

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Korean Air flights from Virginia to Shanghai

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Korean Air

Feb 13

IAD11:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

40h 20m

1 stop

SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 23

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 25m

1 stop

IAD9:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,199

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Korean Air

Feb 13

IAD11:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

40h 20m

1 stop

SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 22

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 25m

1 stop

IAD9:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,349

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RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

qua 4/1

6:45 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops53h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

qua 4/8

8:35 am-9:33 pm

2 stops24h 58m

$1,025

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

qua 1/28

2:45 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops37h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb 2/7

10:10 am-9:30 pm

2 stops48h 20m

$1,036

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

qua 2/18

6:15 am-5:10 pm

2 stops45h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

seg 3/9

10:10 am-8:59 am

2 stops34h 49m

$1,051

RaleighShanghai

RDU - PVG

RDUPVG

Raleigh-Durham

qua 2/18

10:56 am-5:10 pm

2 stops41h 14m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom 3/8

11:05 pm-8:59 am

2 stops45h 54m

$1,057

GreensboroShanghai

GSO - PVG

GSOPVG

Greensboro/H. Point

sex 1/30

7:41 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops31h 44m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom 2/8

6:25 pm-10:33 am

2 stops29h 08m

$1,149

GreensboroShanghai

GSO - PVG

GSOPVG

Greensboro/H. Point

sex 1/30

7:05 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom 2/8

6:25 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop35h 24m

$1,151

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

seg 4/6

8:20 am-12:35 am

2 stops28h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb 6/13

8:25 am-6:03 am

2 stops33h 38m

$1,190

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

ter 3/31

5:35 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops32h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

ter 6/30

6:10 pm-3:29 pm

1 stop33h 19m

$1,196

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sex 1/2

8:15 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

qua 6/24

8:25 am-6:03 am

2 stops33h 38m

$1,201

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

qua 4/15

10:08 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops27h 57m

Shanghai Pu Dong

seg 4/27

3:55 pm-11:17 am

2 stops31h 22m

$1,209

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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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,966. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Virginia to Shanghai for around $2,550.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Virginia to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the morning for as low as $2,417. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $2,522.

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Fastest flight time	19h 35m
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The fastest flight from Virginia to Shanghai takes 19h 35m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Virginia to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Virginia to Shanghai refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Virginia to Shanghai?
There are 11 operators available for flights from Virginia to Shanghai as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia 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 Virginia to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Virginia to Shanghai

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Delta	PriceFrom $1,171	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,015 reviews		Search Delta flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $2,435	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,662 reviews		Search Japan Airlines flights

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