What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to China delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Washington, D.C. and China have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 224 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to China flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to China?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Baltimore or Washington, D.C., and flying into China, then you can expect flight times to average 17h 26m and 20h 30m, respectively.

What airlines fly to China?

Air China, ANA and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Air China is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to China. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to China 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. to China?

Cathay Pacific, Korean Air, and Air China are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to China

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to China flights?

According to our data, Air China have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to China?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to China are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to China?

As of July 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to China.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to China?

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. to China.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your China 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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9:00 pm - 4:20 pm

IAD

PVG

31h 20m

1 stop

11:35 pm - 3:55 pm

PVG

IAD

29h 20m

1 stop

$1,111Qatar Airways

Sun, Oct 18 - Sat, Nov 14

8:05 pm - 9:45 pm

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PVG

36h 40m

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6:10 pm - 3:55 pm

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IAD

34h 45m

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Thu, Nov 19 - Fri, Dec 11

5:42 pm - 10:15 am

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28h 33m

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9:10 pm - 5:28 am

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45h 18m

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$1,113Multiple Airlines

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11:50 am - 9:45 am

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PVG

32h 55m

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11:20 am - 2:41 pm

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IAD

40h 21m

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$1,116Korean Air

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 25

6:42 am - 10:50 pm

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PVG

28h 08m

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7:00 pm - 6:30 pm

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IAD

36h 30m

1 stop

$1,119Air China

Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Nov 2

12:15 pm - 12:15 pm

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SHA

36h 00m

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1:35 pm - 10:05 am

SHA

IAD

32h 30m

1 stop

$1,122ANA

Sun, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 29

1:15 pm - 9:40 am

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PVG

32h 25m

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2:00 pm - 4:17 pm

PVG

IAD

39h 17m

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$1,122Korean Air

Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Nov 18

9:30 am - 12:45 am

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PVG

27h 15m

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2:35 am - 8:10 pm

PVG

DCA

29h 35m

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$1,127ANA

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7:00 am - 9:50 pm

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SHA

26h 50m

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11:30 am - 7:30 pm

SHA

IAD

20h 00m

1 stop

$1,138Air China

Sun, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 15

1:20 pm - 5:15 am

IAD

PEK

27h 55m

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7:20 am - 11:35 am

PEK

IAD

40h 15m

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$1,254Turkish Airlines

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Japan Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to China

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Aug 25

DCA6:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

41h 20m

2 stops

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 8

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 48m

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DCA11:33 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,383

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Aug 25

DCA6:23 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

28h 57m

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SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 16

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 25m

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DCA11:10 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,384

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Jul 7

DCA6:30 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

40h 50m

2 stops

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 8

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 48m

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DCA11:33 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,798

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Nov 9

IAD11:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

32h 55m

1 stop

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Nov 25

PVG11:20 amShanghai Pu Dong

40h 21m

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IAD2:41 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,116

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Oct 20

IAD1:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

32h 25m

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Nov 18

PVG2:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

39h 17m

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IAD4:17 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,122

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Oct 20

IAD1:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

39h 50m

1 stop

SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 18

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 25m

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11:35 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop29h 20m

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6:10 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop34h 45m

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/21

5:42 pm-10:15 am

2 stops28h 33m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/11

9:10 pm-5:28 am

2 stops45h 18m

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11:50 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 55m

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11:20 am-2:41 pm

2 stops40h 21m

$1,116

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/26

6:42 am-10:50 pm

2 stops28h 08m

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Mon 11/2

7:00 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop36h 30m

$1,119

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IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/6

12:15 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop36h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/29

1:35 pm-10:05 am

1 stop32h 30m

$1,122

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/20

1:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop32h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/18

2:00 pm-4:17 pm

2 stops39h 17m

$1,122

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/23

9:30 am-12:45 am

2 stops27h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/26

2:35 am-8:10 pm

2 stops29h 35m

$1,127

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/23

7:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops26h 50m

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Tue 9/15

11:30 am-7:30 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$1,138

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 7/27

1:20 pm-5:15 am

1 stop27h 55m

Beijing Capital

Mon 10/12

7:20 am-11:35 am

1 stop40h 15m

$1,254

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to China. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $562. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to China from Washington, D.C. during December instead. Flights to China in December, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $675.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to China flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to China?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to China from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China for around $1,330 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to China from Washington, D.C. for as low as $1,097 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Washington, D.C. to China flights?

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Best Price Found	$1,052
Fastest flight time	16h 55m
Direct flights	Wed and Sat
Airports in China	237 airports

The best one-way flight to China from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $1,052. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,816.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to China takes 16h 55m

Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to China on Wednesday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is Air China.

There are 237 airports in China. From Washington, D.C. there are direct flights to Beijing Capital (PEK).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to China?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to China are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to China?
As of July 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to China.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to China?
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. to China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The necessary travel and health documents for your China 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.
What is the most popular plane model from Washington, D.C. to China?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Washington, D.C. to China is Boeing 747 (92.53% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777-300ER (2.07%), Boeing 777-300 (2.07%), and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (1.24%).

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Korean Air	PriceFrom $562	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,220 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
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Air China	PriceFrom $872	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 157 reviews	Search Air China flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $893	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,439 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $946	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,742 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $963	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 1,484 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $983	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,403 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,089	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,929 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,117	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,260 reviews	Search ANA flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,160	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,471 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights

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