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

Historically, on average around 12% 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 271 minutes.

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 Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, and flying into China, then you can expect flight times to average 21h 58m and 22h 25m, respectively.

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 at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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 53% 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?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to China

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to China on average per week?

As of June 2026, 2 flights take off from Washington, D.C. and land in China each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 50% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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 12% 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 June 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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12:15 pm - 8:15 pm

IAD

PEK

20h 00m

1 stop

8:20 am - 1:55 pm

PEK

IAD

41h 35m

2 stops

$1,163ANA

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 15

9:45 pm - 5:50 am

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PEK

20h 05m

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7:20 am - 11:35 am

PEK

IAD

40h 15m

1 stop

$1,165Turkish Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Fri, Aug 28

8:30 am - 12:15 pm

DCA

PEK

38h 45m

2 stops

8:25 am - 11:45 am

PEK

DCA

40h 20m

2 stops

$1,166ANA

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 18

3:13 pm - 9:30 pm

IAD

PEK

42h 17m

2 stops

1:30 pm - 11:05 am

PEK

IAD

33h 35m

1 stop

$1,174Korean Air

Sat, Sep 19 - Wed, Oct 7

1:20 pm - 5:50 am

IAD

PEK

28h 30m

1 stop

7:20 am - 11:35 am

PEK

IAD

40h 15m

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5:44 pm - 9:55 am

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PVG

28h 11m

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4:20 pm - 6:48 am

PVG

BWI

26h 28m

2 stops

$1,209Air China

Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Oct 5

7:40 pm - 5:10 pm

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SHA

32h 30m

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6:25 pm - 12:27 pm

SHA

BWI

31h 02m

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$1,241Korean Air

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Dec 1

9:00 pm - 4:20 pm

IAD

PVG

31h 20m

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12:35 am - 3:40 pm

PVG

IAD

27h 05m

1 stop

$1,249Qatar Airways

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11:00 am - 2:45 pm

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PKX

38h 45m

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1:25 am - 5:55 pm

PKX

DCA

29h 30m

2 stops

$1,261Qatar Airways

Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Dec 3

5:44 pm - 10:55 am

BWI

SHA

29h 11m

2 stops

9:30 pm - 6:46 am

SHA

BWI

45h 16m

2 stops

$1,481Air China

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17

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Aug 31

IAD1:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 40m

1 stop

SHA4:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 1

SHA7:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 15m

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IAD8:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,339

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Oct 12

IAD1:15 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 15m

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SHA4:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 1

SHA7:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

38h 15m

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IAD8:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Sep 10

BWI6:00 amBaltimore/Washington

41h 20m

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SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 01m

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BWI5:46 pmBaltimore/Washington

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Jun 11

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41h 20m

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Jun 17

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 29m

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Jun 16

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41h 20m

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SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

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SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

22h 25m

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12:15 pm-8:15 pm

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Tue 9/15

8:20 am-1:55 pm

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/16

9:45 pm-5:50 am

1 stop20h 05m

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Fri 8/28

7:20 am-11:35 am

1 stop40h 15m

$1,165

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DCA - PEK

DCAPEK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/1

8:30 am-12:15 pm

2 stops38h 45m

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Wed 11/18

8:25 am-11:45 am

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IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/19

3:13 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops42h 17m

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1:30 pm-11:05 am

1 stop33h 35m

$1,174

Washington, D.C.Beijing

IAD - PEK

IADPEK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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1:20 pm-5:50 am

1 stop28h 30m

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7:20 am-11:35 am

1 stop40h 15m

$1,184

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Thu 9/17

5:44 pm-9:55 am

2 stops28h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/5

4:20 pm-6:48 am

2 stops26h 28m

$1,209

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7:40 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops32h 30m

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Tue 12/1

6:25 pm-12:27 pm

2 stops31h 02m

$1,241

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/28

9:00 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop31h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/10

12:35 am-3:40 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$1,249

Washington, D.C.Beijing

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DCAPKX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/17

11:00 am-2:45 pm

2 stops38h 45m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Thu 12/3

1:25 am-5:55 pm

2 stops29h 30m

$1,261

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BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/10

5:44 pm-10:55 am

2 stops29h 11m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 9/17

9:30 pm-6:46 am

2 stops45h 16m

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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 August instead. Flights to China in August, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $591.

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 $1,323 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 $1,109 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$1,128
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 $1,128. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,117.

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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As of June 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 (94.67% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 777-300ER (1.48%), Boeing 777-300 (1.48%), and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (0.89%).

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Korean Air	PriceFrom $562	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,217 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
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Air China	PriceFrom $884	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 154 reviews	Search Air China flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $893	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,406 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $983	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,354 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,089	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,772 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,105	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,642 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,117	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,219 reviews	Search ANA flights

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