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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to China from $462

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10:22 am - 9:55 amBWI-SHA
34h 33m3 stops
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12:45 pm - 9:36 amSHA-BWI
33h 51m3 stops
$933Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 2
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10:22 am - 10:15 amBWI-PVG
34h 53m3 stops
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1:40 pm - 9:36 amPVG-BWI
32h 56m3 stops
$933Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 2
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10:00 pm - 9:55 amIAD-SHA
22h 55m1 stop
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8:55 am - 6:30 pmSHA-IAD
22h 35m1 stop
$977Air China
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Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 2
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9:10 am - 9:40 pmIAD-SHA
47h 30m2 stops
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4:30 pm - 6:30 pmSHA-IAD
39h 00m1 stop
$982Air China
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Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
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1:30 pm - 5:10 pmIAD-PVG
38h 40m1 stop
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10:10 am - 7:20 pmPVG-IAD
46h 10m1 stop
$1,025Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 20
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9:15 pm - 5:10 pmIAD-PVG
30h 55m1 stop
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11:05 pm - 7:20 pmPVG-IAD
33h 15m1 stop
$1,052Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Jan 1 - Thu, Jan 15
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11:10 am - 9:25 pmIAD-PVG
21h 15m1 stop
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2:35 am - 9:10 amPVG-IAD
19h 35m1 stop
$1,112ANA
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Thu, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 24
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2:00 pm - 1:15 amDCA-PVG
22h 15m2 stops
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2:35 am - 12:59 pmPVG-DCA
23h 24m2 stops
$1,125ANA
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Mon, Dec 1 - Sun, Dec 7
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6:00 am - 3:20 pmDCA-PVG
20h 20m1 stop
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5:30 pm - 10:56 pmPVG-DCA
17h 26m1 stop
$1,127Delta
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Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 9
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7:35 pm - 3:20 pmDCA-PVG
30h 45m2 stops
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6:00 pm - 11:16 pmPVG-DCA
18h 16m2 stops
$1,198Delta
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Mon, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 2

Air China flights from Washington, D.C. to China

Our best Air China deals on Washington, D.C. to China flight tickets
Air China
Nov 25
IAD10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 55m
1 stop
SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 2
SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 35m
1 stop
IAD6:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$977
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Air China
Nov 13
IAD9:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
47h 30m
2 stops
SHA9:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 17
SHA4:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 00m
1 stop
IAD6:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$982
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Air China
Apr 7
IAD8:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
41h 25m
2 stops
PVG1:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Apr 28
PVG7:10 amShanghai Pu Dong
35h 35m
2 stops
IAD6:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,002
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Korean Air flights from Washington, D.C. to China

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Korean Air
Jan 5
IAD11:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
35h 45m
1 stop
PVG12:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Jan 27
PVG11:20 amShanghai Pu Dong
35h 30m
1 stop
IAD9:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$994
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Korean Air
Nov 17
IAD11:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
35h 45m
1 stop
PVG12:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Dec 2
PVG11:20 amShanghai Pu Dong
35h 30m
1 stop
IAD9:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$995
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Korean Air
Nov 17
IAD11:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
32h 55m
1 stop
PVG9:45 amShanghai Pu Dong
Dec 2
PVG8:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
38h 00m
1 stop
IAD9:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,001
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to China that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
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BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/17

10:22 am-9:55 am

3 stops34h 33m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/2

12:45 pm-9:36 am

3 stops33h 51m

$933

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - PVG

BWIPVG

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/17

10:22 am-10:15 am

3 stops34h 53m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/2

1:40 pm-9:36 am

3 stops32h 56m

$933

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/25

10:00 pm-9:55 am

1 stop22h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/2

8:55 am-6:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$977

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/13

9:10 am-9:40 pm

2 stops47h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/17

4:30 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop39h 00m

$982

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/1

1:30 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop38h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/20

10:10 am-7:20 pm

1 stop46h 10m

$1,025

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/1

9:15 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop30h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/15

11:05 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$1,052

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/4

11:10 am-9:25 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/24

2:35 am-9:10 am

1 stop19h 35m

$1,112

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/1

2:00 pm-1:15 am

2 stops22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 12/7

2:35 am-12:59 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$1,125

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 2/27

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/9

5:30 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop17h 26m

$1,127

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/17

7:35 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops30h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/2

6:00 pm-11:16 pm

2 stops18h 16m

$1,198

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

In general, November 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 $1,124. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of November, then book flights to China from Washington, D.C. during April instead. Flights to China in April, while not as cheap as those in November, still average around $1,158.

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

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to China. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,465. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to China on Monday is $1,665.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Washington, D.C. to China flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to China in the evening for as low as $1,331. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,826 on average. Flights to China from Washington, D.C. in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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

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Best Price Found

$730

Fastest flight time

16h 55m

Direct flights

Wed and Sat

Airports in China

1 airport
The best one-way flight to China from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $730. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,239.
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. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near China: Beijing Capital (PEK)
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  • 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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SAUDIAPriceFrom $848Free CancellationRating
7.4
638 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $876Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,031 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $884Free CancellationRating
7.1
119 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $977Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,032 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $983Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,044 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $1,033Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,155 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,035Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,659 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,101Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,993 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,101Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,998 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,157Free CancellationRating
8.4
996 reviews
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