How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

Flight times from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai vary, but if you’re flying out of Baltimore and flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 21h 03m on average. Another popular route from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai is flying from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 27h 18m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

ANA, Air China and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Washington, D.C. according to our data. ANA is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Shanghai 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 Shanghai?

United Airlines, Etihad Airways, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai

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

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

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

As of January 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai.

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

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai 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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,201 to $1,381. The lowest price recently found on this route was $883.

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6:00 am - 6:55 pm

BWI

PVG

23h 55m

1 stop

8:55 pm - 5:05 am

PVG

BWI

21h 10m

1 stop

$883United Airlines

Sun, Feb 15 - Thu, Mar 5

6:30 am - 6:45 pm

BWI

PVG

23h 15m

2 stops

8:55 pm - 5:05 am

PVG

BWI

21h 10m

1 stop

$888United Airlines

Mon, Feb 16 - Thu, Mar 5

6:00 am - 4:25 pm

BWI

PVG

21h 25m

1 stop

6:25 pm - 2:30 pm

PVG

BWI

33h 05m

1 stop

$889American Airlines

Mon, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 24

6:00 am - 6:55 pm

BWI

PVG

23h 55m

1 stop

8:55 pm - 4:53 pm

PVG

BWI

32h 58m

1 stop

$890United Airlines

Sun, Feb 15 - Tue, Mar 3

11:00 pm - 10:15 am

IAD

SHA

23h 15m

1 stop

7:45 am - 7:30 pm

SHA

IAD

23h 45m

1 stop

$961Air China

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 24

10:00 pm - 9:45 am

IAD

PVG

22h 45m

1 stop

9:10 pm - 6:30 pm

PVG

IAD

34h 20m

1 stop

$961Air China

Tue, Feb 17 - Mon, Mar 2

3:30 pm - 12:35 am

DCA

PVG

21h 05m

2 stops

1:35 am - 2:14 pm

PVG

DCA

24h 39m

2 stops

$1,141ANA

Thu, Apr 23 - Wed, May 6

6:00 am - 3:20 pm

BWI

PVG

20h 20m

1 stop

5:30 pm - 10:53 pm

PVG

BWI

18h 23m

1 stop

$1,153Delta

Mon, Feb 16 - Sat, Mar 7

2:00 pm - 1:15 am

DCA

PVG

22h 15m

2 stops

2:35 am - 1:07 pm

PVG

DCA

23h 32m

2 stops

$1,163ANA

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Mar 2

6:30 am - 4:25 pm

DCA

PVG

20h 55m

1 stop

6:25 pm - 9:04 am

PVG

DCA

27h 39m

1 stop

$1,180American Airlines

Thu, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 28

ANA flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai

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Feb 10

IAD11:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

21h 15m

1 stop

PVG9:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 10

PVG2:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

19h 35m

1 stop

IAD10:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,080

ANA

Feb 10

IAD11:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

21h 15m

1 stop

PVG9:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 2

PVG2:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

19h 35m

1 stop

IAD9:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,086

ANA

Feb 9

IAD11:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

21h 15m

1 stop

PVG9:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 10

PVG2:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

19h 35m

1 stop

IAD10:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,092

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Air China

Mar 10

IAD11:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

23h 15m

1 stop

SHA10:15 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 24

SHA7:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 45m

1 stop

IAD7:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$961

Air China

Apr 14

IAD11:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

23h 55m

1 stop

SHA10:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 5

SHA7:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

23h 35m

1 stop

IAD7:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$972

Air China

Mar 10

IAD8:46 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

38h 09m

2 stops

PVG10:55 amShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 23

PVG7:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

36h 30m

1 stop

IAD7:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$983

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Sun 2/15

6:00 am-6:55 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/5

8:55 pm-5:05 am

1 stop21h 10m

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BWIPVG

Baltimore/Washington

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6:30 am-6:45 pm

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Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/5

8:55 pm-5:05 am

1 stop21h 10m

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BWI - PVG

BWIPVG

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/16

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/24

6:25 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop33h 05m

$889

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BWI - PVG

BWIPVG

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/15

6:00 am-6:55 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/3

8:55 pm-4:53 pm

1 stop32h 58m

$890

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/10

11:00 pm-10:15 am

1 stop23h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/24

7:45 am-7:30 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$961

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/17

10:00 pm-9:45 am

1 stop22h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/2

9:10 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop34h 20m

$961

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/23

3:30 pm-12:35 am

2 stops21h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/6

1:35 am-2:14 pm

2 stops24h 39m

$1,141

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - PVG

BWIPVG

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/16

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/7

5:30 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop18h 23m

$1,153

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/9

2:00 pm-1:15 am

2 stops22h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/2

2:35 am-1:07 pm

2 stops23h 32m

$1,163

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/19

6:30 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/28

6:25 pm-9:04 am

1 stop27h 39m

$1,180

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Washington, D.C. is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,084, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of October is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $1,140.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,300 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Washington, D.C. for as low as $1,176 on momondo.

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There are 7442.5 mi between Washington, D.C. and Shanghai. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 21h 03m.
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As of January 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai 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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Korean Air	PriceFrom $562	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,188 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Air China	PriceFrom $884	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 138 reviews	Search Air China flights
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