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 Washington, D.C. and flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 21h 40m on average. Another popular route from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai is flying from Baltimore to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 22h 25m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?

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

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 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 April 2026, there are 11 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.

$476 Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,381 to $1,126. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,099.

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8:20 am - 12:45 am

IAD

PVG

28h 25m

2 stops

1:50 am - 10:05 am

PVG

IAD

20h 15m

1 stop

$1,099ANA

Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, May 5

1:15 am - 12:05 pm

IAD

PVG

22h 50m

1 stop

1:10 pm - 10:00 pm

PVG

IAD

20h 50m

1 stop

$1,101EVA Air

Wed, Sep 2 - Sat, Sep 12

12:15 pm - 12:15 pm

IAD

SHA

36h 00m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 7:27 am

SHA

IAD

29h 52m

2 stops

$1,104ANA

Mon, Apr 27 - Thu, May 7

1:15 pm - 12:25 pm

IAD

PVG

35h 10m

1 stop

8:50 am - 11:05 am

PVG

IAD

38h 15m

1 stop

$1,106Korean Air

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

6:41 pm - 12:05 pm

IAD

PVG

29h 24m

2 stops

12:20 pm - 5:54 pm

PVG

IAD

41h 34m

2 stops

$1,114Cathay Pacific

Fri, Aug 28 - Thu, Sep 10

1:15 pm - 5:05 pm

IAD

SHA

39h 50m

1 stop

6:25 pm - 11:05 am

SHA

IAD

28h 40m

1 stop

$1,124Korean Air

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15

5:30 pm - 11:05 am

DCA

PVG

29h 35m

2 stops

5:40 pm - 11:58 pm

PVG

DCA

42h 18m

2 stops

$1,131Cathay Pacific

Sun, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 9

5:30 pm - 12:50 pm

DCA

SHA

31h 20m

2 stops

6:10 pm - 8:00 pm

SHA

DCA

37h 50m

2 stops

$1,205XiamenAir

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

5:45 pm - 10:00 am

BWI

SHA

28h 15m

2 stops

10:30 pm - 6:55 am

SHA

BWI

44h 25m

2 stops

$1,436Air China

Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 9

7:00 am - 9:50 pm

BWI

SHA

26h 50m

2 stops

10:30 pm - 6:55 am

SHA

BWI

44h 25m

2 stops

$1,483Air China

Sun, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 9

ANA flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai

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ANA

Apr 20

IAD8:20 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 25m

2 stops

PVG12:45 amShanghai Pu Dong

May 5

PVG8:25 amShanghai Pu Dong

37h 40m

1 stop

IAD10:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,099

ANA

Sep 8

IAD12:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

36h 00m

1 stop

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 15

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 30m

1 stop

IAD10:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,105

ANA

Aug 19

IAD12:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

36h 00m

1 stop

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 2

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 30m

1 stop

IAD10:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,117

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Air China

Apr 21

IAD11:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 45m

1 stop

SHA2:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 12

SHA2:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 37m

2 stops

IAD6:12 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,292

Air China

Apr 13

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

23h 15m

2 stops

PVG5:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

May 12

PVG12:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

22h 20m

1 stop

DCA10:30 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,365

Air China

Apr 10

IAD11:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

23h 00m

1 stop

SHA10:00 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 21

SHA9:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 16m

2 stops

IAD8:46 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,393

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/27

8:20 am-12:45 am

2 stops28h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

1:50 am-10:05 am

1 stop20h 15m

$1,099

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Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/2

1:15 am-12:05 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/12

1:10 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$1,101

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/27

12:15 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop36h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/7

1:35 pm-7:27 am

2 stops29h 52m

$1,104

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/23

1:15 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop35h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/30

8:50 am-11:05 am

1 stop38h 15m

$1,106

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - PVG

IADPVG

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/28

6:41 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops29h 24m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/10

12:20 pm-5:54 pm

2 stops41h 34m

$1,114

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/1

1:15 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/15

6:25 pm-11:05 am

1 stop28h 40m

$1,124

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - PVG

DCAPVG

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/30

5:30 pm-11:05 am

2 stops29h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/9

5:40 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops42h 18m

$1,131

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/8

5:30 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops31h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/15

6:10 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops37h 50m

$1,205

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/31

5:45 pm-10:00 am

2 stops28h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/9

10:30 pm-6:55 am

2 stops44h 25m

$1,436

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 8/30

7:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/9

10:30 pm-6:55 am

2 stops44h 25m

$1,483

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Shanghai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Washington, D.C. is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $933, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of November is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $1,084.

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 $1,290 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 $1,104 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai takes 20h 21m

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Shanghai by plane?
There are 7442.5 mi between Washington, D.C. and Shanghai. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 20h 21m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai?
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As of April 2026, there are 11 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 1,203 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Air China	PriceFrom $884	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 145 reviews	Search Air China flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $910	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,290 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,003	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,370 reviews	Search Delta flights
EVA Air	PriceFrom $1,059	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.5 1,399 reviews	Search EVA Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,089	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,533 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,105	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,549 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,117	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,162 reviews	Search ANA flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,160	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,432 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,243	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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