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 20h 20m 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 23h 50m. 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?

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

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

ANA, Delta and Air China 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 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 November 2025, there are 9 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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7:07 am - 9:45 amBWI-PVG

37h 38m2 stops

9:00 pm - 7:56 amPVG-BWI

47h 56m2 stops

$945Air China

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Sun, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 23

5:50 pm - 10:15 amBWI-PVG

28h 25m2 stops

7:10 am - 7:01 amPVG-BWI

35h 51m2 stops

$950Air China

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12:40 pm - 1:15 amIAD-PVG

23h 35m2 stops

8:30 am - 3:40 pmPVG-IAD

20h 10m1 stop

$1,143ANA

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Wed, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 2

6:00 am - 3:20 pmBWI-PVG

20h 20m1 stop

5:30 pm - 11:03 pmPVG-BWI

18h 33m1 stop

$1,172Delta

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Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 2

4:49 pm - 3:20 pmBWI-PVG

33h 31m2 stops

6:00 pm - 9:18 amPVG-BWI

28h 18m2 stops

$1,176Delta

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Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 2

11:10 am - 12:25 pmIAD-SHA

36h 15m1 stop

1:40 pm - 9:10 amSHA-IAD

32h 30m1 stop

$1,189ANA

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6:30 am - 6:45 pmDCA-PVG

24h 15m2 stops

12:10 pm - 9:53 pmPVG-DCA

21h 43m1 stop

$1,206United Airlines

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6:30 am - 6:45 pmIAD-PVG

23h 15m2 stops

8:55 pm - 7:21 amPVG-IAD

23h 26m1 stop

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5:08 pm - 4:25 pmDCA-PVG

34h 17m1 stop

6:10 pm - 11:00 pmPVG-DCA

17h 50m1 stop

$1,214American Airlines

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6:02 am - 4:25 pmBWI-PVG

21h 23m1 stop

6:25 pm - 2:15 pmPVG-BWI

32h 50m1 stop

$1,222American Airlines

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Feb 16

DCA5:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

30h 20m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 23

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 45m

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DCA10:15 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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Jan 28

DCA5:08 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

30h 12m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 11

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

44h 40m

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Feb 15

DCA7:55 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

51h 25m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mar 8

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 27m

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DCA6:57 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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Feb 12

BWI6:31 amBaltimore/Washington

45h 34m

2 stops

PVG5:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Feb 22

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

36h 15m

2 stops

BWI5:55 pmBaltimore/Washington

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Feb 12

BWI6:31 amBaltimore/Washington

45h 34m

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PVG5:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Feb 22

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

36h 15m

2 stops

BWI5:55 pmBaltimore/Washington

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Nov 8

DCA3:25 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

31h 20m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 13

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

21h 20m

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DCA9:30 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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12:40 pm-1:15 am

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4:49 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops33h 31m

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11:10 am-12:25 pm

1 stop36h 15m

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1:40 pm-9:10 am

1 stop32h 30m

$1,189

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6:30 am-6:45 pm

2 stops24h 15m

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12:10 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop21h 43m

$1,206

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Mon 11/10

6:30 am-6:45 pm

2 stops23h 15m

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8:55 pm-7:21 am

1 stop23h 26m

$1,206

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Sun 1/18

5:08 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop34h 17m

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Thu 2/19

6:10 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$1,214

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BWI - PVG

BWIPVG

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6:02 am-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 23m

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6:25 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop32h 50m

$1,222

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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 November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,138, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $1,158.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $1,457. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai for around $1,691.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the evening for as low as $1,221. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,813.

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 $1,356 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 $1,190 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 19h 35m.
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As of November 2025, there are 9 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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Air China	PriceFrom $884	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 122 reviews	Search Air China flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $977	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,040 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $1,032	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,160 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,001 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,007 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,104	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,032 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,156	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,003 reviews	Search ANA flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,250	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,500 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,267	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,661 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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Our data shows that the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the evening for as low as $1,221. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,813.

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

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

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