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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai from $466

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Air China Logo
7:07 am - 11:55 amBWI-SHA
39h 48m2 stops
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5:30 pm - 7:56 amSHA-BWI
27h 26m2 stops
$936Air China
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dom., nov. 2 - jue., nov. 13
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7:28 pm - 10:55 pmBWI-SHA
39h 27m2 stops
Logo
10:30 pm - 7:56 amSHA-BWI
46h 26m2 stops
$971
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sáb., oct. 25 - sáb., nov. 22
Korean Air Logo
11:50 am - 5:10 pmIAD-SHA
40h 20m1 stop
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 9:50 amSHA-IAD
28h 25m1 stop
$1,057Korean Air
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jue., nov. 13 - lun., dic. 22
Korean Air Logo
7:01 am - 5:10 pmIAD-SHA
45h 09m2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 9:50 amSHA-IAD
28h 25m1 stop
$1,063Korean Air
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dom., nov. 16 - mié., dic. 24
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:31 pm - 3:35 pmDCA-SHA
39h 04m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:35 pm - 10:15 pmSHA-DCA
44h 40m2 stops
$1,121Cathay Pacific
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mié., oct. 22 - mié., mar. 11
Cathay Pacific Logo
5:27 pm - 12:20 pmIAD-SHA
29h 53m2 stops
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10:30 pm - 10:33 pmSHA-IAD
37h 03m2 stops
$1,123Cathay Pacific
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lun., nov. 3 - dom., nov. 9
EVA Air Logo
6:59 pm - 4:30 pmDCA-SHA
33h 31m2 stops
EVA Air Logo
7:40 pm - 5:32 pmSHA-DCA
34h 52m2 stops
$1,252EVA Air
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mié., oct. 15 - mié., feb. 4
EVA Air Logo
9:59 am - 4:30 pmDCA-SHA
42h 31m2 stops
EVA Air Logo
7:40 pm - 8:55 pmSHA-DCA
37h 15m2 stops
$1,328EVA Air
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mié., oct. 15 - mié., mar. 11
ANA Logo
6:29 am - 12:15 pmBWI-SHA
41h 46m2 stops
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 5:14 pmSHA-BWI
40h 34m2 stops
$1,380ANA
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jue., oct. 23 - mar., nov. 18
ANA Logo
6:29 am - 12:15 pmBWI-SHA
41h 46m2 stops
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 5:14 pmSHA-BWI
40h 34m2 stops
$1,553ANA
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jue., oct. 23 - vie., nov. 21

Air China flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Air China deals on Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Air China
Nov 2
BWI7:07 amBaltimore/Washington
39h 48m
2 stops
SHA11:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 13
SHA5:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 26m
2 stops
BWI7:56 amBaltimore/Washington
$936
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Air China
Nov 14
IAD10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 55m
1 stop
SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 2
SHA9:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
34h 00m
1 stop
IAD6:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$982
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Air China
Nov 12
IAD6:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
38h 25m
2 stops
SHA9:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 22
SHA3:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
40h 15m
1 stop
IAD6:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$986
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Cathay Pacific flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Oct 22
DCA12:31 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
39h 04m
2 stops
SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 11
SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
44h 40m
2 stops
DCA10:15 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
$1,121
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Cathay Pacific
Nov 3
IAD5:27 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 53m
2 stops
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 9
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
37h 03m
2 stops
IAD10:33 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,123
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Cathay Pacific
Sep 28
DCA10:45 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
49h 20m
2 stops
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 16
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
33h 14m
2 stops
DCA6:44 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
$1,130
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 septiembre 3, 2025.
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Price

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 11/2

7:07 am-11:55 am

2 stops39h 48m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 11/13

5:30 pm-7:56 am

2 stops27h 26m

$936

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

sáb. 10/25

7:28 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops39h 27m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 11/22

10:30 pm-7:56 am

2 stops46h 26m

$971

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 11/13

11:50 am-5:10 pm

1 stop40h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 12/22

6:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

$1,057

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 11/16

7:01 am-5:10 pm

2 stops45h 09m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 12/24

6:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop28h 25m

$1,063

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 10/22

12:31 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops39h 04m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 3/11

1:35 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops44h 40m

$1,121

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

IAD - SHA

IADSHA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 11/3

5:27 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops29h 53m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 11/9

10:30 pm-10:33 pm

2 stops37h 03m

$1,123

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 10/15

6:59 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops33h 31m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 2/4

7:40 pm-5:32 pm

2 stops34h 52m

$1,252

Washington, D.C.Shanghai

DCA - SHA

DCASHA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 10/15

9:59 am-4:30 pm

2 stops42h 31m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 3/11

7:40 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops37h 15m

$1,328

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 10/23

6:29 am-12:15 pm

2 stops41h 46m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 11/18

1:40 pm-5:14 pm

2 stops40h 34m

$1,380

BaltimoreShanghai

BWI - SHA

BWISHA

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 10/23

6:29 am-12:15 pm

2 stops41h 46m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 11/21

1:40 pm-5:14 pm

2 stops40h 34m

$1,553

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Washington, D.C. is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,155, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in September, then you should wait until March to fly from Washington, D.C., when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,177.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,522. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Washington, D.C. because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,740.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in the evening. Flights from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport during this time can be as low as $1,250. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $1,839. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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As of September 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights are approximately 37% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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  • How far is Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl is 7446.0 mi. 22h 55m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 ChinaPriceFrom $913Free CancellationRating
7.2
97 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $977Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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8.4
1,135 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,101Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,972 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,104Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,954 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,155Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,937 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,238Free CancellationRating
8.4
947 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,280Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,621 reviews
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