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Shanghai.$1,659 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,659, select.
Shanghai.$1,710 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,710, select.
Shanghai.$1,760 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,760, select.
Shanghai.$1,861 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Tue, 9 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,861, select.
Shanghai.$1,864 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar, returning Tue, 14 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,864, select.
Shanghai.$1,870 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,870, select.
Shanghai.$1,871 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jan, returning Thu, 29 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,871, select.
Shanghai.$1,886 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,886, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Washington Dulles Airport to Shanghai flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $2,446
Jul
from $2,291
Aug
from $2,094
Sep
from $1,710
Oct
from $1,659
Nov
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Dec
from $2,204
Jan
from $1,871
Feb
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Apr
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May
from $1,960
Cheapest month:October
Most expensive month:June

Alternative Washington Dulles to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Washington Dulles to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Washington D.C. to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,659
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Shanghai is $1,659. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Washington Dulles to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,659.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Washington Dulles to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Shanghai is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from Washington Dulles Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from $1,659.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Shanghai on Tuesday, 7 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Washington Dulles Airport and Shanghai. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Air China offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is 12 hours ahead of Washington DC, where Washington Dulles International Airport is located.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your IAD to Shanghai flight.

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from IAD to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • The journey from central Washington DC to IAD takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a hotel close to IAD? If you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Shanghai, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Washington Dulles International Airport, data shows 74.39% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Shanghai

  • $834 is currently the best price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Shanghai flight. Return flight tickets start at $1,659. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from IAD to Shanghai if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Shanghai is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across each month and land an incredible deal.

  • There's no need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from IAD to Shanghai.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Shanghai with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • The centre of Shanghai is about 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 20 minutes.

  • There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SHA. Kick back and get cosy after your IAD to Shanghai flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and experience more with your own wheels. Hertz is just moments from arrivals, ensuring a fast and easy pick-up.

  • Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from SHA ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and get going.

  • The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Shanghai. The city buzzes during high season, but rates are often higher and major attractions can get crowded. Go to Shanghai in the off-season if you like a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Washington Dulles International Airport to Shanghai flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from IAD to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've experienced Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.

  • Around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai, Puyang is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.

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