Cheapest flight ticket found	$1,188
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	16 hrs, 55 mins
Places to go	261
Most popular airline	Air China
Average flights per week	2

Washington D.C. to China flight deals

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to China? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,199. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return flight tickets right here.

Beijing.$1,188 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Beijing Daxing on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,188, select.

Hong Kong.$1,210 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Hong Kong Intl.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Hong Kong Intl on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,210, select.

Shanghai.$1,320 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,320, select.

Guangzhou.$1,369 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Feb, returning Sat, 20 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Guangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Guangzhou on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,369, select.

Zhengzhou.$1,512 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Zhengzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Zhengzhou on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,512, select.

Qingdao.$1,517 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Qingdao.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Qingdao on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,517, select.

Changsha.$1,517 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Changsha.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Changsha on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,517, select.

Xi An.$1,521 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Xi An Xianyang.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Xi An Xianyang on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,521, select.

Shenyang.$1,521 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Shenyang.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shenyang on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,521, select.

Tianjin.$1,521 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Tianjin.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Tianjin on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,521, select.

Chengdu.$1,527 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Apr, returning Sat, 24 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Sat, 24 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,527, select.

Wuhan.$1,530 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Wuhan Tianhe International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Wuhan Tianhe International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,530, select.

Ningbo.$1,535 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Ningbo.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Ningbo on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,535, select.

Hangzhou.$1,538 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Hangzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Hangzhou on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,538, select.

Xiamen.$1,556 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Xiamen.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Xiamen on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,556, select.

Fuzhou.$1,573 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Fuzhou.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Fuzhou on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,573, select.

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Flights from Washington D.C. to China FAQs

What is the cheapest flight to China from Washington D.C.?

The cheapest flight from Washington D.C. to China costs $1,188.

Explore the different prices of flights from Washington D.C. to China and find the best option for you.

When is it the cheapest time to fly from Washington D.C. to China?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to China is September. See if any of these flights in September suit you.

What is the cheapest Washington D.C. to China flight route?

We've taken a look at the year ahead using our flights calendar. The cheapest flight route from Washington D.C. to China is Washington D.C. to Beijing Daxing. You can buy a ticket to fly this route from $1,188.

Take a look at Washington D.C. to Beijing Daxing flights.

How long is the flight from Washington D.C. to China?

The average flight time from Washington D.C. to China is 16 hours and 55 minutes.

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

Looking at the year ahead, the cheapest airline flying to China from Washington D.C. is Saudia.

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If this airline doesn't suit you, the second cheapest airline is Air China.

Cheapest flights to China from Washington D.C.

How to find cheap flights from Washington D.C. to China

Book a return flight from Washington D.C. to China starting at $1,188, the cheapest price currently available.
That fare gets you from Washington D.C. into Beijing Daxing in Beijing.
$647 is the lowest price available for a one-way ticket.
Why not let the lowest fares decide where you jet off to next? Select 'China' in the 'To' field to find the best deals by city.
With around 75 international airports, China gives you plenty of arrival options.
Expand your search by choosing 'Add nearby airports.' This will compare prices across the closest airports at both your departure and destination points, which could help you save.
The sooner you book, the better. Fares are more likely to go up as your trip date gets closer, not fall.
Keep up with every fare change. Download the Skyscanner app, set up a Price Alert, and we'll let you know when prices rise or drop.

Best time to fly from Washington D.C. to China

September is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight from Washington D.C. to China.
A midweek departure can often work in your favor. Fares are generally cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays than the rest of the week.
Peak travel season in China runs through April, July and August. July is the most popular month and a good time to visit if you want to catch everything in full swing.
February, March and December are quieter months. March has the lowest overall travel demand and is a good option if you want to keep things more relaxed.

Flights from Washington D.C. to China: what to expect

Take your pick from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) or Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) when planning your flight from Washington D.C..
At least one airport in China can be reached on a nonstop flight from Washington D.C..
Each week, roughly one direct flight connects Washington D.C. with China.
The main airline operating on this route is Air China.
Beijing is one of the most popular routes from Washington D.C. to China.
The average journey on this route takes around 16 hours 55 minutes.

Popular places to visit in China

Shanghai

One of the leading destinations for Washington D.C. to China flights, Shanghai headlines the list of places to visit. Kick off your sightseeing at unmissable attractions like Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.
You can arrive in Shanghai through Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).
Looking for the perfect place to stay? Check out the selection of hotels in Shanghai.

Beijing

Explore some of Beijing's biggest highlights including The Palace Museum, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.
You can reach the city through Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX).
Once your plane ticket is locked in, you can begin searching for the right stay among the hotels in Beijing.

Chengdu

Well-known sights to tick off while you're in this corner of Sichuan include Sichuan Tower of China, Jinli Street and Sichuan Museum.
You can land at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU), depending on what suits your route.
Track down a deal on where you'll stay by exploring the list of hotels in Chengdu.

Visiting China for the first time? Here's what you need to know

Entry rules can often change, so check in advance whether you'll need a visa or any other kind of documentation before you travel. Your travel agent, airline or the local embassy or consulate will have the latest details.
You'll be using the Chinese yuan (CNY) for your daily spending. Credit and debit cards are only accepted in large businesses, so it's a good idea to have another payment method.
Beijing is the capital of China, which has a population of about 1.4 billion.
Travelling around this destination often means switching time zones along the way. Depending on where you are, standard local time ranges from UTC+6 to UTC+8.
Pick the season that suits how you like to explore, whether that's cooler, hotter or somewhere in between. July is one of the warmest months in China.
Visit sometime around January if you'd rather be there when it's cooler.
Rain is more frequent in August, while March is typically drier.
Headline events on the local calendar include Chinese New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival and the Dragon Boat Festival. Line up your Washington D.C. to China flight around moments like these to experience something beyond the ordinary.

Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental

With your cheap flight from Washington D.C. to China locked in, it's now time to plan what comes next. Find the best prices and exclusive rates for hotels in China. You can also check out car rental options in China and compare offers from trusted companies in seconds.

China hotels and car hire

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