Cheap Flights from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Shanghai (SHA)

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Washington D.C. to Shanghai (WAS-SHA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, EgyptAir offers one-way fares as low as US$523 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. IAD to PVG on Tue, Jan 6), while Korean Air offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$1,014 departing on Fri, Jan 16 and returning on Fri, Jan 23.

• Which airlines offer flights from Washington D.C. to Shanghai?

  At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from Washington D.C. to Shanghai, including: United Airlines Turkish Airlines Korean Air Air China American Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings made by users on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• When is the best time to book flights from Washington D.C. to Shanghai?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Washington D.C. to Shanghai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Washington D.C. to Shanghai?

  To find best deals on flights from Washington D.C. to Shanghai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Tue, Jan 6, with one-way flights priced at just US$523.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is EgyptAir.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Shanghai travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Shanghai (SHA) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Washington D.C. to Shanghai is September, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Shanghai on?

  After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Shanghai on December 8, 2025 with Turkish Airlines, with prices starting at US$1,142.

• Which airports can I fly to for Shanghai from Washington D.C.?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Shanghai, with Dulles International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (IAD-PVG) is by far the most common option on this route: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

• Is there any time difference between Washington D.C. and Shanghai?

  The time difference between Shanghai and Washington D.C. is 13h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Washington D.C. to Shanghai?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.