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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Washington Dulles Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £781. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..£753 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with Jetstar Japan and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £753, select.
Washington D.C..£781 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr, returning Fri, 24 Apr.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £781, select.
Washington D.C..£787 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May, returning Sun, 5 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £787, select.
Washington D.C..£802 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Wed, 8 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £802, select.
Washington D.C..£804 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Mon, 16 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £804, select.
Washington D.C..£830 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 May, returning Sun, 17 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £830, select.
Washington D.C..£854 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul, returning Tue, 21 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £854, select.
Washington D.C..£877 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Korean Air and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £877, select.
Washington D.C..£901 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Fri, 23 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £901, select.
Washington D.C..£903 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar, returning Wed, 20 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £903, select.
Washington D.C..£927 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Mar, returning Mon, 13 Jul.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £927, select.
Washington D.C..£954 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £954, select.
Washington D.C..£986 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £986, select.
Washington D.C..£1,013 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun, returning Wed, 29 Jul.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,013, select.
Washington D.C..£1,035 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,035, select.
Washington D.C..£2,142 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £2,142, select.

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Shanghai to Washington Dulles: Alternative routes

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Shanghai to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£753
Cheapest month to flyMay

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Washington Dulles is £753. 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 Shanghai to Washington Dulles. But we found flights with one stop from £753.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Shanghai to Washington Dulles.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Washington Dulles is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Washington Dulles Airport on Tuesday, 19 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Shanghai and Washington Dulles Airport. 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 Washington Dulles 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 Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Washington Dulles is Jetstar Japan .

Travelling from Shanghai to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know

  • Shanghai has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).

  • Washington DC is 12 hours behind Shanghai. Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC, which follows the UTC-4 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Shanghai to IAD.

  • With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you stay ahead of the crowds.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Shanghai to IAD departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • To get to PVG from central Shanghai, it takes about 50 minutes to drive the 56 kms (35 miles) or so.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Washington Dulles International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:

  • 78.11% of flights that depart Shanghai Pudong International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Break up your flight from Shanghai to Washington Dulles International Airport with a stop at Haneda Airport (HND). A major connection between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and IAD, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.

  • The drive from central Shanghai to SHA typically takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 14 kms (9 miles).

  • Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to IAD flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 85.58% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.

  • The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC

  • Washington Dulles International Airport is roughly 25 miles from central Washington DC. The time it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Washington Dulles International Airport is £411. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £753. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Shanghai to IAD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Shanghai to Washington Dulles International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Shanghai to IAD couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as prices go down.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Shanghai to Washington Dulles International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • It's time to work out when to book your flight from Shanghai to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). July is the busiest month to visit Washington DC. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in February.

  • Book a Shanghai to IAD plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Washington Dulles International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Washington DC

Explore more of the United States

  • Washington DC has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kms (140 miles) north-east of Washington DC, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • Around 274 kms (170 miles) south-east of Washington DC, Virginia Beach is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach Boardwalk and Resort Beach.

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