$410 Find Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to China

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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to China

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Shanghai
Shanghai2 stops$807
Fuzhou
Fuzhou2 stops$1,026
Chengdu
Chengdu2 stops$1,061
Shenyang
Shenyang1 stop$1,037
Shenzhen
Shenzhen1 stop$1,037
Wuhan
Wuhan2 stops$1,008
Xi'an
Xi'an1 stop$1,037
Xiamen
Xiamen1 stop$1,037
Nanjing
Nanjing1 stop$1,037
Zhengzhou
Zhengzhou1 stop$1,037
Changsha
Changsha1 stop$1,037
Tianjin
Tianjin1 stop$1,037
Shanghai
Shanghai2 stops$807
Fuzhou
Fuzhou2 stops$1,026
Chengdu
Chengdu2 stops$1,061
Shenyang
Shenyang1 stop$1,037
Shenzhen
Shenzhen1 stop$1,037
Wuhan
Wuhan2 stops$1,008
Xi'an
Xi'an1 stop$1,037
Xiamen
Xiamen1 stop$1,037
Nanjing
Nanjing1 stop$1,037
Zhengzhou
Zhengzhou1 stop$1,037
Changsha
Changsha1 stop$1,037
Tianjin
Tianjin1 stop$1,037

Book Cheap Washington, D.C. to China Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to China that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to China

Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4
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7:07 am - 1:25 pmBWI-PVG
42h 18m2 stops
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1:40 pm - 6:07 pmPVG-BWI
41h 27m2 stops
Sun, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 25
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7:07 am - 11:20 pmBWI-PVG
27h 13m2 stops
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7:20 am - 7:56 amPVG-BWI
37h 36m2 stops
$851Air China
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Thu, Feb 26 - Wed, Mar 4
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11:50 am - 12:05 pmIAD-CAN
35h 15m1 stop
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1:15 pm - 9:50 amCAN-IAD
33h 35m1 stop
$954Korean Air
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Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 24
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11:50 am - 8:25 pmIAD-PVG
19h 35m1 stop
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11:20 am - 9:50 amPVG-IAD
35h 30m1 stop
$995Korean Air
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Sat, Nov 1 - Fri, Dec 12
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2:30 pm - 4:35 pmIAD-CAN
38h 05m1 stop
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11:15 pm - 7:15 pmCAN-IAD
33h 00m1 stop
$1,142Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Nov 1 - Fri, Dec 12
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10:10 pm - 4:35 pmIAD-CAN
30h 25m1 stop
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11:15 pm - 7:15 pmCAN-IAD
33h 00m1 stop
$1,189Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 25
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6:06 am - 3:20 pmDCA-PVG
20h 14m1 stop
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5:30 pm - 10:54 pmPVG-DCA
18h 24m1 stop
$1,206Delta
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Sun, Nov 30 - Thu, Dec 25
Delta Logo
5:05 pm - 3:50 pmDCA-PVG
33h 45m2 stops
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6:00 pm - 11:37 amPVG-DCA
30h 37m2 stops
$1,210Delta
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Thu, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 25
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2:00 pm - 1:15 amDCA-PVG
22h 15m2 stops
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2:30 am - 11:58 amPVG-DCA
22h 28m2 stops
$1,263ANA
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Thu, Oct 23 - Fri, Nov 21
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6:29 am - 12:15 pmBWI-SHA
41h 46m2 stops
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1:40 pm - 5:14 pmSHA-BWI
40h 34m2 stops
$1,433ANA
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Washington, D.C. to China flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Washington, D.C. to China to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to China from Washington, D.C. found in the last 72 hours was to Beijing, at $818 round-trip. The most popular route is from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) to Beijing Capital Airport (PEK), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $818.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Washington, D.C. to China?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $1,530 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to China?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to China is April, when tickets cost $1,158 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,743 and $1,726 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to China?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to China clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to China on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Thursday. On your return trip to Washington, D.C., you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to China?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to China, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to China, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 2 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$410
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
Flight from Baltimore to Beijing

FAQs - booking China flights

  • Can I fly from Washington, D.C., to China in first class?

    The best way to kill time on a long flight to China is by sleeping; you'll be able to sleep easily when you fly first class. Airlines like Air China will provide you with a lie-flat seat for comfort.

  • Where do airlines often stop between Washington, D.C., and China for layovers?

    Airlines will stop in many places for layovers when traveling from Washington, D.C., to China. Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Incheon International Airport (ICN ) are some of the common layover locations.

  • Do I need a visa to fly from Washington, D.C., to China?

    You will need to have a valid passport to fly to China, and you will also need to obtain a visa. If you plan to visit China more than once, consider getting a 10-year multiple-entry visa that you can utilize for the next decade.

  • What can I do to make a flight from Washington, D.C., to China sustainable?

    Making a more sustainable trip from Washington, D.C., to China can be as simple as selecting the right airline to fly with. Turkish Airlines, for instance, is working on becoming carbon-neutral by routinely upgrading its fleet and using more fuel-efficient gas in its aircraft.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to China?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Washington, D.C. to China.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to China?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to China is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington, D.C. to China?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Washington, D.C. to China with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. to China?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Washington, D.C. to China up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to China?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to China is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $1,331 on average. Morning departures are around 15% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to China is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,826.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to China

  • When flying from Washington, D.C., to China, you can leave from either Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) or Dulles International Airport (IAD). BWI will be the better option for those who live in Maryland, while IAD will be the right choice for those who live in Virginia.
  • In addition to considering which airport you would like to depart from when flying from Washington, D.C., to China, you'll also need to consider which airport you would like to arrive at in China. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is ideal for those visiting Beijing, while Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) will be better for those traveling to Shanghai.
  • Those wishing to fly from Washington, D.C., to China will only sometimes be able to catch flights on the domestic airlines they're used to flying with. Air China, Egypt Air, Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines will be the leading airlines that will fly you to China. Make sure you research each airline for amenities and pricing before deciding which one you would like to fly while going to China.
  • Flying from Washington, D.C., to China on a nonstop flight is not usually possible because of how far the two countries are from each other. You can, however, find one-stop flights that'll take you to China in under 30 hours. Look for them instead of flights with multiple stops that will have you flying for the better part of two days.
  • Getting to the airport two to three hours early is essential when flying internationally from Washington, D.C., to China. Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) has lounges like The Club BWI that you can use to relax before your flights. Dulles International Airport (IAD) also has some lounge options, such as the Turkish Airlines Lounge.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Washington, D.C. to China

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Washington, D.C. to China? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.4
ANAOverall score based on 961 reviews
8.7Crew
8.6Boarding
7.9Entertainment
8.2Comfort
7.7Food
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Everything was excellent. Only the fish entree in the Japanese meal was overcooked and quite dry but everything else was great

10.0 Excellentmichael, Sep 2025LHR - HND
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Everything was excellent. Only the fish entree in the Japanese meal was overcooked and quite dry but everything else was great

Warm the bread. Movies: better choices to include Chinese movies options or some of the older winners of flim festival

Almost 6 hours of delay with over 12 gate changes. Flight was supposed to depart around 6 and instead depart after 12am. No accommodations were offered than some snacks closer to midnight when the crew was planning to throw away some snacks.

The crew was very nice and polite. They made sure everybody got their meal and drinks. Even the economy class had a very adequate leg room for someone that is over 6 foot tall.

Purchased WiFi was slow to non functional. Staff was not personable or friendly. Seats were cramped. Boarding took long but I expected that.

Luckily I just tried to sleep. But the entertainment system was awkward to operate. I hate all this stuff with apps and adding it to your phone and all. It is a nuisance. I would prefer a good magazine or newspaper in the pocket in front of me or available.

Upgrade the comfort, food and attendants. Also we arrived in Houston in the morning. The meal they served two hours before our arrival was a dinner entree. It would have been a lot nicer and much more appropriate to have had breakfast.

One of the best 14 hour flights I've ever had. Crew was friendly throughout which can be difficult on longer flights. The crew being kind and respectful is very important for me. Plane felt clean and I was able to get some well needed uninterrupted sleep. I put them slightly above Cathay Pacific as far as cleanliness the only down side was a lack of entertainment selections, but hey I am an American taking a trip on a Japanese airline so I cannot complain. Thank you ANA and the Tokyo airport all very friendly. Will see you soon

Poor. We weren’t able to check in online (for several hours until we gave up) for no apparent reasons although our passports were loaded successfully. When we were at the airport check-in, a rep helped us at the kiosk but she disregarded the KTN provided to her so we had to come back for it after being questioned by the TSA person…

ANA gave me an amazing experience. They are very good with customer service.

They were trying to get people to check luggage because the over head compartments were full but when we boarded there were lots of empty places that people could have put the luggage.

It was good, I liked the self-serve snacks but it was a little difficult to get the alcohol, which is understandable since I wouldn't want kids sneaking it.

Friendly flight attendants and gate agents. Very clean plane and food was good!

I was unable to select decent seats, and so I was stuck in the middle seat because it was selected for me

There was a lot of partial tv shows but not enough to last the flight. The food was incredible! The crew were so helpful and patient. Lots more space than what I usually get on an international flight. Very comfortable!

Stingy on the drinks - 15 hour direct flight and could barely get attention for some water

Korean Air is unlike any other major airline I have flown with. The grace and respect that the staff has from check in to de-boarding is unmatched. The flight attendants this time were especially wonderful to my five little children. They helped us rearrange to more suitable seating, brought our children’s meals, and patiently waited for them in the aisles when they had to use the bathroom. We felt so welcome and comfortable. I really appreciate the meal voucher when our flight was delayed. I am grateful to have had such an stress-free experience.

Not many people, so you can lay down on two seats

The delay in Korea was a pain and set us back a day. I have to give big props to Korean Air for setting up a hotel with dinner and transportation to and from the hotel. I also needed assistance with a wheelchair and they did an outstanding job.

Great except for the delay in Korea. Korean Air did a great job setting up a hotel for the night. I also needed assistance with a wheelchair and they were outstanding.

Perfect flight both ways. On time, courteous staff, plane comfortable and cool. Best domestic flights I’ve had in awhile.

The food was terrible especially for a 15 hour international flight. The crew was unpleasant as well.

Really low quality food especially for an international flight. The crew also was surprisingly unpleasant except couple of ladies. I know we were not in first class but that’s no reason to treat customers as less.

Flight delayed for two and half hours and then canceled altogether due to mechanical issues. No mechanic onsite to fix so had to send one from LAX.

Quick check in. Everything went smooth. I don't know what can be done about airline food.

Crew was good. The reservation got mixed up and they didn't have my TSA number. I am also a Silver Medallion and wasn't able to use Sky Priority.

Delta made it easy, comfortable and timely. The crew was fantastic.

This route with Delta always has delays or is cancelled. Aircrafts seem smaller and older. I fly Delta quite a bit - haven’t had issues with the international flights. But this route has always been the troublesome one

Nothing special. The crew never went out of their way for anything.

Three seats in first class were broken and while they were able to still acommodate us it was looking very touch and go and they had others they could not acommodate

Rude staff. I would avoid using the word racist but definitely partially or discriminatory. My 72 yrs old mother who is also disabled was traveling on this flight. She was the second passenger boarded to the plane. The First elderly couple ahead of my mother were allowed to use the airplane bathroom but my mother was denied entry stating it was for safety reasons. My mother objected the the couple in front of her were allowed but hostess still stated that due to the flight safety reasons she can’t use it. Even my mother explained that he is using blood pressure medication that’s why she have to use the restroom frequently but the crew continued arguing her. At one point the Mae attendent even suggested that if that’s the case my mother can urinate in her seat. The level of disrespect against an elderly lady is beyond my comprehension. This matter will be taken to the social media to shame the employees involved.

my experience was great with Turkish airlines . the problem i encountered was with kayak booking. When I booked . it showed that im allowed a bag . and when I got to the airport, i had to pay $165 for one bag.

Not up to Business Class standards. Two of the three toilets were out of order. The hostesses were aware and didn’t show any responsible act to do something. Food quality was not what we expect from Turkish hospitality. Overall we were not impressed and disappointed.

During mid flight, try to get a flight attendant to help I couldn’t find one Otherwise, everything was perfect

I was not given basinett seat.The connecting flight was missed due to airline fault i was not accomodated for hotel.Drinks were normt served frewuently.Never travelling again on tirkish airlines.I always travel wiyh family by turkish airline but no more.zero stars

The crew were very hospitable and pleasant. The food was pretty good. Unfortunately, there was a flight delay of more than 2 hours. We're not sure why but it appeared to be outside the control of Turkish Airlines.

Bough tickets with luggage, but made me pay at Airport as well

The economy seat was so uncomfortable, had not enough leg room for 13 hours flight, front seat basket was broken and couldn’t hold anything, food quality was horrible( we got food poisoned ) we charged for logged which used to be free. We paid too much for this flight and very disappointed. Turkish air line better to make satisfy and respect people instead of find different way to scam people.

This is really the rating of two flights. JFK to IST then IST to NQZ. New York to Istanbul was good. Good crew and all positives. The flight to Astana was so bad that brought it all down. Crew was nonexistent above the minimum, seats were cramped, and it was hot on the plane. Turkish Airlines seems to be slipping down to US based carriers level.

The 2 agents on the check in counter were super nice , helpful and very polite. Boarding was like a 1 2 3, I would recommend Turkish airlines for your next trip.

Nothing to complain of, the only reason I am not giving better marks is that I am used to flying with ANA and they are the top.

It's terrible that we can't do online check in because we didn't buy the tickets directly from Air china. It was not explained until I contacted Chatdeal and we could not sit together.

Communication between the captain/crew and the passengers needs to be improved.

Food and service are good. Bathroom was lack of lotions and cleaning. That should be improved.

Food & service very good next I will pick up again

Chinese flight attendants didn't speak english well. They didn't care enough to remember that I (east asian who isn't Chinese) wasn't Chinese and spoke English. Announcement in english on board was poor and I find it very difficult to understand what was announced. Also, a cabin bag allows only 5kg!

Everything was not satisfactory - the flight was delayed, staffs were ok but they didn't speak English well. I am from east Asia (not Chinese) and they didn't care enough to remember that I wasn't Chinese but persistently spoke chinese to me. The flight announcement in english wasn't clear to understand.

I wish I had been able to choose a vegetarian meal. Crew friendly and helpful. Seat was ok. All quite efficient and pleasant. Would recommend for inner China travel for sure.

The flight is not bad, but the Business Lounge is not big enough for the quantity of people they accept and there is a limited options for food and beverages.

It was simply bad and on top of that my luggage hasn't been delivered until now. They can't even localize it which is just unacceptable when they are supposed to scan the bar code they put when we check in

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