Flying from Washington DC to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Washington DC to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) begins with finding the right airport to jet off from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are the main departure points in Washington DC.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai. The city runs on the UTC+8 timezone and is 12 hours ahead of Washington DC.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Washington DC to PVG.
With more travellers during high season, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Washington DC to PVG. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Break up your flight from Washington DC to Shanghai Pudong International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and PVG include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Washington DC to PVG flight? Check in to a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Book a flight ticket from Washington DC to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between BWI and PVG are:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The journey to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near PVG and turn out the lights sooner:
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is ج.م. 23,192. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 50,085. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Washington DC to PVG, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
April is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Shanghai based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Washington DC to PVG flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Shanghai when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at 外滩-观景平台 followed by 外滩建筑群 and Shanghai Museum.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Puyang is another sought-after destination in China and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without dropping by Poet Town, 江南第一家郑义门古建筑群 and Xuanlushan Scenic Area.
