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Flight deals from Baltimore Washington International to Shanghai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shanghai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs323,702. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Shanghai.Rs155,145 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs155,145, select.
Shanghai.Rs155,975 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs155,975, select.
Shanghai.Rs159,040 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs159,040, select.
Shanghai.Rs180,690 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs180,690, select.
Shanghai.Rs196,090 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs196,090, select.
Shanghai.Rs196,328 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Jan.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs196,328, select.
Shanghai.Rs197,935 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs197,935, select.
Shanghai.Rs207,373 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs207,373, select.
Shanghai.Rs210,390 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Feb.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs210,390, select.
Shanghai.Rs214,035 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Mar.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Hongqiao.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs214,035, select.
Shanghai.Rs252,803 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 18 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs252,803, select.
Shanghai.Rs331,078 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs331,078, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Baltimore Washington International to Shanghai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Baltimore Washington International to Shanghai flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from Rs196,090
Aug
from Rs155,975
Sep
from Rs155,145
Oct
from Rs159,040
Nov
from Rs180,690
Dec
from Rs197,935
Jan
from Rs196,328
Feb
from Rs210,390
Mar
from Rs214,035
Apr
from Rs207,373
May
from Rs252,803
Jun
from Rs331,078

Alternative Baltimore Washington International to Shanghai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Baltimore Washington International to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Shanghai Hongqiao

14km from central Shanghai
Closest
from Rs155,699
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Shanghai Pudong

33km from central Shanghai
Cheapest
from Rs155,145
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Washington D.C. to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs155,145
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Baltimore Washington International to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Shanghai: Shanghai Hongqiao and Shanghai Pudong.
The best price we found for a return flight from Baltimore Washington International to Shanghai is Rs316,568. 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 Baltimore Washington International to Shanghai. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs316,568.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Baltimore Washington International to Shanghai.
The cheapest month to fly from Baltimore Washington International to Shanghai is usually August.
If you're flying from Baltimore Washington International Airport, the cheapest airport near Shanghai is Shanghai Pudong – which is 32.7 km away from the centre of Shanghai. We've found flights into this airport from Rs316,568.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shanghai on Monday, 17 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Baltimore Washington International Airport and Shanghai. 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 Shanghai 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 Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. August is typically the warmest month in Shanghai, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai.

Travelling from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Shanghai: what you need to know

  • Baltimore Washington International Airport is located in Washington DC. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 13 hours ahead of Washington DC.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your BWI to Shanghai flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • We make it simple to book plane tickets from BWI to Shanghai with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • Located around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC, BWI can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near BWI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shanghai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Baltimore Washington International Airport, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Shanghai

  • Rs155,145 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shanghai flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs316,568. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from BWI to Shanghai. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.

  • Landing cheap tickets from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shanghai is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares across the month and walk away with a fantastic deal.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from BWI to Shanghai is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shanghai.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is roughly 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Following your BWI to Shanghai flight, kick back at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from SHA ahead of time. You'll also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when demand is high.

  • You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

Best time to go to Shanghai

  • February is the most popular month for flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shanghai. To avoid the crowds, head to Shanghai in December.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Baltimore Washington International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BWI to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.

More about Shanghai

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China you should also see. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • Around 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai, Puyang is another favourite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.

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