Dulles to Hangzhou (IAD–HGH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 8 hubs
LIS Lisbon 21h 25m ACB6TP JD Lisbon (LIS) to Hangzhou flights
PEK Beijing 22h 10m CA CAGJHU Beijing (PEK) to Hangzhou flights
MAD Madrid 22h 41m ACAYBA CAJD Madrid (MAD) to Hangzhou flights
DOH Doha 30h 34m B6MHQR AYBAQR Doha (DOH) to Hangzhou flights
ICN Seoul 35h 35m APZKEYP CAHOKE Seoul (ICN) to Hangzhou flights
DXB Dubai 41h 40m EK EK Dubai (DXB) to Hangzhou flights
CAI Cairo 43h MS CAMS Cairo (CAI) to Hangzhou flights
ORD Chicago ~20h 32m ACAVAZ Chicago (ORD) to Hangzhou flights
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Dulles to Hangzhou
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+12h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between IAD and HGH, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for IAD to HGH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~20h
Fastest
~43h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
733
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
IAD → HGH
71%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
71%
Return
HGH → IAD
78%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
78%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAD delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+12h
Hangzhou is 12 hours ahead of Dulles.
IAD: EDT · HGH: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 6:00 AM (next day) in Hangzhou.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders can enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a temporary policy running through December 31, 2026. This covers tourism, business visits, and transit. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

For stays beyond 30 days, a standard visa from a Chinese embassy or consulate is required before departure. Separate 144-hour and 72-hour visa-free transit programs exist at select airports for travelers continuing to a third country.

Getting to IAD

WMATA Silver Line Metro now reaches Dulles directly; take Silver Line to Washington Dulles Airport station (about 65 min from Metro Center, ~$7). The connection opened in late 2022.Ride-shares from downtown DC run $35–60 and take 35–50 minutes via I-66 (longer during peak hours). Washington Flyer coach to Wiehle-Reston East Metro costs $6. The airport is 27 miles from downtown; taxis are expensive ($60–80).

Getting from HGH

Metro Line 7 connects the airport to the city. Transfer to Line 1 or Line 2 for most central destinations including the West Lake area; total journey 60–80 minutes (¥7–10). Operating hours: 6am to 11pm.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥70–110 (metered). DiDi ride-hailing is cheaper and convenient. Airport shuttle coaches (¥20–30) run fixed routes to major hotels. Car rental is available at the terminal. Hangzhou is a 45-minute high-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao if connecting overland.

Hangzhou Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and extremely humid (30–38°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall June through September. Thunderstorms and the Meiyu (plum rain) season in June cause regular delays. Typhoons from the South China Sea occasionally affect the region in August–September.

Winters are cold but rarely severe (0–8°C) with occasional frost and light snow. Spring (April–May) is rainy and foggy, which can reduce runway visibility. October and November are the most pleasant and reliable for travel.

IAD–HGH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dulles to Hangzhou route.
Route details
Time difference+12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: IAD
IATA / ICAOIAD / KIAD
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr26.0M
Elevation312 ft / 95 m
Destination: HGH
IATA / ICAOHGH / ZSHC
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr48.0M
Elevation23 ft / 7 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAD to HGH flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Lisbon Humberto Delgado, Beijing Capital and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas.
Hangzhou is 12 hours ahead of Dulles.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Lisbon Humberto Delgado, Beijing Capital and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.