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$464+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to China

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SHA
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/36:14 pm
DTW
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PEK
2 stops61h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/173:15 pm
PEK
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DTW
2 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$882
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/36:14 pm
DTW
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SHA
2 stops53h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/171:40 pm
SHA
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DTW
2 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$882
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/18:05 pm
DTW
-
PVG
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 2/2510:10 am
PVG
-
DTW
1 stop45h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$913
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/168:05 pm
DTW
-
PVG
1 stop23h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 2/2411:05 pm
PVG
-
DTW
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/19$924
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/38:05 pm
DTW
-
PVG
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/1711:05 pm
PVG
-
DTW
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$929
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/318:05 pm
DTW
-
PVG
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 2/2211:05 pm
PVG
-
DTW
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$931
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/18:05 pm
DTW
-
PVG
1 stop23h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 2/2211:05 pm
PVG
-
DTW
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$932
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/109:05 pm
DTW
-
PVG
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 5/1210:25 pm
PVG
-
DTW
1 stop32h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/19$936
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/176:14 pm
DTW
-
PVG
2 stops40h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/247:10 am
PVG
-
DTW
2 stops34h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$945
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:05 pm
DTW
-
PVG
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/179:55 am
PVG
-
DTW
1 stop45h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$951
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/248:05 pm
DTW
-
PVG
1 stop23h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 2/2211:05 pm
PVG
-
DTW
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$954
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/288:05 pm
DTW
-
PVG
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/3110:25 pm
PVG
-
DTW
1 stop32h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/21$957

Find flight deals from Detroit to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to China flight deals. Data was last updated January 21, 2026.

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3 stars

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Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$882
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$464
(Kiwi.com)

Good round-trip deal

$1,932 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,332 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to China that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to China that are best for you.

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Detroit

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China

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/1

8:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/25

10:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

$923

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/23

11:05 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$951

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/24

8:05 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/22

11:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$954

DetroitGuangzhou

DTW - CAN

DTWCAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/16

9:05 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop31h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 3/27

11:15 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$1,020

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/10

10:30 am-12:20 pm

2 stops37h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 5/12

4:50 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops40h 30m

$1,022

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/17

11:40 am-12:30 pm

2 stops35h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/24

7:10 am-9:16 pm

2 stops27h 06m

$1,022

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/16

11:40 am-1:30 pm

2 stops36h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/24

7:10 am-9:16 pm

2 stops27h 06m

$1,022

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/16

9:05 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/19

11:05 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,025

DetroitZhengzhou

DTW - CGO

DTWCGO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/8

8:25 am-4:30 pm

2 stops44h 05m

Zhengzhou

Mon 4/13

7:30 am-11:03 pm

2 stops27h 33m

$1,062

DetroitGuangzhou

DTW - CAN

DTWCAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/5

8:30 am-12:50 am

2 stops28h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 5/12

9:00 am-11:04 pm

2 stops26h 04m

$1,062

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to China

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to China?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to China (average of $558). Flying from Detroit to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,443). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Detroit to China as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to China. Reviews last updated January 21, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Cathay Pacific, and China Eastern from Detroit to China have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,140 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
191 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,088 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to China?

    If you book a flight to China from Detroit, you will be flying from All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.6 mi from the center of Detroit.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to China?

    Turkish Airlines, China Eastern, and Cathay Pacific can get you from Detroit to China in just under 32h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h. Airlines will cover a distance of 7117 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to China one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $584. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit to China for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit to China?

    Most travelers choose Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Pu Dong or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Beijing Capital when deciding on the best route from Detroit to China.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to China flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to China?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to China.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to China by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to China?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to China (average of $558). Flying from Detroit to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,443). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Detroit to China

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to China. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$633Average$1,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
China EasternCheapest$937Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$982Average$1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,024Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
ANACheapest$1,160Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,219Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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