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$398+ 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 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SHA
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jeu. 10/16
jeu. 10/23
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to China flight deals. Data was last updated septembre 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$781
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$398
(Kiwi.com)

Good round-trip deal

$1,252 or less

Good one-way deal

$788 or less
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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 septembre 16, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
dim. 10/262:45 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
ven. 11/74:30 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$781
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/216:00 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/181:10 pmPVG - DTW
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$942
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mar. 10/216:00 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
ven. 11/71:10 pmPVG - DTW
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$954
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mer. 10/156:05 amDTW - PVG
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/111:10 pmPVG - DTW
3 stops34h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,007
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mer. 10/156:05 amDTW - PVG
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
dim. 10/269:55 amPVG - DTW
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,009
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mer. 10/299:16 amDTW - PEK
2 stops36h 24mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/41:30 amPEK - DTW
2 stops41h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,010
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mer. 10/296:00 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
mer. 11/58:50 amPVG - DTW
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,033
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dim. 10/269:16 amDTW - SHA
2 stops24h 24mMultiple Airlines
ven. 11/74:30 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,042
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mar. 11/46:00 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 11/202:10 pmSHA - DTW
3 stops33h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,055
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dim. 11/1612:16 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops34h 59mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 12/119:45 pmSHA - DTW
3 stops44h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,064
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mer. 10/156:05 amDTW - PEK
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
mer. 10/223:30 pmPEK - DTW
3 stops35h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,071
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mar. 10/149:16 amDTW - NKG
2 stops42h 09mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/214:30 pmNKG - DTW
2 stops32h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,076

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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 septembre 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitNanjing

DTW - NKG

DTWNKG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 10/14

9:16 am-3:25 pm

2 stops42h 09m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

mar. 10/21

4:30 pm-1:26 pm

2 stops32h 56m

$1,076

DetroitChengdu

DTW - CTU

DTWCTU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 10/14

6:00 pm-11:15 am

2 stops29h 15m

Chengdu

mar. 10/21

2:30 pm-1:26 pm

2 stops34h 56m

$1,094

DetroitWuhan

DTW - WUH

DTWWUH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mer. 11/26

12:16 pm-9:40 am

2 stops32h 24m

Wuhan

mer. 12/10

2:00 pm-10:40 am

3 stops33h 40m

$1,102

DetroitWuhan

DTW - WUH

DTWWUH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mer. 11/26

12:16 pm-9:40 am

2 stops32h 24m

Wuhan

mer. 12/17

2:00 pm-5:30 am

2 stops28h 30m

$1,103

DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mer. 10/15

6:05 am-3:45 pm

3 stops45h 40m

Beijing Capital

mer. 10/22

3:30 pm-2:57 pm

3 stops35h 27m

$1,108

DetroitQingdao

DTW - TAO

DTWTAO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven. 10/17

9:20 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops52h 25m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

ven. 10/31

2:55 pm-6:00 am

2 stops27h 05m

$1,111

DetroitWuhan

DTW - WUH

DTWWUH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 9/29

8:46 am-10:40 am

2 stops37h 54m

Wuhan

lun. 11/3

7:30 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops36h 25m

$1,114

DetroitChongqing

DTW - CKG

DTWCKG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 10/14

8:30 am-2:10 pm

2 stops41h 40m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

mar. 10/21

8:35 pm-10:58 pm

2 stops38h 23m

$1,116

DetroitQingdao

DTW - TAO

DTWTAO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ven. 10/17

8:30 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 50m

Qingdao Jiaodong Intl

mar. 12/23

9:05 pm-7:41 pm

2 stops35h 36m

$1,129

DetroitGuangzhou

DTW - CAN

DTWCAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 10/14

8:30 am-12:50 am

2 stops28h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

mar. 10/21

1:00 pm-10:58 pm

2 stops45h 58m

$1,139

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to China (average of $1,076). Flying from Detroit to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 septembre 16, 2025.

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 septembre 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta 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
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
China Eastern
7.2
Good
166 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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?

    China Eastern, Cathay Pacific, and Delta can get you from Detroit to China in just under 16h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21h 39m. 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 China Eastern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $633. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to China (average of $1,076). Flying from Detroit to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 septembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$700Average$1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,002Average$1,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,005Average$1,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China EasternCheapest$1,141Average$1,407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,219Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
China SouthernCheapest$1,721Average$1,847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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