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$405+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SHA
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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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 December 12, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/308:34 amDTW - SZX
3 stops39h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/292:05 pmSZX - DTW
2 stops28h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,326
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:15 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops32h 45mAir Canada
Thu 1/155:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops37h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 12/10$1,339
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:15 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops32h 45mAir Canada
Fri 2/205:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops37h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 12/10$1,551
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:15 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/1511:05 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,573
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:15 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops32h 45mAir Canada
Sun 1/115:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops43h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 12/11$1,583
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:49 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops58h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/2011:05 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,658
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:15 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops32h 45mAir Canada
Wed 1/75:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops43h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 12/11$1,712
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:15 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops32h 45mAir Canada
Mon 1/125:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops43h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 12/11$1,718
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/142:05 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops36h 55mAir Canada
Thu 6/43:55 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops29h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 12/10$1,756
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:15 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops32h 45mAir Canada
Wed 12/315:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops37h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 12/11$1,769
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/159:59 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops47h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/255:30 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,983
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Wed 12/246:15 pmDTW - PEK
2 stops35h 05mAir Canada
Wed 12/318:05 pmPEK - DTW
2 stops34h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 12/10$2,063

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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$882
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$405
(Kiwi.com)

Good round-trip deal

$1,361 or less

Good one-way deal

$868 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-Guangzhou Baiyun flight deals.
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From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to China
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitShenzhen

DTW - SZX

DTWSZX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

5:00 am-12:25 am

3 stops54h 25m

Shenzhen

Mon 1/26

7:30 am-5:12 am

2 stops34h 42m

$882

DetroitGuangzhou

DTW - CAN

DTWCAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/22

6:15 pm-12:10 am

2 stops40h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 1/29

9:00 am-9:02 pm

2 stops25h 02m

$969

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/26

8:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/2

10:30 pm-8:18 pm

2 stops34h 48m

$970

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

12:54 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops36h 36m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/26

7:10 am-9:15 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$970

DetroitChengdu

DTW - CTU

DTWCTU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/25

11:28 am-11:15 am

2 stops34h 47m

Chengdu

Sun 2/1

5:30 pm-5:12 am

2 stops24h 42m

$1,017

DetroitNanjing

DTW - NKG

DTWNKG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops40h 00m

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Wed 3/25

2:15 pm-12:37 am

2 stops46h 22m

$1,020

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/1

8:00 am-12:30 pm

2 stops39h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/25

8:30 am-9:08 pm

2 stops25h 38m

$1,020

DetroitGuangzhou

DTW - CAN

DTWCAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/10

9:05 pm-6:15 am

1 stop21h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 3/31

11:00 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$1,024

DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/11

1:08 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops43h 22m

Beijing Capital

Wed 3/25

7:30 am-9:15 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$1,040

DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

7:31 pm-12:55 am

2 stops41h 24m

Beijing Capital

Mon 3/23

6:35 pm-9:11 pm

2 stops38h 36m

$1,055

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to China

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China (average of $558). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW 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 December 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to China. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Cathay Pacific, and Turkish Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

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

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

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Detroit to China. It is only a 17.3 mi journey to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Detroit’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China?

    For as low as $1,024, Turkish Airlines can have you in China from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 21h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7775 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Japan Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $589. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China (average of $558). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 5 airlines flying from Detroit to China

Discover the top 5 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$669Average$1,636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
China EasternCheapest$937Average$1,522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,004Average$1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,024Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,219Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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