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$474+ 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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SHA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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$1,044
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$474
(Kiwi.com)

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$1,786 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,098 or less
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 9/37:03 amDTW - PVG
2 stops26h 42mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/242:55 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops40h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,044
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 9/239:00 pmDTW - PEK
1 stop30h 35mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/812:10 amPEK - DTW
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,069
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 10/289:05 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/510:50 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop32h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,119
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 9/238:32 amDTW - PEK
2 stops27h 18mChina Eastern
Wed 10/87:00 amPEK - DTW
2 stops27h 13mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/9$1,129
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/288:25 amDTW - SZX
2 stops45h 05mChina Eastern
Thu 10/167:15 amSZX - DTW
2 stops26h 58mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/10$1,129
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/288:25 amDTW - CAN
2 stops28h 25mChina Eastern
Wed 10/151:00 pmCAN - DTW
2 stops45h 13mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/10$1,129
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/179:55 amDTW - PVG
2 stops40h 10mAir Canada
Thu 10/23:55 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops40h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$1,132
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/24:51 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops29h 59mChina Airlines
Thu 9/257:50 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops21h 15mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,136
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/612:16 pmDTW - CAN
2 stops36h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/278:40 pmCAN - DTW
2 stops39h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,136
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/288:35 amDTW - SZX
3 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/167:15 amSZX - DTW
2 stops24h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,180
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/16:30 amDTW - SZX
2 stops46h 15mChina Airlines
Sun 9/76:05 pmSZX - DTW
2 stops23h 00mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,181
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/145:12 pmDTW - CAN
2 stops35h 03mChina Airlines
Mon 10/275:30 pmCAN - DTW
2 stops34h 41mChina Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,206

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China that are best for you.

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China

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DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

7:03 am-9:45 pm

2 stops26h 42m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/24

2:55 pm-7:17 pm

2 stops40h 22m

$1,044

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/28

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/5

10:50 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 20m

$1,119

DetroitShenzhen

DTW - SZX

DTWSZX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/28

8:25 am-5:30 pm

2 stops45h 05m

Shenzhen

Thu 10/16

7:15 am-10:13 pm

2 stops26h 58m

$1,129

DetroitGuangzhou

DTW - CAN

DTWCAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/28

8:25 am-12:50 am

2 stops28h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 10/15

1:00 pm-10:13 pm

2 stops45h 13m

$1,129

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/17

9:55 am-2:05 pm

2 stops40h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/2

3:55 pm-8:26 pm

2 stops40h 31m

$1,132

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/2

4:51 pm-10:50 am

2 stops29h 59m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/25

7:50 pm-5:05 am

2 stops21h 15m

$1,136

DetroitShenzhen

DTW - SZX

DTWSZX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/28

8:35 am-2:20 pm

3 stops41h 45m

Shenzhen

Thu 10/16

7:15 am-7:17 pm

2 stops24h 02m

$1,180

DetroitShenzhen

DTW - SZX

DTWSZX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/1

6:30 am-4:45 pm

2 stops46h 15m

Shenzhen

Sun 9/7

6:05 pm-5:05 am

2 stops23h 00m

$1,181

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/17

2:10 pm-12:35 am

2 stops22h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/1

1:35 am-1:12 pm

2 stops23h 37m

$1,251

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/10

8:25 am-5:15 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/17

1:10 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop21h 03m

$1,294

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China (average of $1,125). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 1.2 - 10.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.2 in. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Detroit to China. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,489 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
738 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
ANA
8.3
Very good
882 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.

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?

    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.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Canada, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $619. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and ANA, 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?

    The most popular flight routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China are Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Pu Dong and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Guangzhou Baiyun.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China (average of $1,125). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,718). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$749Average$1,719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$966Average$1,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,002Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
China EasternCheapest$1,141Average$1,552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$1,721Average$1,847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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