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$392+ 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 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SHA
Nov 28 — Dec 51
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/254:54 pmDTW - PEK
3 stops32h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/23:30 pmPEK - DTW
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$820
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Tue 11/254:54 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops28h 31mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/212:45 pmSHA - DTW
3 stops34h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$907
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Tue 11/254:54 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops29h 06mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/212:25 pmPVG - DTW
3 stops34h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$907
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Wed 11/124:10 pmDTW - PEK
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/23:35 pmPEK - DTW
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$915
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/267:12 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops30h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/38:25 amPVG - DTW
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$922
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Thu 11/278:05 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop23h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sat 12/610:10 amPVG - DTW
1 stop45h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/28$931
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Wed 12/38:05 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/2210:10 amPVG - DTW
1 stop45h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/27$954
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Tue 11/114:10 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/152:20 amPVG - DTW
3 stops34h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$969
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/106:45 amDTW - SHA
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/810:30 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$970
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/286:02 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops34h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/127:05 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops37h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$970
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Sat 11/158:05 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop23h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sat 11/2210:10 amPVG - DTW
1 stop45h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/28$972
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/56:45 amDTW - PVG
2 stops41h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/127:10 amPVG - DTW
2 stops24h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$973

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 October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$820
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$392
(Kiwi.com)

Good round-trip deal

$1,253 or less

Good one-way deal

$782 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.

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Detroit

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China

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

6:45 am-12:20 pm

2 stops40h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/8

10:30 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$970

DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/18

8:02 am-12:55 am

2 stops27h 53m

Beijing Capital

Wed 12/10

7:30 am-7:26 pm

2 stops24h 56m

$1,020

DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/25

9:18 am-10:45 am

2 stops36h 27m

Beijing Capital

Tue 12/2

1:45 pm-5:30 am

2 stops28h 45m

$1,026

DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/7

9:15 am-9:45 am

2 stops35h 30m

Beijing Capital

Mon 12/22

10:50 am-5:30 am

2 stops31h 40m

$1,038

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/11

8:02 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 18m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/23

10:30 pm-6:06 pm

2 stops32h 36m

$1,045

DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/14

5:33 am-12:55 am

2 stops30h 22m

Beijing Capital

Sun 11/23

3:25 am-6:06 pm

2 stops27h 41m

$1,070

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/2

9:40 am-12:20 pm

2 stops37h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/8

1:35 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops41h 40m

$1,075

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/3

3:49 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops31h 31m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 12/14

10:30 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$1,075

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/2

9:40 am-12:20 pm

2 stops37h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/9

4:35 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops38h 40m

$1,075

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/3

9:43 am-3:20 pm

2 stops40h 37m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/8

1:35 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops41h 40m

$1,075

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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 $1,456). 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 October 29, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% 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 October 29, 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.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

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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 $1,253, Cathay Pacific can have you in China from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 16h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7117 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $1,456). 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$685Average$1,633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,004Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,005Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
China EasternCheapest$1,141Average$1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,219Average$1,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
China SouthernCheapest$1,659Average$1,845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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