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$465+ 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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SHA
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
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 27, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/1510:15 am
DTW
-
PVG
Nonstop16h 05m
Delta
Fri 2/205:30 pm
PVG
-
DTW
Nonstop13h 35m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$869
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/158:38 am
DTW
-
PVG
1 stop20h 22m
Delta
Fri 2/275:30 pm
PVG
-
DTW
Nonstop13h 35m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$873
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/157:28 am
DTW
-
PVG
2 stops22h 27m
United Airlines
Fri 2/201:30 pm
PVG
-
DTW
1 stop20h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$883
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/1510:15 am
DTW
-
PVG
Nonstop16h 05m
Delta
Sat 2/288:15 pm
PVG
-
DTW
1 stop30h 03m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$884
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/156:00 am
DTW
-
PVG
2 stops23h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 2/288:55 pm
PVG
-
DTW
2 stops39h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$900
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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
Wed 2/2510:10 am
PVG
-
DTW
1 stop45h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/25$913
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/129:05 pm
DTW
-
PVG
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 3/1911:05 pm
PVG
-
DTW
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/26$930
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/68:05 pm
DTW
-
PEK
1 stop31h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 3/1212:50 am
PEK
-
DTW
1 stop30h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/27$943
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Mon 3/28:05 pm
DTW
-
PVG
1 stop23h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/2311:05 pm
PVG
-
DTW
1 stop32h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/25$946
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 3/106:14 pm
DTW
-
SHA
2 stops30h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1710:10 am
SHA
-
DTW
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$990
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/288:05 pm
DTW
-
PEK
1 stop31h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 3/612:50 am
PEK
-
DTW
1 stop30h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/26$996
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/26:15 pm
DTW
-
PEK
2 stops53h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/288:25 am
PEK
-
DTW
2 stops33h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$1,012

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 27, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$869
(Delta)

One-way from

$465
(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 27, 2026.
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 - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/15

8:38 am-6:00 pm

1 stop20h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/20

5:30 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop13h 35m

$873

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/15

5:20 am-6:00 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 2/27

5:30 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop13h 35m

$878

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/15

10:15 am-3:20 pm

Nonstop16h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/28

8:15 pm-1:18 pm

1 stop30h 03m

$884

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/15

7:28 am-6:55 pm

2 stops22h 27m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/28

8:55 pm-10:09 pm

2 stops38h 14m

$900

DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/6

8:05 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop31h 10m

Beijing Capital

Thu 3/12

12:50 am-7:10 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$975

DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/12

9:05 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop31h 10m

Beijing Capital

Wed 3/18

12:50 am-7:10 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$975

DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/28

8:05 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop31h 10m

Beijing Capital

Wed 3/4

12:50 am-6:10 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$996

DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/2

6:15 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops53h 00m

Beijing Capital

Sat 2/28

8:25 am-4:54 am

2 stops33h 29m

$1,012

DetroitGuangzhou

DTW - CAN

DTWCAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/7

8:50 pm-7:20 am

1 stop22h 30m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 4/21

8:50 am-6:45 pm

1 stop45h 55m

$1,020

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/22

7:16 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops34h 34m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/13

7:20 am-9:20 pm

2 stops26h 00m

$1,022

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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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China

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 January 27, 2026.

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.

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 27, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown ANA, Delta, and Cathay Pacific 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.
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,078 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,078 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,078 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
Delta
7.9
Good
8,124 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,078 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,147 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,078 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,209 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,078 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
China Eastern
7.2
Good
191 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,078 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!

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.

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

    For as low as $873, Delta can have you in China from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 20h 22m. 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 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 - Beijing Capital.

  • 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 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 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$633Average$1,663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$924Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
China EasternCheapest$937Average$1,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,024Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,150Average$1,225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ANACheapest$1,160Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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