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$500+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to China

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DTW — SHA
Oct 29 — Nov 51
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DTW - SHA
Oct 29 - Nov 5

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This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/298:25 amDTW - CAN
2 stops27h 45mChina Eastern
Mon 11/48:10 pmCAN - DTW
2 stops36h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/23$1,027
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Mon 11/44:36 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop36h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/182:20 amPVG - DTW
2 stops29h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/23$1,121
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/188:10 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 11/2511:00 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop32h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/22$1,152
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/154:21 pmDTW - PEK
1 stop34h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/231:20 pmPEK - DTW
1 stop39h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/23$1,207
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Mon 11/46:45 amDTW - PVG
2 stops42h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 11/1911:45 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops33h 07mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/23$1,231
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
Mon 11/44:36 pmDTW - CAN
2 stops29h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/118:10 pmCAN - DTW
2 stops35h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/24$1,255
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/286:58 amDTW - PVG
2 stops24h 42mJapan Airlines
Tue 11/126:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops38h 17mJapan Airlines
Deal found 10/23$1,266
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Mon 10/288:35 amDTW - PVG
1 stop20h 20mDelta
Tue 11/125:30 pmPVG - DTW
Nonstop13h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/23$1,327
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Thu 10/247:30 amDTW - PVG
1 stop19h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/61:30 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops46h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/23$1,332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/75:00 amDTW - PVG
1 stop22h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/46:10 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop19h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/23$1,344
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Wed 11/208:17 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop32h 28mChina Eastern
Thu 11/281:10 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop19h 23mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/22$1,357
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/812:40 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops31h 30mBritish Airways
Tue 11/1910:55 amPVG - DTW
2 stops47h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/24$1,384

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyShanghai Pu Dong

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/22

1 stop32h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/5

1 stop32h 15m

$1,027

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyShanghai Pu Dong

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/4

1 stop36h 09m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/18

2 stops29h 34m

$1,121

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyShanghai Pu Dong

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/4

2 stops42h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/19

2 stops33h 07m

$1,231

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyShanghai Pu Dong

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/29

2 stops22h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/26

2 stops35h 41m

$1,308

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyShanghai Pu Dong

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/24

Nonstop16h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/13

Nonstop13h 50m

$1,330

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyShanghai Pu Dong

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/20

2 stops23h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/13

2 stops28h 54m

$1,335

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyShanghai Pu Dong

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/7

1 stop22h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 12/4

1 stop19h 10m

$1,344

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyShanghai Pu Dong

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/20

1 stop32h 28m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/28

1 stop19h 23m

$1,357

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyShanghai Pu Dong

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/8

2 stops31h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/21

2 stops43h 35m

$1,384

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyShanghai Pu Dong

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/22

2 stops21h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/2

2 stops27h 20m

$1,406

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyShanghai Hongqiao Intl

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/22

2 stops39h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/3

2 stops40h 55m

$1,475

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyShanghai Hongqiao Intl

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/22

1 stop40h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/3

1 stop27h 15m

$1,541

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Deals found on 10/23

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to China

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to China

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Detroit to China including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China (average of $1,198). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,816). 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 24, 2024.

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 October 24, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Cathay Pacific, 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.
8.5
Very good
1,043 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

8.5
Very good
1,043 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,043 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

8.4
Very good
831 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,043 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

8.3
Very good
1,446 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,043 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,043 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

8.0
Very good
8,875 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,043 reviews

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Ticket counter agent need to be more patient. Food was not good. It was not good like in the past.. Cabin was too hot.

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.

  • Can I find flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Turkish Airlines for just $1,027, but on average you can expect to pay $1,325.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 1 direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China under $1,400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China is less than $1,330.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China for under $1,100?

    There are currently 16+ open flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Japan Airlines 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?

  • What does DTW to SHA mean?

    This is defined as Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (SHA). Codes like Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN), Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Beijing Capital Airport (PEK), Shenzhen Airport (SZX), Hangzhou Airport (HGH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to China that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Detroit to China flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Detroit to China with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Detroit to China flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to China that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Detroit to China offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Detroit to China?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Detroit to China flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China flight deals updated?

    The Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/24.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China (average of $1,198). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,816). 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 7 airlines flying from Detroit to China

Discover the top 7 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 2,462,889 searches. Data last updated October 24, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$297Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$966Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ANACheapest$988Average$1,870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$1,558Average$2,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$1,596Average$2,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China EasternCheapest$1,607Average$1,905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$1,720Average$2,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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