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$400+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DTW
Nov 21 — Nov 281
Fri 11/21
Fri 11/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 22, 2025.

This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2010:10 amPVG - DTW
1 stop45h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sat 1/178:05 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop23h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/22$889
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2110:50 amSHA - DTW
3 stops35h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/289:18 amDTW - SHA
2 stops35h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$921
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1510:10 amPVG - DTW
1 stop45h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/298:05 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/21$1,055
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 10/315:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops36h 00mAir Canada
Tue 3/2411:33 amDTW - PVG
2 stops40h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 10/21$1,128
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 10/295:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops41h 55mAir Canada
Sun 3/225:35 amDTW - PVG
2 stops46h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 10/21$1,158
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/215:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops42h 55mAir Canada
Fri 11/286:15 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops56h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 10/22$1,161
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Thu 10/305:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops36h 01mAir Canada
Tue 3/242:15 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops37h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 10/21$1,177
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Mon 12/2210:10 amPVG - DTW
1 stop45h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 1/18:05 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/20$1,181
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/202:20 amPVG - DTW
2 stops28h 57mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/287:12 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop33h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$1,196
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Sun 12/211:50 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/112:22 pmDTW - SHA
3 stops34h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$1,297
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 12/224:50 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/112:22 pmDTW - SHA
3 stops34h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$1,319
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Thu 10/3010:30 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops33h 14mCathay Pacific
Wed 3/257:43 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops28h 37mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/21$1,373

Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Detroit (DTW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$889
(oojo)

One-way from

$400
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,492
From Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($63 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Detroit 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 October 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Shanghai

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Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiDetroit

SHA - DTW

SHADTW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 11/21

10:50 am-9:46 am

3 stops35h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/28

9:18 am-10:10 am

2 stops35h 52m

$921

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/12

11:05 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/16

9:05 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 25m

$1,077

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/21

5:35 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops42h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/28

6:15 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops56h 45m

$1,161

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/22

10:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/1

8:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,181

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/20

2:20 am-6:17 pm

2 stops28h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/28

3:43 pm-4:00 pm

3 stops35h 17m

$1,207

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/4

9:55 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/23

9:05 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 25m

$1,228

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/4

9:55 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/24

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,228

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/4

9:55 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/25

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,228

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 12/20

11:35 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/17

12:53 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops36h 47m

$1,254

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/12

5:35 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops36h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/16

6:15 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops33h 45m

$1,274

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $736). Flying from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,325). 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 SHA to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 22, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated October 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mary,Oct 2025

AMS - PDX

It's specail being able to fly non-stop from Amsterdam all the way home to Portland, Oregon!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Detroit. 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 into for flights to Detroit from Shanghai?

    If you book a flight to Detroit from Shanghai, you will be flying to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is located 17.3 mi from the center of Detroit. There are 0 flights from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County per day from 1 airline.

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

    Airlines like Turkish Airlines, Air Canada, and Cathay Pacific fly from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in about 32h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 50m. The distance between Shanghai and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 7117 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,093 on this airline. Delta is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Shanghai to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Shanghai to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Detroit 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 Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $736). Flying from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,325). 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 airline flying from Shanghai to Detroit

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Shanghai to Detroit. 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 22, 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$1,093Average$1,612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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