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$469+ 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 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DTW
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Detroit

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 December 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/172:20 amPVG - DTW
2 stops46h 14mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/166:15 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,162
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/185:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops19h 03mAir Canada
Fri 1/166:15 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops32h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$1,259
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Sat 12/205:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops37h 00mAir Canada
Sat 1/176:15 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops32h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 12/15$1,298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/166:25 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop17h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/315:07 amDTW - PVG
1 stop22h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,353
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,460
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/1811:05 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Fri 1/168:05 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,551
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/165:35 pmPVG - DTW
3 stops38h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/316:15 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$1,577
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/2012:00 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop38h 55mLufthansa
Sat 1/172:07 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops26h 58mLufthansa
Deal found 12/16$1,590

Find 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 December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,077
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$469
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,324
From Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($339 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($68 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Shanghai

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/19

10:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/10

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,166

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/14

10:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/14

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,166

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/19

10:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/11

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,166

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/13

9:55 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/10

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,166

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/13

9:55 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/12

9:05 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 25m

$1,166

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 1/16

5:35 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops37h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

6:15 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops57h 45m

$1,227

ShanghaiDetroit

SHA - DTW

SHADTW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 2/6

2:50 pm-5:12 am

2 stops27h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/13

6:14 pm-10:10 am

2 stops26h 56m

$1,229

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/15

11:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/14

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,232

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/29

11:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/2

8:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,232

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 1/16

11:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/14

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,232

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

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 December 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 36% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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 December 18, 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.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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 is 1 flight 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 and Cathay Pacific fly from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in about 43h 41m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 19m. The distance between Shanghai and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 7122 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 $1,090 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.

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Top airline flying from Shanghai to Detroit

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