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$481+ 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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DTW
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
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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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,013
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$482
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,044
From Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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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 July 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/2511:10 amPVG - DTW
2 stops30h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/81:38 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops34h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,013
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 11/135:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops41h 40mAir Canada
Sat 5/29:30 amDTW - PVG
2 stops40h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1$1,041
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 11/1212:10 amPVG - DTW
2 stops35h 05mLufthansa
Sat 5/24:00 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop29h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 7/1$1,223
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/154:50 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops25h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/221:48 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops32h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,445
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/251:35 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops42h 51mANA
Mon 9/84:20 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops31h 55mANA
Deal found 6/30$1,475
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/161:35 amPVG - DTW
2 stops25h 56mANA
Thu 7/314:20 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops20h 15mANA
Deal found 7/1$1,659
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/3012:35 amPVG - DTW
2 stops35h 24mQatar Airways
Tue 7/811:25 amDTW - PVG
2 stops40h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/30$1,753
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 8/51:10 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop21h 52mChina Eastern
Sat 8/308:26 amDTW - PVG
1 stop20h 49mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/1$1,784
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/1611:15 amPVG - DTW
1 stop40h 25mKLM
Sat 8/2310:35 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop22h 50mKLM
Deal found 7/1$1,807
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/179:30 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop33h 35mAir France
Thu 7/319:20 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops24h 05mAir France
Deal found 7/1$1,831
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/253:45 pmPVG - DTW
Nonstop14h 00mDelta
Mon 9/88:30 amDTW - PVG
1 stop18h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/30$1,840
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/256:25 pmSHA - DTW
1 stop28h 05mKorean Air
Mon 9/812:30 pmDTW - SHA
1 stop40h 35mKorean Air
Deal found 6/30$1,924

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 July 1, 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

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Depart

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ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/25

11:10 am-5:58 am

2 stops30h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/8

1:38 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops34h 47m

$1,013

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/13

5:35 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops41h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/2

9:30 am-2:05 pm

2 stops40h 35m

$1,041

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/12

12:10 am-10:15 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/2

4:00 pm-9:15 am

1 stop29h 15m

$1,223

ShanghaiDetroit

SHA - DTW

SHADTW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 8/15

4:50 pm-5:58 am

2 stops25h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/22

1:48 pm-10:20 am

2 stops32h 32m

$1,445

ShanghaiDetroit

SHA - DTW

SHADTW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/25

1:35 pm-8:26 pm

2 stops42h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/8

4:20 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops31h 55m

$1,475

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 7/16

1:35 am-3:31 pm

2 stops25h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/31

4:20 pm-12:35 am

2 stops20h 15m

$1,659

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/5

1:10 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop21h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/30

8:26 am-5:15 pm

1 stop20h 49m

$1,784

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/17

12:35 am-9:55 pm

2 stops33h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/30

4:00 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops36h 20m

$1,802

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/16

11:15 am-3:40 pm

1 stop40h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/23

10:35 pm-9:25 am

1 stop22h 50m

$1,807

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/17

9:30 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop33h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/31

9:20 pm-9:25 am

2 stops24h 05m

$1,831

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 July 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, 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 July 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with ANA, Korean Air, and Japan Airlines 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.
ANA
8.4
Very good
892 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

GLEnn,May 2025

HNL - NRT

More toilets for Business Class. Otherwise usual excellent services and accommodations
ANA
8.4
Very good
892 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
892 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

GLEnn,May 2025

HNL - NRT

More toilets for Business Class. Otherwise usual excellent services and accommodations
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,101 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
892 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

GLEnn,May 2025

HNL - NRT

More toilets for Business Class. Otherwise usual excellent services and accommodations
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,505 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
892 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

GLEnn,May 2025

HNL - NRT

More toilets for Business Class. Otherwise usual excellent services and accommodations
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
892 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

GLEnn,May 2025

HNL - NRT

More toilets for Business Class. Otherwise usual excellent services and accommodations
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,654 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
892 reviews

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

GLEnn,May 2025

HNL - NRT

More toilets for Business Class. Otherwise usual excellent services and accommodations

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is SWISS. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,171 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and ANA, starting at $1,227 and $1,475 round-trip. SWISS is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Korean Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $955. ANA flights start at $997 while deals on Japan Airlines start at $998 one-way.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 July 1, 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$1,093Average$1,636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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