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$534+ 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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DTW
May 19 — May 261
Mon 5/19
Mon 5/26
1 adult, Economy
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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 May 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,118
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$534
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,067
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 May 14, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 10/233:55 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops40h 31mAir Canada
Sun 1/182:15 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops36h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 5/13$1,118
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/310:10 amPVG - DTW
2 stops43h 08mSWISS
Thu 7/172:10 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops29h 30mSWISS
Deal found 5/13$1,143
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2111:35 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops34h 47mLufthansa
Mon 1/266:00 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops33h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 5/13$1,151
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/129:30 amPVG - DTW
2 stops47h 09mAustrian Airlines
Tue 9/22:10 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops27h 50mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,154
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/310:10 amPVG - DTW
2 stops43h 08mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/174:00 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,168
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Wed 6/115:00 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop19h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/187:00 amDTW - PVG
1 stop19h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,285
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Thu 10/2310:25 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop32h 40mTurkish Airlines
Thu 1/228:05 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,328
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/241:40 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops20h 51mKorean Air
Thu 1/2211:05 amDTW - PVG
1 stop20h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 5/13$1,332
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sun 6/1512:35 amPVG - DTW
2 stops33h 42mQatar Airways
Fri 6/2710:02 amDTW - PVG
2 stops42h 18mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/13$1,437
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 6/158:55 amSHA - DTW
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/277:42 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops26h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,494
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Wed 10/223:45 pmPVG - DTW
Nonstop13h 40mDelta
Thu 1/228:25 amDTW - PVG
1 stop19h 30mDelta
Deal found 5/13$1,678
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Tue 10/2112:10 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops20h 16mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/187:33 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop34h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,684

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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 May 14, 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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Detroit

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ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/23

3:55 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops42h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/21

11:30 am-4:00 pm

2 stops39h 30m

$1,118

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/3

10:10 am-5:18 pm

2 stops43h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/17

2:10 pm-7:40 am

2 stops29h 30m

$1,143

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/21

11:35 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops34h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/26

6:00 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops33h 50m

$1,151

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 6/12

9:30 am-8:39 pm

2 stops47h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/2

2:10 pm-6:00 am

2 stops27h 50m

$1,154

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 7/3

10:10 am-5:18 pm

2 stops43h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/17

4:00 pm-9:15 am

1 stop29h 15m

$1,168

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 6/11

5:00 pm-12:22 am

1 stop19h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/18

7:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$1,285

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/23

10:25 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/23

8:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,328

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/24

1:40 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops20h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/22

11:05 am-8:25 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$1,332

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/15

12:35 am-10:17 pm

2 stops33h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/27

10:02 am-4:20 pm

2 stops42h 18m

$1,437

ShanghaiDetroit

SHA - DTW

SHADTW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 6/15

8:55 am-5:40 am

3 stops32h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/27

7:42 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 18m

$1,494

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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 PVG 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 May 14, 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 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Shanghai to Detroit. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 14, 2025.

The most flights from CN2 to DTW are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

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 May 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Korean Air, Japan Airlines and ANA from Shanghai to Detroit to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,471 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
ANA
8.3
Very good
864 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,229 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,073 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

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 Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,118 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and Lufthansa, starting at $1,143 and $1,151 round-trip. Air Canada is 34% 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 Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $695. Turkish Airlines flights start at $726 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $749 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is $453. On average you can expect to pay $1,429. The most popular route, (Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $1,154.

  • 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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