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$429+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Pu Dong, China (PVG)

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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — PVG
Aug 18 — Aug 251
Mon 8/18
Mon 8/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Shanghai Pu Dong are usually found in March or April, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Pu Dong

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Pu Dong (PVG). 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 August 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$938
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$429
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,936

Good round-trip deal

$1,360 or less

Good one-way deal

$825 or less
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Shanghai Pu Dong
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($50 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Pu Dong
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Pu Dong. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 13, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/262:29 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops35h 21mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/311:55 amPVG - DTW
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$938
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/281:07 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops34h 33mCathay Pacific
Wed 11/58:40 amPVG - DTW
2 stops22h 23mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/10$956
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Wed 9/177:00 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/244:00 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops32h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/9$1,017
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Tue 9/29:20 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/158:35 amPVG - DTW
2 stops21h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/10$1,030
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/25:30 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1312:20 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,032
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/11:48 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops35h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/146:55 amPVG - DTW
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,035
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/92:30 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/153:45 pmPVG - DTW
3 stops42h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$1,046
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/81:07 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops35h 03mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/158:35 amPVG - DTW
2 stops25h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/9$1,048
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/81:07 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops35h 03mCathay Pacific
Thu 11/207:10 amPVG - DTW
2 stops23h 53mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/10$1,050
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/38:40 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/111:10 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop22h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,053
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 10/231:07 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops39h 18mCathay Pacific
Mon 11/178:40 amPVG - DTW
2 stops22h 23mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/10$1,057

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Pu Dong 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 August 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Pu Dong

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/25

2:29 pm-9:55 am

2 stops31h 26m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/2

4:20 pm-6:00 am

2 stops25h 40m

$1,046

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/3

3:50 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops35h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/20

9:30 am-10:52 pm

2 stops26h 22m

$1,050

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/8

1:07 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops36h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/15

8:35 am-9:50 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$1,050

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/23

1:07 pm-11:05 am

2 stops33h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/2

7:00 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops36h 03m

$1,050

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/21

1:07 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops35h 03m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/18

7:10 am-10:55 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$1,050

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

12:24 pm-11:05 am

2 stops34h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/23

7:20 am-9:48 pm

2 stops26h 28m

$1,065

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/10

12:24 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops36h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/17

8:35 am-9:48 pm

2 stops25h 13m

$1,065

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/3

8:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/20

11:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,077

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/9

12:39 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops41h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/15

12:20 pm-9:48 pm

2 stops45h 28m

$1,080

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/16

1:07 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops43h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/30

5:30 pm-7:44 pm

2 stops38h 14m

$1,082

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Pu Dong. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 16 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (average of $1,138). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,623). 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 PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Pu Dong. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 13, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 37% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Pu Dong. 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 August 13, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to PVG 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).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Pu Dong

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pu Dong. 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 Pu Dong. Reviews last updated August 13, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, such as Delta, Turkish Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,942 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
China Eastern
7.2
Good
159 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Pu Dong. 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 Shanghai Pu Dong?

    If you book a flight to Shanghai Pu Dong from Detroit, you will be flying from 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Shanghai Pu Dong per day from 4 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $956, Cathay Pacific will fly you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Cathay Pacific is 43% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport? While on average our users pay $1,270, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $795. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Pu Dong), is priced around $1,046.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Pu Dong?

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (average of $1,138). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,623). 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 4 airlines flying from Detroit to Pu Dong

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Pu Dong. 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 August 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$730Average$1,759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$966Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,004Average$1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
China EasternCheapest$1,278Average$1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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