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$551+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Shanghai, China

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 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SHA
may. 6 — may. 131
mar. 5/6
mar. 5/13
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 mayo 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,145
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$551
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,831
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on mayo 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/289:10 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
mié. 11/510:50 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop32h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,119
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
dom. 5/186:28 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop34h 47mMultiple Airlines
mar. 5/273:10 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops38h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,145
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/234:20 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops33h 45mAir Canada
dom. 11/25:50 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops39h 21mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$1,150
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
lun. 10/207:40 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops34h 05mUnited Airlines
jue. 11/201:30 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop18h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,156
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/2010:11 amDTW - PVG
2 stops45h 34mJapan Airlines
jue. 9/410:00 amPVG - DTW
2 stops23h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,208
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
dom. 9/78:00 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop30h 50mAmerican Airlines
vie. 9/265:00 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop32h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,223
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lun. 10/136:00 amDTW - PVG
2 stops30h 35mANA
dom. 10/262:30 amPVG - DTW
2 stops28h 21mANA
Deal found 4/30$1,232
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/3011:03 amDTW - PVG
2 stops36h 02mCathay Pacific
mié. 5/78:35 amPVG - DTW
2 stops24h 36mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/29$1,240
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
lun. 10/136:00 amDTW - SHA
2 stops42h 15mANA
lun. 10/271:40 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops41h 11mANA
Deal found 4/29$1,284
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/88:35 amDTW - PVG
1 stop20h 40mChina Eastern
mié. 5/211:10 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop22h 08mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/30$1,293
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
lun. 5/57:00 amDTW - PVG
2 stops39h 50mChina Airlines
dom. 5/1812:05 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops29h 09mChina Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,329
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/125:13 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops30h 52mEVA Air
lun. 6/161:10 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops27h 53mEVA Air
Deal found 4/28$1,348

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Shanghai 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 mayo 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Shanghai

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DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 5/18

6:28 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop34h 47m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 5/27

3:10 pm-5:23 pm

2 stops38h 13m

$1,145

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 5/8

2:05 pm-12:35 am

2 stops22h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 5/20

1:35 am-6:58 pm

2 stops29h 23m

$1,253

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 5/8

8:35 am-5:15 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 5/21

1:10 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop22h 08m

$1,293

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 5/5

7:00 am-10:50 am

2 stops39h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 5/18

12:05 pm-5:14 am

2 stops29h 09m

$1,329

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 5/12

5:13 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops30h 52m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 6/16

1:10 pm-5:03 am

2 stops27h 53m

$1,348

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 5/6

11:17 am-12:10 pm

2 stops36h 53m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 5/18

1:25 pm-9:11 pm

2 stops43h 46m

$1,357

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 5/12

6:28 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops34h 32m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 6/16

4:50 pm-4:52 am

2 stops24h 02m

$1,367

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 6/1

6:09 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops31h 56m

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 6/6

3:55 pm-3:33 pm

2 stops35h 38m

$1,386

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 5/17

4:01 pm-7:55 am

2 stops27h 54m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 5/26

11:00 am-9:22 pm

2 stops46h 22m

$1,530

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 6/11

9:05 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops28h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 7/8

10:00 am-10:46 pm

2 stops24h 46m

$1,565

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Shanghai

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Shanghai?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Shanghai (average of $1,167). Flying from Detroit to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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 DTT to PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated mayo 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Detroit to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 43% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated mayo 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines from Detroit to Shanghai to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,069 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
732 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Detroit All airports (DTT) if they book a flight from Detroit to Shanghai. On average, All airports has 0 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 4 airlines. Detroit All airports is conveniently located just 0.6 mi from Detroit’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to Shanghai round-trip?

    Flying on ANA is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $1,253. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Eastern and China Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,293 and $1,329, respectively. ANA is 23% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to Shanghai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Japan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $613. ANA flights start at $689 while deals on American Airlines start at $696 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Shanghai?

    While on average a flight from Detroit to Shanghai is generally $2,131, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $633. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), you can expect to pay $1,119 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Shanghai 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 to Shanghai?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Shanghai (average of $1,167). Flying from Detroit to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,765). 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 Shanghai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Shanghai. 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 mayo 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$418Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$948Average$1,750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$966Average$985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
China EasternCheapest$1,631Average$1,990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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