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$420+ 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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SHA
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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 août 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$875
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$420
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$2,051
From Detroit (DTT) to Shanghai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($141 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 août 2, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
dim. 9/142:29 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops32h 31mMultiple Airlines
dim. 9/216:10 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$875
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
dim. 9/142:29 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops35h 21mMultiple Airlines
dim. 9/213:10 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops33h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$921
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
mar. 10/219:00 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
mar. 11/1811:05 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/31$1,077
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/26:18 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops29h 47mCathay Pacific
mer. 11/121:35 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops41h 28mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/1$1,118
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/26:18 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops35h 32mCathay Pacific
mer. 11/128:40 amPVG - DTW
2 stops22h 23mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/1$1,118
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 9/34:20 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops31h 55mANA
mar. 11/111:40 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops36h 31mANA
Deal found 8/1$1,345
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 8/3112:40 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops40h 25mKorean Air
mer. 11/126:25 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops31h 37mKorean Air
Deal found 8/1$1,421

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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 août 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Shanghai

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dim. 9/14

2:29 pm-11:00 am

2 stops32h 31m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dim. 9/21

6:10 pm-6:00 am

2 stops23h 50m

$875

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dim. 9/14

2:29 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops35h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dim. 9/21

3:10 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops33h 46m

$921

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 10/21

9:00 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 11/18

11:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,077

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 9/2

6:18 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops29h 47m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mer. 11/12

1:35 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops41h 28m

$1,118

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 9/2

6:18 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops39h 52m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 10/13

7:05 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops38h 45m

$1,118

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mer. 9/3

4:20 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 11/11

1:40 pm-1:11 pm

2 stops36h 31m

$1,345

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dim. 8/31

12:40 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops40h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dim. 11/9

6:25 pm-6:48 pm

2 stops37h 23m

$1,421

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 9/9

9:10 am-1:50 pm

2 stops40h 40m

$420

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 9/9

9:10 am-2:25 pm

2 stops41h 15m

$486

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 8/12

6:18 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops38h 37m

$614

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Shanghai

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Shanghai (average of $1,120). Flying from Detroit to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 SHA?

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 août 2, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit to Shanghai in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 July 27, 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. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to Shanghai?

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 août 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with EVA Air, ANA, and Cathay Pacific from Detroit to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
951 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,935 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

TPE - SEA

The flight and crew were exceptional as always when I fly with EVA.

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 1 outbound flight 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 Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $1,077. Another option worth looking into is Cathay Pacific, starting at $1,118 round trip. Turkish Airlines 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 Detroit to Shanghai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Cathay Pacific, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $614. ANA flights start at $706 while deals on EVA Air start at $775 one-way.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Shanghai (average of $1,120). Flying from Detroit to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 août 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$748Average$1,723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$966Average$1,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,003Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
China EasternCheapest$1,278Average$1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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