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.

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai?

Delta, China Eastern and American Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Shanghai?

Most people fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight from Detroit to Shanghai. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 1 outbound flight to Shanghai per day from 5 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.

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.

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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 December 26, 2025.

Fri 12/268:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Sat 1/1011:05 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$1,199

Wed 12/313:32 pmDTW - PVG

2 stops39h 43mCathay Pacific

Thu 1/298:30 amPVG - DTW

2 stops21h 55mCathay Pacific

Deal found 12/23

$1,217

Wed 12/313:32 pmDTW - PVG

2 stops35h 43mCathay Pacific

Fri 1/307:10 amPVG - DTW

2 stops23h 15mCathay Pacific

Deal found 12/23

$1,266

Wed 12/313:32 pmDTW - PVG

2 stops37h 13mCathay Pacific

Sun 2/112:50 pmPVG - DTW

2 stops41h 35mCathay Pacific

Deal found 12/23

$1,291

Wed 12/315:45 amDTW - PVG

2 stops30h 30mANA

Fri 1/302:35 amPVG - DTW

2 stops29h 23mANA

Deal found 12/23

$1,394

Sun 12/288:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Tue 12/302:30 pmPVG - DTW

2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$1,430

Wed 12/319:40 amDTW - PVG

2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/2811:05 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/23

$1,517

Wed 12/319:40 amDTW - PVG

2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/2611:05 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/23

$1,537

Fri 12/267:25 pmDTW - PVG

2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/109:30 amPVG - DTW

2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$1,838

Wed 12/319:40 amDTW - PVG

2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/3111:05 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop32h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/23

$1,958

Wed 12/318:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Thu 1/2911:05 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/23

$1,973

Wed 12/318:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Wed 1/2811:05 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/23

$2,005

Best flights from Detroit to Shanghai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 26, 2025.

Mon 2/168:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop23h 25mTurkish Airlines

Thu 2/2611:05 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$1,019

Tue 2/108:00 amDTW - SHA

2 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines

Mon 3/1610:30 pmSHA - DTW

2 stops38h 07mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$1,046

Wed 4/112:54 pmDTW - SHA

2 stops38h 41mCathay Pacific

Thu 4/301:20 pmSHA - DTW

2 stops43h 41mCathay Pacific

Deal found 12/24

$1,054

Tue 2/109:00 amDTW - SHA

2 stops38h 25mANA

Tue 3/31:40 pmSHA - DTW

2 stops43h 33mANA

Deal found 12/25

$1,167

Wed 2/1111:40 amDTW - SHA

1 stop40h 30mKorean Air

Wed 2/256:25 pmSHA - DTW

1 stop27h 15mKorean Air

Deal found 12/25

$1,224

Wed 2/118:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Sat 3/1410:10 amPVG - DTW

1 stop45h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$1,084

Sun 2/88:00 amDTW - SHA

2 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sun 2/1510:30 pmSHA - DTW

2 stops37h 46mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$1,096

Thu 2/128:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop23h 25mTurkish Airlines

Sat 3/1410:10 amPVG - DTW

1 stop45h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$1,084

Sat 2/148:13 amDTW - PVG

2 stops47h 02mMultiple Airlines

Tue 2/248:30 amPVG - DTW

2 stops25h 38mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$1,096

Wed 2/1111:40 amDTW - SHA

1 stop40h 30mKorean Air

Sun 3/16:25 pmSHA - DTW

1 stop27h 15mKorean Air

Deal found 12/25

$1,224

Tue 2/1011:40 amDTW - SHA

1 stop40h 30mKorean Air

Sun 3/16:25 pmSHA - DTW

1 stop27h 15mKorean Air

Deal found 12/25

$1,224

Tue 2/311:30 amDTW - SHA

2 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines

Tue 2/171:35 pmSHA - DTW

2 stops44h 33mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$1,121

Mon 1/196:15 pmDTW - SHA

2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines

Fri 1/239:20 amSHA - DTW

3 stops32h 52mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$1,139

Mon 2/28:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop23h 25mTurkish Airlines

Wed 2/411:05 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$1,277

Sun 1/258:00 amDTW - PVG

2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines

Sat 2/77:05 pmPVG - DTW

2 stops37h 07mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$1,146

Sat 1/178:00 amDTW - PVG

2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines

Sun 2/228:30 amPVG - DTW

2 stops40h 53mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$1,152

Sun 2/155:22 pmDTW - PVG

2 stops36h 03mMultiple Airlines

Sat 2/281:15 pmPVG - DTW

2 stops40h 11mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$1,328

Thu 2/128:35 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sat 2/2810:15 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop28h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$1,435

Sun 1/118:35 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sun 2/2210:15 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop28h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$1,435

Last-minute flights from Detroit to Shanghai
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Sun 1/118:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Fri 1/2311:05 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$1,018

Wed 1/1411:28 amDTW - PVG

2 stops38h 22mMultiple Airlines

Tue 2/39:35 amPVG - DTW

2 stops32h 37mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$920

Wed 1/148:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Fri 2/611:05 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$975

Thu 1/156:15 pmDTW - PVG

2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 2/42:35 amPVG - DTW

2 stops39h 37mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$1,003

Thu 1/156:15 pmDTW - PVG

2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines

Mon 2/22:35 amPVG - DTW

2 stops39h 37mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$1,028

Fri 1/168:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Tue 2/39:55 amPVG - DTW

1 stop45h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$1,007

Sat 1/178:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Sun 2/2211:05 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$1,010

Sat 1/178:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop23h 25mTurkish Airlines

Fri 2/611:05 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$1,021

Sun 1/188:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop23h 10mTurkish Airlines

Thu 2/511:05 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$1,001

Sun 1/256:15 pmDTW - PVG

2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines

Sat 1/312:35 amPVG - DTW

2 stops39h 37mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$953

Sun 1/256:15 pmDTW - SHA

2 stops53h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sun 2/11:40 pmSHA - DTW

2 stops28h 32mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$976

Sun 1/258:05 pmDTW - PVG

1 stop23h 10mTurkish Airlines

Sun 2/111:05 pmPVG - DTW

1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$992

One-way flights from Detroit to Shanghai
Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 26, 2025.

Sat 1/246:45 amDTW - PVG

2 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/23

$423

Mon 1/266:45 amDTW - PVG

2 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$428

Fri 1/236:20 amDTW - PVG

2 stops46h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/23

$442

Thu 1/226:45 amDTW - PVG

2 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$444

Sun 1/256:45 amDTW - PVG

2 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$446

Tue 1/2011:28 amDTW - PVG

1 stop41h 32mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/23

$451

Wed 12/313:32 pmDTW - SHA

2 stops31h 48mCathay Pacific

Deal found 12/25

$770

Wed 4/13:59 pmDTW - SHA

2 stops35h 36mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$775

Wed 3/257:31 pmDTW - SHA

2 stops28h 49mCathay Pacific

Deal found 12/24

$778

Wed 12/315:49 pmDTW - SHA

3 stops53h 31mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$832

Thu 1/15:30 amDTW - SHA

2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$947

Thu 1/15:49 amDTW - SHA

2 stops41h 36mANA

Deal found 12/25

$1,066

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Average price	$2,460

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DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/16

8:05 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/26

11:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,019

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/10

8:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/16

10:30 pm-12:37 am

2 stops38h 07m

$1,046

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/1

12:54 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops38h 41m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/30

1:20 pm-9:01 pm

2 stops43h 41m

$1,054

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/11

8:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/14

10:10 am-7:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

$1,084

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/12

8:05 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/14

10:10 am-7:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

$1,084

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/8

8:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 2/15

10:30 pm-11:16 pm

2 stops37h 46m

$1,096

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/14

8:13 am-8:15 pm

2 stops47h 02m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/24

8:30 am-9:08 pm

2 stops25h 38m

$1,096

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/3

11:30 am-12:20 pm

2 stops35h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/17

1:35 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops44h 33m

$1,121

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/19

6:15 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops32h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 1/23

9:20 am-5:12 am

3 stops32h 52m

$1,139

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/25

8:00 am-1:30 pm

2 stops40h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/7

7:05 pm-7:12 pm

2 stops37h 07m

$1,146

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

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 24 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai (average of $558). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,443). 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 SHA?

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 45% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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ANA

8.4

Very good

1,044 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

HND - LAX

I always take ANA because of the great service and overall experience.

ANA

8.4

Very good

1,044 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very good

1,044 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

HND - LAX

I always take ANA because of the great service and overall experience.

Delta

7.9

Good

8,012 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very good

1,044 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

HND - LAX

I always take ANA because of the great service and overall experience.

Turkish Airlines

7.3

Good

4,113 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very good

1,044 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

HND - LAX

I always take ANA because of the great service and overall experience.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,061 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very good

1,044 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

HND - LAX

I always take ANA because of the great service and overall experience.

China Eastern

7.2

Good

183 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very good

1,044 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

HND - LAX

I always take ANA because of the great service and overall experience.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Shanghai?
Most people fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight from Detroit to Shanghai. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 1 outbound flight to Shanghai per day from 5 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.
How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai?
Turkish Airlines and Cathay Pacific can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai in just under 23h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 16m. The distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai is about 7117 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai round-trip?
Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $633. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,056 and $1,219, respectively. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai for 62% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai (average of $558). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,443). 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 5 airlines flying from Detroit to Shanghai

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$662	Average$1,650	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$1,056	Average$1,140	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
American Airlines	Cheapest$1,219	Average$1,261	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
ANA	Cheapest$1,232	Average$1,676	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%
China Eastern	Cheapest$1,256	Average$1,410	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%

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