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$480+ Cheap flights from Michigan 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 11/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SHA
nov. 29 — dic. 61
sáb. 11/29
sáb. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to Shanghai
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/274:54 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops39h 11mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/48:25 amPVG - DTW
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$865
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
mié. 11/267:12 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops30h 58mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/38:25 amPVG - DTW
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$922
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
sáb. 11/158:05 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop23h 25mTurkish Airlines
sáb. 11/2210:10 amPVG - DTW
1 stop45h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/30$931
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/274:54 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops28h 46mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/46:10 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$936
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/78:05 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop23h 10mTurkish Airlines
lun. 12/2211:05 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop32h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/28$954
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/106:45 amDTW - SHA
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/810:30 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$970
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/296:02 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops31h 28mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/127:05 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops37h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$970
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/319:40 amDTW - PVG
2 stops38h 50mCathay Pacific
mié. 1/217:05 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops35h 22mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/28$986
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/123:49 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops34h 31mCathay Pacific
mar. 12/94:35 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops38h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/28$1,005
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/307:46 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops40h 09mCathay Pacific
mar. 11/187:05 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops36h 14mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/30$1,005
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/98:05 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop23h 10mTurkish Airlines
mar. 12/99:55 amPVG - DTW
1 stop45h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,007
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/29:40 amDTW - SHA
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/2210:30 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops35h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$1,040

Cheap flight deals from Michigan to Shanghai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to Shanghai flight deals. Data was last updated octubre 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$865
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$480
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,343
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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 octubre 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to Shanghai that are best for you.

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DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 11/10

6:45 am-12:20 pm

2 stops40h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 12/8

10:30 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$970

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 4/22

8:36 am-11:05 am

2 stops38h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 5/13

7:20 am-9:01 pm

2 stops25h 41m

$970

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 2/27

7:33 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops36h 22m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 3/9

10:30 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops34h 29m

$1,020

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 12/3

9:43 am-12:30 pm

2 stops37h 47m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 12/22

7:05 pm-9:13 pm

2 stops39h 08m

$1,040

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 11/11

8:02 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 18m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 11/23

10:30 pm-6:06 pm

2 stops32h 36m

$1,045

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 4/1

12:12 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops35h 53m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 4/30

1:20 pm-9:01 pm

2 stops43h 41m

$1,054

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 11/26

6:45 am-12:30 pm

2 stops40h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 12/7

12:50 pm-6:15 pm

2 stops42h 25m

$1,065

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 2/14

11:29 am-12:20 pm

2 stops35h 51m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 2/21

1:35 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops44h 33m

$1,070

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 11/27

7:58 am-5:45 pm

2 stops44h 47m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 12/7

9:30 am-6:15 pm

2 stops45h 45m

$1,072

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 1/22

11:25 am-9:45 am

1 stop32h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 2/12

11:20 am-8:40 am

1 stop35h 20m

$1,123

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Shanghai (average of $558). Flying from Michigan to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,456). 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 MI to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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 octubre 30, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Michigan to Shanghai by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Michigan to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Michigan 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Michigan to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Michigan to Shanghai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Michigan to Shanghai in 30h 48m. Fly via Cathay Pacific, Korean Air, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 7053 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $485 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air China. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and Japan Airlines, with prices starting from $541 and $572, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Michigan to Shanghai?

    The most popular flight routes from Michigan to Shanghai are Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Pu Dong.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Shanghai (average of $558). Flying from Michigan to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,456). 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 Michigan to Shanghai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Michigan 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 octubre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$685Average$1,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,004Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,060Average$1,345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
China EasternCheapest$1,278Average$1,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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