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$398+ 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 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SHA
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$942
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$398
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,442
From Michigan to Shanghai
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/216:00 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/181:10 pmPVG - DTW
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$942
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/156:05 amDTW - PVG
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/111:10 pmPVG - DTW
3 stops34h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,007
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 11/243:40 pmORD - PVG
2 stops28h 35mAir China
Tue 12/27:10 amPVG - ORD
2 stops30h 33mAir China
Deal found 9/14$1,009
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 10/268:48 amORD - SHA
2 stops25h 07mAir China
Mon 11/107:25 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops42h 18mAir China
Deal found 9/14$1,009
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/258:59 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops37h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/34:30 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,015
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/301:26 pmORD - SHA
3 stops34h 14mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/612:10 pmSHA - ORD
3 stops35h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,017
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 11/72:39 pmORD - PVG
2 stops42h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/174:30 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops26h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,019
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 11/72:39 pmORD - SHA
2 stops30h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/175:30 pmSHA - ORD
2 stops25h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,019
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 11/197:10 amORD - PVG
2 stops26h 10mAir China
Mon 12/14:30 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops33h 40mAir China
Deal found 9/14$1,021
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/306:30 amORD - PVG
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/61:10 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops46h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,026
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/223:45 pmORD - PVG
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/114:30 pmPVG - ORD
3 stops31h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,027
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2010:42 amORD - PVG
2 stops33h 33mAir China
Mon 12/14:30 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops26h 46mAir China
Deal found 9/15$1,028

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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 September 15, 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

Sat 10/25

8:59 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops37h 56m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 11/3

4:30 pm-6:00 am

2 stops26h 30m

$1,015

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/21

2:39 pm-10:55 am

2 stops30h 16m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 12/3

8:55 am-7:44 pm

2 stops24h 49m

$1,049

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/4

6:00 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops33h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 11/20

2:10 pm-5:30 am

2 stops28h 20m

$1,070

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

12:16 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops34h 59m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 11/21

11:50 am-5:30 am

2 stops30h 40m

$1,103

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/28

1:07 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops35h 13m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 11/5

1:35 pm-6:19 pm

2 stops41h 44m

$1,154

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/1

12:24 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops39h 11m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/22

1:20 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops44h 30m

$1,154

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/1

12:24 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops39h 11m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/21

4:50 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops41h 00m

$1,159

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/1

12:24 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops39h 11m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 10/20

1:20 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops44h 30m

$1,159

Grand RapidsShanghai

GRR - PVG

GRRPVG

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Sat 9/27

7:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 10/4

5:00 pm-12:34 am

1 stop19h 34m

$1,162

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/20

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/16

10:30 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$1,168

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Shanghai (average of $1,090). Flying from Michigan to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,574). 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 September 15, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Michigan to Shanghai as you normally would.

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  • How long is the flight from Michigan to Shanghai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Michigan to Shanghai in 19h 10m. Fly via Cathay Pacific, American Airlines, or Korean Air to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 7038 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Shanghai (average of $1,090). Flying from Michigan to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,574). 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$700Average$1,678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,002Average$1,135FlexibilityNo 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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