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$503+ Cheap flights from Michigan to Shanghai, China

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DTW — SHA
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
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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 April 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,144
(Ovago)

One-way from

$503
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,204
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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 April 30, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/99:00 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Thu 10/1610:25 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop32h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,119
This Justfly.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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/158:55 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops54h 05mAir Canada
Sat 11/225:50 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops39h 21mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$1,145
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.
Mon 10/205:32 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop36h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/181:30 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop18h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,156
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.
Tue 9/3012:30 amORD - PVG
1 stop22h 35mEVA Air
Tue 10/78:05 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops21h 59mEVA Air
Deal found 4/29$1,166
This IEagle 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/112:30 amORD - SHA
1 stop27h 00mEVA Air
Sun 11/97:40 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop37h 55mEVA Air
Deal found 4/29$1,166
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/136:59 pmORD - PVG
1 stop33h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/163:45 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops28h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,170
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/27:45 pmORD - SHA
2 stops27h 30mANA
Wed 5/211:35 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop32h 05mANA
Deal found 4/29$1,174
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/25:45 pmORD - PVG
1 stop17h 50mANA
Tue 5/201:35 amPVG - ORD
2 stops25h 59mANA
Deal found 4/29$1,175
This Cathay Pacific 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/162:40 pmORD - PVG
1 stop31h 50mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/128:40 amPVG - ORD
1 stop18h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/29$1,176
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.
Tue 9/91:05 amORD - PVG
1 stop23h 55mJapan Airlines
Wed 9/171:15 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops21h 09mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/29$1,177
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/304:00 pmORD - SHA
1 stop31h 05mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/301:20 pmSHA - ORD
1 stop38h 05mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/29$1,178
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/192:00 pmORD - PVG
2 stops36h 00mAir Canada
Tue 1/135:50 pmPVG - ORD
2 stops31h 53mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$1,179

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 April 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 - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/9

9:00 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/28

10:50 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$1,119

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/23

4:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops33h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/2

5:50 pm-8:11 pm

2 stops39h 21m

$1,150

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/20

7:40 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 11/20

1:30 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop18h 13m

$1,156

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/30

12:30 am-12:05 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/7

8:05 pm-5:04 am

2 stops21h 59m

$1,166

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

6:59 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop33h 16m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 6/16

3:45 pm-6:51 am

2 stops28h 06m

$1,170

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

1:05 am-2:00 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/17

1:15 pm-9:24 pm

2 stops21h 09m

$1,177

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

8:53 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops29h 07m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 9/25

10:00 am-9:45 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$1,182

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/3

12:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/19

7:40 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop38h 05m

$1,188

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/23

4:35 pm-10:00 am

2 stops28h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/30

1:30 pm-5:03 am

2 stops28h 33m

$1,193

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/1

7:55 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops28h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/9

5:30 pm-8:39 am

2 stops28h 09m

$1,196

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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 $1,167). Flying from Michigan 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 MI to PVG?

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 April 30, 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.

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 April 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Michigan to Shanghai, such as EVA Air, Korean Air and Japan Airlines. 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

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

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

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

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
1,066 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

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
1,459 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

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

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

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
855 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,186 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Food

8.1

Overall

8.4

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 Michigan to Shanghai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    $524 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Japan Airlines and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $561 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, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Pu Dong and Chicago O'Hare Intl - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Michigan to Shanghai?

    The cheapest flight price from Michigan to Shanghai is $633. On average you can expect to pay $2,131. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), can usually be booked for $1,119.

  • 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 $1,167). Flying from Michigan 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 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$418Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$948Average$1,820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$966Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
China EasternCheapest$1,631Average$1,990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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