How many flights depart from China to Detroit on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from China to Detroit as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from China to Detroit on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from China to Detroit. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in China you fly out of and what airport in Detroit you fly into. For example, flying from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 13h 30m on average. On the other hand, flying from Guangzhou to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 20h 52m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from China to Detroit?

Korean Air is the most popular carrier operating from China to Detroit

When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to Detroit?

Prices for flights from China to Detroit refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from China to Detroit?

As of December 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from China to Detroit.

How old do you have to be to fly from China to Detroit?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from China to Detroit.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Detroit may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:05 pm - 5:10 pm

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25h 07m2 stops

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56h 45m2 stops

$1,225Air Canada

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20h 15m1 stop

$1,296United Airlines

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29h 42m2 stops

10:55 am - 4:45 am

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29h 50m2 stops

$1,297United Airlines

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Turkish Airlines flights from China to Detroit

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Turkish Airlines

Jan 21

PVG10:10 amShanghai Pu Dong

45h 00m

1 stop

DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 28

DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 05m

1 stop

PVG5:10 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,068

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May 12

PVG10:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

32h 20m

1 stop

DTW6:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Aug 10

DTW8:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 55m

1 stop

PVG4:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

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Jan 18

CAN11:15 pmGuangzhou Baiyun

31h 55m

1 stop

DTW6:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 25

DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 30m

1 stop

CAN4:35 pmGuangzhou Baiyun

$1,307

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Jan 17

PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

37h 00m

2 stops

DTW5:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 24

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56h 45m

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Jan 30

PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

61h 00m

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Feb 3

DTW6:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 45m

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Jun 6

PVG3:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong

34h 18m

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Wed 1/21

10:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/28

8:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,068

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/12

3:10 pm-12:37 pm

3 stops33h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/21

6:14 pm-11:45 am

2 stops29h 31m

$1,143

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/12

3:10 pm-12:37 pm

3 stops33h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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11:44 am-11:45 am

3 stops36h 01m

$1,151

GuangzhouDetroit

CAN - DTW

CANDTW

Guangzhou Baiyun

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10:10 am-12:24 am

2 stops26h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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7:48 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 07m

$1,171

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

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Shanghai Pu Dong

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5:35 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops37h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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6:15 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops56h 45m

$1,225

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CKG - DTW

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Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Wed 1/28

1:10 am-11:56 pm

2 stops35h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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4:30 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 05m

$1,263

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CKG - DTW

CKGDTW

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Wed 1/28

1:10 am-11:56 pm

2 stops35h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/2

11:30 am-2:35 pm

2 stops38h 05m

$1,264

GuangzhouDetroit

CAN - DTW

CANDTW

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 6/13

10:10 am-7:02 pm

2 stops20h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/27

5:23 pm-8:55 am

2 stops51h 32m

$1,265

BeijingDetroit

PEK - DTW

PEKDTW

Beijing Capital

Tue 4/21

5:25 pm-9:43 am

2 stops28h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/25

7:10 am-3:25 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$1,296

BeijingDetroit

PEK - DTW

PEKDTW

Beijing Capital

Tue 4/21

5:25 pm-11:07 am

2 stops29h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/25

10:55 am-4:45 am

2 stops29h 50m

$1,297

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from China is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $1,146. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from China to Detroit for around $1,380.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from China to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,194. Flying to Detroit in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $1,325 on average. Flights to Detroit from China at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest China to Detroit flight route?

Fly from Shanghai Pu Dong to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County for the best China - Detroit flight prices

What cabin class options are available on China to Detroit flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on China to Detroit flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$734
Fastest flight time	13h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Detroit	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Detroit from China in the past 72 hours is $734. The best round-trip flight deal from China to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,097.

The fastest flight from China to Detroit takes 13h 30m

Direct flights go from China to Detroit every day.

There is 1 airport in Detroit. From China there are direct flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to Detroit?
Prices for flights from China to Detroit refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from China to Detroit?
As of December 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from China to Detroit.
How old do you have to be to fly from China to Detroit?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from China to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Detroit may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from China to Detroit?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from China to Detroit is Airbus A350-900, representing 50.00% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777-300ER at 20.00%, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 15.00%, and Airbus A350-1000 at 5.00%.

Best airlines flying from China to Detroit

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Delta	PriceFrom $1,090	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,014 reviews		Search Delta flights

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