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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai from $410

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11:28 am - 6:00 pm
DTW
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PVG
41h 32m1 stop
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2:20 am - 9:02 pm
PVG
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DTW
31h 42m2 stops
$952Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 27
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6:00 am - 4:25 pm
DTW
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PVG
22h 25m1 stop
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6:25 pm - 11:58 pm
PVG
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DTW
17h 33m1 stop
$954American Airlines
Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 15
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11:28 am - 6:00 pm
DTW
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PVG
41h 32m1 stop
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2:20 am - 9:02 pm
PVG
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DTW
31h 42m2 stops
$957Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 27
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7:54 pm - 4:25 pm
DTW
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PVG
31h 31m2 stops
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6:25 pm - 10:37 am
PVG
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DTW
29h 12m2 stops
$959American Airlines
Sun, Feb 22 - Thu, Feb 26
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6:15 pm - 6:00 pm
DTW
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PVG
34h 45m1 stop
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2:20 am - 9:02 pm
PVG
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DTW
31h 42m2 stops
$960Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 27
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12:54 pm - 11:05 am
DTW
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PVG
34h 11m2 stops
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7:20 am - 9:01 pm
PVG
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DTW
25h 41m2 stops
$967Cathay Pacific
Mon, Apr 6 - Wed, Apr 15
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8:00 am - 12:20 pm
DTW
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SHA
39h 20m2 stops
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4:35 pm - 5:25 pm
SHA
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DTW
37h 50m2 stops
$971Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
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8:00 am - 11:35 am
DTW
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PVG
38h 35m2 stops
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8:30 am - 5:25 pm
PVG
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DTW
21h 55m2 stops
$971Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
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12:54 pm - 3:35 pm
DTW
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SHA
38h 41m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 pm - 9:01 pm
SHA
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DTW
43h 41m2 stops
$1,054Cathay Pacific
Wed, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 30
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2:03 pm - 5:05 pm
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SHA
39h 02m2 stops
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6:25 pm - 3:20 pm
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DTW
32h 55m2 stops
$1,140Korean Air
Mon, Apr 6 - Wed, Apr 15

Korean Air flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai

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Korean Air
Apr 6
DTW2:03 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
39h 02m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 13
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 46m
2 stops
DTW3:11 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,140
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Korean Air
Apr 6
DTW2:03 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
39h 02m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 9
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 53m
2 stops
DTW3:18 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,190
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Korean Air
Jan 12
DTW11:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
40h 40m
1 stop
SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 25
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 15m
1 stop
DTW8:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,224
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ANA flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai

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ANA
Jan 13
DTW11:05 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 10m
2 stops
PVG1:15 amShanghai Pu Dong
Jan 26
PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong
41h 51m
2 stops
DTW1:21 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,117
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ANA
Jan 4
DTW7:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
40h 10m
2 stops
SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 3
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
43h 46m
2 stops
DTW8:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,206
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ANA
Jan 4
DTW7:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
40h 10m
2 stops
SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 5
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
40h 23m
2 stops
DTW5:03 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,256
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DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

11:28 am-6:00 pm

1 stop41h 32m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/27

2:20 am-9:02 pm

2 stops31h 42m

$952

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/13

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/15

6:25 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop17h 33m

$954

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/13

11:28 am-6:00 pm

1 stop41h 32m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/27

2:20 am-9:02 pm

2 stops31h 42m

$957

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/22

7:54 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops31h 31m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/26

6:25 pm-10:37 am

2 stops29h 12m

$959

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/12

6:15 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop34h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/27

2:20 am-9:02 pm

2 stops31h 42m

$960

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/6

12:54 pm-11:05 am

2 stops34h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/15

7:20 am-9:01 pm

2 stops25h 41m

$967

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

8:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 1/27

4:35 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops37h 50m

$971

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

8:00 am-11:35 am

2 stops38h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/27

8:30 am-5:25 pm

2 stops21h 55m

$971

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 - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/6

2:03 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops39h 02m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/15

6:25 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$1,140

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,286, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport averaging around $1,310.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,446. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai for around $1,847.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the evening for as low as $1,195. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $2,274.

What is the cheapest Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Shanghai flight route?

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Fastest flight time

15h 05m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The fastest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai takes 15h 05m
Direct flights go from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai every day.
There are 2 airports in Shanghai. From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport there are direct flights to Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).
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  • How far is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Shanghai by plane?

    The distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and Shanghai is about 7117.8 mi. 15h 05m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Shanghai trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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DeltaPriceFrom $662Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,014 reviews
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7.3
4,111 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,219Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,055 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,232Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,034 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $1,256Free CancellationRating
7.2
179 reviews
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