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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai from $487

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4:10 pm - 12:40 pmDTW-SHA
31h 30m2 stops
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2:10 pm - 5:00 amSHA-DTW
27h 50m2 stops
$895Multiple Airlines
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jue., nov. 6 - jue., nov. 13
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4:10 pm - 3:25 pmDTW-PVG
34h 15m3 stops
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4:40 pm - 5:30 amPVG-DTW
25h 50m2 stops
$901Multiple Airlines
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mar., nov. 11 - mar., nov. 25
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4:10 pm - 10:40 amDTW-SHA
29h 30m2 stops
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6:10 pm - 5:30 amSHA-DTW
24h 20m2 stops
$916Multiple Airlines
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mar., nov. 11 - mar., nov. 25
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3:49 pm - 8:15 pmDTW-PVG
39h 26m2 stops
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7:10 am - 6:19 pmPVG-DTW
24h 09m2 stops
$979Cathay Pacific
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mié., nov. 5 - mié., nov. 12
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12:22 pm - 4:15 pmDTW-PVG
38h 53m2 stops
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8:30 am - 8:59 pmPVG-DTW
24h 29m2 stops
$1,005Cathay Pacific
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mié., feb. 25 - lun., mar. 16
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9:05 pm - 5:10 pmDTW-PVG
32h 05m1 stop
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10:10 am - 6:10 pmPVG-DTW
45h 00m1 stop
$1,062Turkish Airlines
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mar., oct. 28 - mié., nov. 5
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9:05 pm - 5:10 pmDTW-PVG
32h 05m1 stop
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10:10 am - 6:10 pmPVG-DTW
45h 00m1 stop
$1,094Turkish Airlines
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mar., oct. 28 - mié., nov. 5
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2:10 pm - 1:15 amDTW-PVG
22h 05m2 stops
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2:35 am - 1:06 pmPVG-DTW
23h 31m2 stops
$1,118ANA
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mié., nov. 26 - mié., dic. 3
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12:15 pm - 9:45 amDTW-PVG
56h 30m2 stops
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11:20 am - 2:13 pmPVG-DTW
39h 53m2 stops
$1,127Korean Air
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mar., nov. 18 - mar., dic. 23
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8:05 am - 5:10 pmDTW-SHA
44h 05m2 stops
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6:25 pm - 12:36 pmSHA-DTW
31h 11m2 stops
$1,141Korean Air
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lun., nov. 10 - mié., dic. 24

Cathay Pacific flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific
Nov 5
DTW3:49 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
39h 26m
2 stops
PVG8:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Nov 12
PVG7:10 amShanghai Pu Dong
24h 09m
2 stops
DTW6:19 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$979
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Cathay Pacific
Feb 25
DTW12:22 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
38h 53m
2 stops
PVG4:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Mar 16
PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong
24h 29m
2 stops
DTW8:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,005
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Cathay Pacific
Oct 17
DTW1:07 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
34h 58m
2 stops
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 20
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 36m
2 stops
DTW6:06 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,020
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Korean Air flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai

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Korean Air
Nov 18
DTW12:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
56h 30m
2 stops
PVG9:45 amShanghai Pu Dong
Dec 23
PVG11:20 amShanghai Pu Dong
39h 53m
2 stops
DTW2:13 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,127
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Korean Air
Nov 10
DTW8:05 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
44h 05m
2 stops
SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 24
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 11m
2 stops
DTW12:36 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,141
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Korean Air
Nov 16
DTW1:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
62h 55m
2 stops
SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 21
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 48m
2 stops
DTW2:13 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,147
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated octubre 8, 2025.
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DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 11/6

4:10 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops31h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 11/13

2:10 pm-5:00 am

2 stops27h 50m

$895

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 11/11

4:10 pm-3:25 pm

3 stops34h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 11/25

4:40 pm-5:30 am

2 stops25h 50m

$901

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 11/11

4:10 pm-10:40 am

2 stops29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 11/25

6:10 pm-5:30 am

2 stops24h 20m

$916

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 11/5

3:49 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops39h 26m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 11/12

7:10 am-6:19 pm

2 stops24h 09m

$979

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 2/25

12:22 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops38h 53m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 3/16

8:30 am-8:59 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$1,005

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 10/28

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 11/5

10:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

$1,062

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 10/28

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 11/5

10:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

$1,094

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 11/26

2:10 pm-1:15 am

2 stops22h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 12/3

2:35 am-1:06 pm

2 stops23h 31m

$1,118

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 11/18

12:15 pm-9:45 am

2 stops56h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 12/23

11:20 am-2:13 pm

2 stops39h 53m

$1,127

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 11/10

8:05 am-5:10 pm

2 stops44h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mié. 12/24

6:25 pm-12:36 pm

2 stops31h 11m

$1,141

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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 April is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport averaging around $1,291.

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 $1,518. 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 $1,795.

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 in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $2,087.

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

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Fastest flight time

15h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Shanghai

1 airport
The fastest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai takes 15h 35m
Direct flights go from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai every day.
There is 1 airport near Shanghai: 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. 22h 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 $694Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,970 reviews
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7.3
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7.2
11,041 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $1,278Free CancellationRating
7.2
168 reviews
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