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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai from $470

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5:53 pm - 8:55 pm
DTW
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PVG
39h 02m
2 stops
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1:10 pm - 3:48 pm
PVG
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DTW
39h 38m
2 stops
$1,018Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Fri, Nov 13
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5:34 pm - 8:55 pm
DTW
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PVG
39h 21m
2 stops
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1:10 pm - 5:23 am
PVG
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DTW
28h 13m
2 stops
$1,036Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 14
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8:50 pm - 6:25 am
DTW
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PVG
21h 35m
1 stop
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11:05 pm - 6:10 pm
PVG
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DTW
32h 05m
1 stop
$1,041Turkish Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:50 pm - 4:45 pm
DTW
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PVG
31h 55m
1 stop
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10:10 am - 7:10 pm
PVG
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DTW
45h 00m
1 stop
$1,056Turkish Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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8:50 pm - 6:25 am
DTW
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PVG
21h 35m
1 stop
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10:25 pm - 6:45 pm
PVG
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DTW
32h 20m
1 stop
$1,066Turkish Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 20
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8:50 pm - 6:25 am
DTW
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PVG
21h 35m
1 stop
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11:05 pm - 6:10 pm
PVG
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DTW
32h 05m
1 stop
$1,078Turkish Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:50 pm - 4:45 pm
DTW
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PVG
31h 55m
1 stop
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11:05 pm - 6:10 pm
PVG
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DTW
32h 05m
1 stop
$1,079Turkish Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:00 am - 5:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
46h 05m
2 stops
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6:25 pm - 1:57 pm
SHA
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DTW
31h 32m
2 stops
$1,141Korean Air
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 20
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11:43 am - 12:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
36h 22m
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4:35 pm - 6:47 pm
SHA
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DTW
39h 12m
2 stops
$1,500Cathay Pacific
Mon, Aug 17 - Tue, Nov 10
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11:43 am - 12:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
36h 22m
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1:20 pm - 9:06 pm
SHA
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DTW
43h 46m
2 stops
$1,550Cathay Pacific
Tue, Sep 22 - Fri, Oct 2

Korean Air flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai

Our best Korean Air deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai flight tickets
Korean Air
Sep 29
DTW7:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
46h 05m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 20
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
31h 32m
2 stops
DTW1:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,141
Korean Air
Sep 3
DTW12:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
40h 40m
1 stop
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 12
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 50m
1 stop
DTW10:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,875

Cathay Pacific flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Sep 21
DTW7:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 30m
2 stops
PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 6
PVG12:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong
34h 36m
2 stops
DTW10:56 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,196
Cathay Pacific
Oct 21
DTW7:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
28h 30m
2 stops
PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 28
PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong
24h 34m
2 stops
DTW9:04 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,200
Cathay Pacific
Aug 17
DTW11:43 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
36h 22m
2 stops
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 10
SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
39h 12m
2 stops
DTW6:47 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,500

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DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/7

5:53 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops39h 02m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 11/13

1:10 pm-3:48 pm

2 stops39h 38m

$1,018

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/6

5:34 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops39h 21m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/14

1:10 pm-5:23 am

2 stops28h 13m

$1,036
Quickest round-trip

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

8:50 pm-6:25 am

1 stop21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/17

11:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,041

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/21

8:50 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/28

10:10 am-7:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

$1,056

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/29

8:50 pm-6:25 am

1 stop21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/20

10:25 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 20m

$1,066

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

8:50 pm-6:25 am

1 stop21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/17

11:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,078

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/11

8:50 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 12/8

11:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,079

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/29

7:00 am-5:05 pm

2 stops46h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/20

6:25 pm-1:57 pm

2 stops31h 32m

$1,141

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/17

11:43 am-12:05 pm

2 stops36h 22m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/10

4:35 pm-6:47 pm

2 stops39h 12m

$1,500

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/22

11:43 am-12:05 pm

2 stops36h 22m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 10/2

1:20 pm-9:06 pm

2 stops43h 46m

$1,550

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Shanghai?

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 $479, 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 $554.

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 Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,842. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Saturday, 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 $2,297.

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 morning. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the morning for as low as $2,076. 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

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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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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai

  • 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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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $924Free CancellationRating
7.4
4,355 reviews
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7.9
8,459 reviews
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7.1
11,669 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,160Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,207 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $1,222Free CancellationRating
7.3
211 reviews
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