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

The number of flights available between Detroit and China is 7 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

1 flights are operational daily from Detroit to China as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 100% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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

Cathay Pacific, Air China, and China Eastern are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to China

What airlines fly to China?

Delta, China Eastern and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 64% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to China. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Detroit to China were last updated today.

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

There are 6 operators available for flights from Detroit to China as of February 2026.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to China.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China 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 China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:32 pm - 2:20 am

DTW

CAN

43h 48m

2 stops

5:00 am - 5:05 am

CAN

DTW

36h 05m

2 stops

$857Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Apr 8

6:32 pm - 2:20 am

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CAN

43h 48m

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5:00 am - 5:05 am

CAN

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36h 05m

2 stops

$860Multiple Airlines

Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Apr 8

7:16 pm - 11:05 am

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PVG

27h 49m

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7:20 am - 9:21 pm

PVG

DTW

26h 01m

2 stops

$905Cathay Pacific

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, May 13

7:16 pm - 12:05 pm

DTW

PVG

28h 49m

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7:20 am - 9:21 pm

PVG

DTW

26h 01m

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$911Cathay Pacific

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, May 13

8:55 pm - 8:30 am

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PVG

23h 35m

1 stop

11:05 pm - 7:00 pm

PVG

DTW

31h 55m

1 stop

$951Turkish Airlines

Mon, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 23

8:50 pm - 4:45 pm

DTW

PVG

31h 55m

1 stop

10:25 pm - 6:45 pm

PVG

DTW

32h 20m

1 stop

$957Turkish Airlines

Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, May 20

10:35 am - 3:20 pm

DTW

PVG

15h 45mnonstop

5:30 pm - 7:05 pm

PVG

DTW

13h 35mnonstop

$969Delta

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 18

8:38 am - 6:00 pm

DTW

PVG

20h 22m

1 stop

5:30 pm - 7:05 pm

PVG

DTW

13h 35mnonstop

$973Delta

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8:25 am - 10:25 am

DTW

PEK

38h 00m

2 stops

7:00 am - 10:54 pm

PEK

DTW

27h 54m

2 stops

$1,063China Eastern

Wed, Mar 11 - Thu, Mar 26

8:51 am - 12:05 am

DTW

CGO

27h 14m

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7:30 am - 11:12 pm

CGO

DTW

27h 42m

2 stops

$1,063China Eastern

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, May 6

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Cathay Pacific

Apr 22

DTW7:16 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 49m

2 stops

PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong

May 13

PVG7:20 amShanghai Pu Dong

26h 01m

2 stops

DTW9:21 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$905

Cathay Pacific

Apr 22

DTW7:16 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 49m

2 stops

PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

May 13

PVG7:20 amShanghai Pu Dong

26h 01m

2 stops

DTW9:21 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$911

Cathay Pacific

Apr 8

DTW1:33 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 32m

2 stops

PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

May 20

PVG7:20 amShanghai Pu Dong

27h 39m

2 stops

DTW10:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$923

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Apr 15

DTW7:18 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

40h 57m

2 stops

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 6

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 49m

2 stops

DTW3:24 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,155

ANA

Mar 1

DTW10:28 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 47m

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PVG1:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 3

PVG2:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

29h 20m

2 stops

DTW6:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,160

ANA

Mar 1

DTW9:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 10m

2 stops

PVG12:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Apr 15

PVG1:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

25h 47m

2 stops

DTW3:22 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,171

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/16

6:32 pm-2:20 am

2 stops43h 48m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 4/8

5:00 am-5:05 am

2 stops36h 05m

$857

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DTW - CAN

DTWCAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/16

6:32 pm-2:20 am

2 stops43h 48m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 4/8

5:00 am-5:05 am

2 stops36h 05m

$860

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/22

7:16 pm-11:05 am

2 stops27h 49m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/13

7:20 am-9:21 pm

2 stops26h 01m

$905

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/22

7:16 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops28h 49m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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7:20 am-9:21 pm

2 stops26h 01m

$911

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/16

8:55 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/23

11:05 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$951

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/8

8:50 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/20

10:25 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 20m

$957

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DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

10:35 am-3:20 pm

Nonstop15h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/18

5:30 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop13h 35m

$969

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DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

8:38 am-6:00 pm

1 stop20h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/17

5:30 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop13h 35m

$973

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DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/11

8:25 am-10:25 am

2 stops38h 00m

Beijing Capital

Thu 3/26

7:00 am-10:54 pm

2 stops27h 54m

$1,063

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DTW - CGO

DTWCGO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/22

8:51 am-12:05 am

2 stops27h 14m

Zhengzhou

Wed 5/6

7:30 am-11:12 pm

2 stops27h 42m

$1,063

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to China. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,566. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to China on Sunday is $1,962.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Detroit to China flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to China in the morning for as low as $1,769. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $2,274 on average. Flights to China from Detroit at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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Best Price Found	$1,382
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How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to China?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China 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 China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
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Delta	PriceFrom $633	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,241 reviews	Search Delta flights
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China Eastern	PriceFrom $937	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 197 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $960	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,178 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
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American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,219	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,341 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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