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 March 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Cathay Pacific, Air Canada, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to China

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

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

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 61% 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 March 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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7:09 am - 10:10 pm

DTW

PVG

27h 01m

2 stops

7:20 am - 5:05 am

PVG

DTW

33h 45m

2 stops

$852Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, Sep 15

1:02 pm - 12:05 pm

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35h 03m

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8:30 am - 10:52 pm

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DTW

27h 22m

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$856Cathay Pacific

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Nov 17

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PVG

27h 01m

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7:20 am - 5:49 am

PVG

DTW

34h 29m

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$861Multiple Airlines

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CAN

25h 47m

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10:10 am - 10:59 pm

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24h 49m

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$869Cathay Pacific

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PVG

28h 46m

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$903Multiple Airlines

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PEK

27h 01m

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PEK

DTW

27h 59m

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$908Cathay Pacific

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

8:50 pm - 6:25 am

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PVG

21h 35m

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10:10 am - 6:10 pm

PVG

DTW

45h 00m

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$966Turkish Airlines

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CGO

27h 40m

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CGO

DTW

46h 52m

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$1,063China Eastern

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8:25 am - 10:15 am

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FOC

37h 50m

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DTW

27h 24m

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$1,083China Eastern

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7:42 pm - 10:30 am

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CTU

26h 48m

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CTU

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23h 59m

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$1,135Air China

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Apr 21

DTW12:33 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

25h 47m

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CAN2:20 amGuangzhou Baiyun

May 13

CAN10:10 amGuangzhou Baiyun

24h 49m

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DTW10:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$869

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DTW7:44 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 01m

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PEK10:45 amBeijing Capital

Sep 8

PEK7:25 amBeijing Capital

27h 59m

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DTW11:24 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$908

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Sep 2

DTW1:02 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 23m

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PEK1:25 amBeijing Capital

Sep 9

PEK10:00 amBeijing Capital

42h 03m

2 stops

DTW4:03 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$916

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Apr 21

DTW12:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

57h 15m

2 stops

PEK9:40 amBeijing Capital

May 11

PEK6:30 pmBeijing Capital

32h 25m

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DTW2:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,128

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Apr 27

DTW12:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

40h 50m

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SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 6

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

30h 33m

2 stops

DTW12:58 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,141

Korean Air

Apr 26

DTW12:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

64h 40m

2 stops

SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 5

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 37m

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$1,147

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Tue 9/15

7:20 am-5:05 am

2 stops33h 45m

$852

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

1:02 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops35h 03m

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Tue 11/17

8:30 am-10:52 pm

2 stops27h 22m

$856

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DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/22

7:09 am-10:10 pm

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7:20 am-5:49 am

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$869

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DTW - PVG

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Sat 4/25

7:09 am-11:55 pm

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7:20 am-5:05 am

2 stops33h 45m

$903

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/1

7:44 pm-10:45 am

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1 stop45h 00m

$966

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8:25 am-12:05 am

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Zhengzhou

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12:20 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops46h 52m

$1,063

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DTWFOC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/7

8:25 am-10:15 am

2 stops37h 50m

Fuzhou

Fri 5/15

7:55 am-11:19 pm

2 stops27h 24m

$1,083

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DTW - CTU

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7:42 pm-10:30 am

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2 stops23h 59m

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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 $1,699. 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 $2,051.

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 $1,838. 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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There are 6 operators available for flights from Detroit to China as of March 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.
What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to China?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Detroit and China, the leading plane model is Airbus A350-900, making up 98.33% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787 Dreamliner with 1.67%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $633	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,277 reviews	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $924	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,249 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $937	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 198 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $960	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,202 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,160	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,120 reviews	Search ANA flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,219	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,416 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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