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 January 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, China Eastern, and Turkish Airlines 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 71% 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.

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

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

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 January 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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6:14 pm - 8:35 pm

DTW

PEK

61h 21m

2 stops

3:15 pm - 5:05 am

PEK

DTW

25h 50m

2 stops

$882Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 17

6:14 pm - 12:25 pm

DTW

SHA

53h 11m

2 stops

1:40 pm - 5:05 am

SHA

DTW

27h 25m

2 stops

$882Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 17

8:05 pm - 5:10 pm

DTW

PVG

32h 05m

1 stop

10:10 am - 6:10 pm

PVG

DTW

45h 00m

1 stop

$913Turkish Airlines

Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 25

8:05 pm - 8:30 am

DTW

PVG

23h 25m

1 stop

11:05 pm - 6:10 pm

PVG

DTW

32h 05m

1 stop

$924Turkish Airlines

Mon, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 24

8:05 pm - 5:10 pm

DTW

PVG

32h 05m

1 stop

10:10 am - 6:10 pm

PVG

DTW

45h 00m

1 stop

$929Turkish Airlines

Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 25

8:25 am - 12:15 am

DTW

SHE

27h 50m

2 stops

6:55 am - 10:54 pm

SHE

DTW

27h 59m

2 stops

$1,059China Eastern

Mon, Mar 9 - Thu, Apr 2

8:25 am - 4:30 pm

DTW

CGO

44h 05m

2 stops

7:30 am - 11:03 pm

CGO

DTW

27h 33m

2 stops

$1,062China Eastern

Wed, Apr 8 - Mon, Apr 13

10:30 am - 12:20 pm

DTW

SHA

36h 50m

2 stops

4:35 pm - 9:16 pm

SHA

DTW

40h 41m

2 stops

$1,117Cathay Pacific

Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 17

10:30 am - 12:20 pm

DTW

SHA

36h 50m

2 stops

1:35 pm - 9:13 pm

SHA

DTW

43h 38m

2 stops

$1,119Cathay Pacific

Mon, Mar 2 - Thu, Mar 19

2:19 pm - 12:25 pm

DTW

SHA

33h 06m

2 stops

1:40 pm - 8:13 pm

SHA

DTW

43h 33m

2 stops

$1,167ANA

Tue, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 25

Japan Airlines flights from Detroit to China

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Japan Airlines

Feb 18

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

40h 45m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 25

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

36h 22m

2 stops

DTW12:32 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,217

Japan Airlines

Jan 28

DTW8:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 45m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 25

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

45h 06m

2 stops

DTW9:16 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$2,100

ANA flights from Detroit to China

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ANA

Jan 27

DTW2:19 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 56m

2 stops

PVG1:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

Feb 18

PVG2:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

27h 50m

2 stops

DTW5:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,157

ANA

Feb 2

DTW2:19 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 06m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 25

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

45h 29m

2 stops

DTW10:09 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,167

ANA

Jan 25

DTW2:19 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 56m

2 stops

PVG1:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

Jan 27

PVG8:30 amShanghai Pu Dong

47h 29m

2 stops

DTW6:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,168

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DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

6:14 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops61h 21m

Beijing Capital

Tue 3/17

3:15 pm-5:05 am

2 stops25h 50m

$882

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

6:14 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops53h 11m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/17

1:40 pm-5:05 am

2 stops27h 25m

$882

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/1

8:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/25

10:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

$913

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/16

8:05 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/24

11:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$924

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/1

8:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/25

10:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

$929

DetroitShenyang

DTW - SHE

DTWSHE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

8:25 am-12:15 am

2 stops27h 50m

Shenyang

Thu 4/2

6:55 am-10:54 pm

2 stops27h 59m

$1,059

DetroitZhengzhou

DTW - CGO

DTWCGO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/8

8:25 am-4:30 pm

2 stops44h 05m

Zhengzhou

Mon 4/13

7:30 am-11:03 pm

2 stops27h 33m

$1,062

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

10:30 am-12:20 pm

2 stops36h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/17

4:35 pm-9:16 pm

2 stops40h 41m

$1,117

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/2

10:30 am-12:20 pm

2 stops36h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/19

1:35 pm-9:13 pm

2 stops43h 38m

$1,119

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/27

2:19 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops33h 06m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/25

1:40 pm-8:13 pm

2 stops43h 33m

$1,167

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to China. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,177. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to China from Detroit during March instead. Flights to China in March, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around $1,208.

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 $1,526. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to China on Thursday is $1,937.

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 $1,663. 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.

What is the cheapest Detroit to China flight route?

Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Shanghai Pu Dong for the best Detroit - China flight prices

What cabin class options are available on Detroit to China flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to China flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 43% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to China flight.

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Best Price Found	$1,332
Fastest flight time	15h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in China	237 airports

The best one-way flight to China from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $1,332. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to China found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,932.

The fastest flight from Detroit to China takes 15h 05m

Direct flights go from Detroit to China every day.

There are 237 airports in China. From Detroit there are direct flights to Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

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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 January 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 98.21% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787 Dreamliner with 1.79%.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to China

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $633	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,088 reviews	Search Delta flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $937	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 191 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $982	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,200 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,024	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,140 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,160	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,076 reviews	Search ANA flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,219	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,174 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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