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

Cathay Pacific, Turkish Airlines, and American 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 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to China. Keep in mind that there are 5 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 week?

The number of flights available between Detroit and China is 7 per week as of July 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 July 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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 5 operators available for flights from Detroit to China as of July 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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9:00 am - 2:20 am

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CAN

29h 20m

2 stops

10:20 pm - 11:43 pm

CAN

DTW

37h 23m

2 stops

$980Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 8

6:40 am - 1:25 am

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PEK

30h 45m

2 stops

10:00 am - 11:43 pm

PEK

DTW

25h 43m

2 stops

$989Cathay Pacific

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 10

8:50 pm - 6:25 am

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PVG

21h 35m

1 stop

9:55 am - 7:00 pm

PVG

DTW

45h 05m

1 stop

$1,071Turkish Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28

8:50 pm - 6:25 am

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PVG

21h 35m

1 stop

9:55 am - 7:00 pm

PVG

DTW

45h 05m

1 stop

$1,072Turkish Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28

10:30 am - 9:35 am

DTW

CGO

35h 05m

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10:45 am - 3:19 pm

CGO

DTW

40h 34m

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$1,122Korean Air

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

8:30 am - 9:35 am

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CGO

37h 05m

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10:45 am - 6:47 pm

CGO

DTW

44h 02m

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$1,128Korean Air

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8:25 am - 11:45 am

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SZX

39h 20m

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7:30 am - 11:43 pm

SZX

DTW

28h 13m

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$1,191China Eastern

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8:25 am - 12:10 am

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SZX

27h 45m

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1:05 pm - 11:43 pm

SZX

DTW

46h 38m

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$1,197China Eastern

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6:00 am - 9:05 pm

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CGO

27h 05m

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8:30 am - 10:41 am

CGO

DTW

38h 11m

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$1,675American Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 8

7:44 am - 9:20 pm

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SHE

25h 36m

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12:00 pm - 11:43 pm

SHE

DTW

23h 43m

2 stops

$1,720American Airlines

Mon, Aug 10 - Fri, Sep 18

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ANA flights from Detroit to China

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ANA

Jul 16

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 40m

2 stops

PVG8:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Sep 29

PVG1:50 amShanghai Pu Dong

25h 37m

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DTW3:27 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,269

ANA

Aug 31

DTW4:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 49m

2 stops

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 8

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 54m

2 stops

DTW3:29 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,298

ANA

Oct 22

DTW10:25 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

37h 50m

2 stops

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 2

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 43m

2 stops

DTW2:23 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,299

Korean Air flights from Detroit to China

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Sep 10

DTW10:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 05m

2 stops

CGO9:35 amZhengzhou

Sep 14

CGO10:45 amZhengzhou

40h 34m

2 stops

DTW3:19 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,122

Korean Air

Sep 28

DTW8:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

37h 05m

2 stops

CGO9:35 amZhengzhou

Oct 8

CGO10:45 amZhengzhou

44h 02m

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DTW6:47 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,128

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Sep 14

DTW12:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

45h 00m

2 stops

PEK9:30 pmBeijing Capital

Dec 13

PEK1:30 amBeijing Capital

43h 21m

2 stops

DTW7:51 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,134

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Mon 8/31

9:00 am-2:20 am

2 stops29h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 9/8

10:20 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops37h 23m

$980

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DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/19

6:40 am-1:25 am

2 stops30h 45m

Beijing Capital

Thu 9/10

10:00 am-11:43 pm

2 stops25h 43m

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DTW - PVG

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/21

8:50 pm-6:25 am

1 stop21h 35m

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Wed 10/28

9:55 am-7:00 pm

1 stop45h 05m

$1,071

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/21

8:50 pm-6:25 am

1 stop21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/28

9:55 am-7:00 pm

1 stop45h 05m

$1,072

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DTWCGO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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10:30 am-9:35 am

2 stops35h 05m

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10:45 am-3:19 pm

2 stops40h 34m

$1,122

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DTWCGO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/28

8:30 am-9:35 am

2 stops37h 05m

Zhengzhou

Thu 10/8

10:45 am-6:47 pm

2 stops44h 02m

$1,128

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DTW - SZX

DTWSZX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/21

8:25 am-11:45 am

2 stops39h 20m

Shenzhen

Wed 10/28

7:30 am-11:43 pm

2 stops28h 13m

$1,191

DetroitShenzhen

DTW - SZX

DTWSZX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/21

8:25 am-12:10 am

2 stops27h 45m

Shenzhen

Wed 10/28

1:05 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops46h 38m

$1,197

DetroitZhengzhou

DTW - CGO

DTWCGO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/28

6:00 am-9:05 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Zhengzhou

Thu 10/8

8:30 am-10:41 am

3 stops38h 11m

$1,675

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DTW - SHE

DTWSHE

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/10

7:44 am-9:20 pm

2 stops25h 36m

Shenyang

Fri 9/18

12:00 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$1,720

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

In general, March 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 $479. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to China from Detroit during October instead. Flights to China in October, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $626.

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 $1,796. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to China on Wednesday is $2,306.

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 $2,050. 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?

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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.

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to China

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 5 operators available for flights from Detroit to China as of July 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 96.30% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 1.85% and Boeing 787 Dreamliner with 1.85%.

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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $898	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,403 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $924	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,436 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,046	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,452 reviews	Search Delta flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,160	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,265 reviews	Search ANA flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,211	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 226 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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