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

The number of flights available between Detroit and Shanghai is 7 per week as of July 2025. 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 Shanghai?

Air Canada is the most popular carrier operating from Detroit to Shanghai

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

1 flights are operational daily from Detroit to Shanghai as of July 2025. 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 Shanghai?

Delta, American Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 80% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Shanghai 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 Shanghai?

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

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

There are 4 operators available for flights from Detroit to Shanghai as of July 2025.

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

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 Shanghai.

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

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

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,250 to $1,661. The lowest price recently found on this route was $855.

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1:38 pm - 12:50 pmDTW-SHA

35h 12m2 stops

8:10 am - 6:15 amSHA-DTW

34h 05m2 stops

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5:30 pm - 11:00 amDTW-SHA

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mar., ago. 26 - mar., sep. 2

8:05 pm - 5:10 pmDTW-PVG

32h 05m1 stop

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$1,077Turkish Airlines

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8:05 pm - 5:10 pmDTW-PVG

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$1,078Turkish Airlines

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11:00 am - 12:25 pmDTW-SHA

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1:40 pm - 6:53 pmSHA-DTW

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4:20 pm - 12:15 pmDTW-SHA

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6:18 pm - 8:55 pmDTW-SHA

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1:20 pm - 9:48 pmSHA-DTW

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8:53 pm - 8:55 pmDTW-SHA

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$1,712Cathay Pacific

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12:30 pm - 5:05 pmDTW-SHA

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6:25 pm - 10:20 amSHA-DTW

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27h 55m1 stop

$1,753Korean Air

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ANA flights from Detroit to Shanghai

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ANA

Nov 5

DTW11:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

36h 25m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 12

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 13m

2 stops

DTW6:53 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Oct 13

DTW4:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 55m

2 stops

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 27

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 31m

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DTW1:11 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Oct 19

DTW4:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 55m

2 stops

SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 30

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 48m

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DTW3:28 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,391

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Cathay Pacific

Aug 23

DTW6:18 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 37m

2 stops

SHA8:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 14

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

44h 28m

2 stops

DTW9:48 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Cathay Pacific

Aug 1

DTW8:53 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

60h 02m

2 stops

SHA8:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Aug 31

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

57h 30m

2 stops

DTW10:50 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,712

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 11

DTW6:02 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 53m

2 stops

SHA8:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 20

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 20m

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DTW9:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Detroit is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,204, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around $1,211.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,530. 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 to Shanghai for around $1,902.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Detroit to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the evening for as low as $1,195. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $2,087.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Shanghai flight route?

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Shanghai from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Shanghai for around $1,632 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Shanghai from Detroit for as low as $1,229 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to Shanghai 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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Best Price Found	$420
Fastest flight time	20h 45m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $420. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $855.

The fastest flight from Detroit to Shanghai takes 20h 45m

Direct flights go from Detroit to Shanghai every day.

There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

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How far is Detroit to Shanghai by plane?
The distance between Detroit and Shanghai is about 7116.0 mi. Typically, this will take 23h 08m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Shanghai were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Shanghai?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Detroit to Shanghai as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Shanghai?
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 Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai 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 Shanghai. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $834	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,953 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $966	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,003	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,901 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,293	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 151 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

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

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Detroit to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the evening for as low as $1,195. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $2,087.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Shanghai flight route?

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to Shanghai?

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

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

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

Air Canada is the most popular carrier operating from Detroit to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

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

1 flights are operational daily from Detroit to Shanghai as of July 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 100% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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

The number of flights available between Detroit and Shanghai is 7 per week as of July 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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