What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Delta, China Eastern 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 87% 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.

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

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

Cathay Pacific is the most popular carrier operating from Detroit to Shanghai

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 November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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 November 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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,864 to $1,936. The lowest price recently found on this route was $970.

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8:00 am - 1:30 pmDTW-PVG

40h 30m2 stops

7:10 am - 8:18 pmPVG-DTW

26h 08m2 stops

$970Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 28

11:28 am - 9:45 amDTW-PVG

33h 17m2 stops

8:50 am - 9:02 pmPVG-DTW

25h 12m2 stops

$976Multiple Airlines

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12:12 pm - 11:35 amDTW-PVG

35h 23m2 stops

1:25 pm - 9:01 pmPVG-DTW

43h 36m2 stops

$978Cathay Pacific

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12:12 pm - 10:10 pmDTW-PVG

45h 58m2 stops

8:35 am - 12:24 amPVG-DTW

27h 49m2 stops

$990Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 30

12:12 pm - 4:15 pmDTW-PVG

40h 03m2 stops

7:20 am - 9:01 pmPVG-DTW

25h 41m2 stops

$1,005Cathay Pacific

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8:00 am - 12:20 pmDTW-SHA

39h 20m2 stops

10:30 pm - 9:08 pmSHA-DTW

35h 38m2 stops

$1,020Multiple Airlines

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12:12 pm - 12:30 pmDTW-PVG

36h 18m2 stops

8:30 am - 8:59 pmPVG-DTW

24h 29m2 stops

$1,020Multiple Airlines

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5:15 pm - 10:15 pmDTW-PVG

40h 00m2 stops

2:00 pm - 4:26 pmPVG-DTW

39h 26m2 stops

$1,026Multiple Airlines

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5:35 pm - 3:20 pmDTW-SHA

32h 45m2 stops

1:35 pm - 5:25 pmSHA-DTW

40h 50m2 stops

$1,055Cathay Pacific

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11:30 am - 5:10 pmDTW-SHA

40h 40m1 stop

6:25 pm - 8:40 amSHA-DTW

27h 15m1 stop

$1,224Korean Air

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Dec 10

DTW2:11 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 34m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 24

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

37h 53m

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DTW2:03 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Nov 26

DTW5:33 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

41h 12m

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SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 2

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

36h 19m

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DTW12:29 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Nov 26

DTW6:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

40h 00m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 5

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

43h 16m

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DTW7:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$2,594

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Jan 14

DTW11:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

40h 40m

1 stop

SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 11

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 15m

1 stop

DTW8:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,224

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Jan 8

DTW11:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

40h 40m

1 stop

SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 21

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 15m

1 stop

DTW8:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,623

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Apr 5

DTW12:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

40h 20m

1 stop

SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Apr 19

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 10m

1 stop

DTW10:35 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,674

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Wed 1/14

8:00 am-1:30 pm

2 stops40h 30m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/28

7:10 am-8:18 pm

2 stops26h 08m

$970

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DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/13

11:28 am-9:45 am

2 stops33h 17m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 1/20

8:50 am-9:02 pm

2 stops25h 12m

$976

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/16

12:12 pm-11:35 am

2 stops35h 23m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/6

1:25 pm-9:01 pm

2 stops43h 36m

$978

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/1

12:12 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops45h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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8:35 am-12:24 am

2 stops27h 49m

$990

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/16

12:12 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops40h 03m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/8

7:20 am-9:01 pm

2 stops25h 41m

$1,005

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/19

8:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 2/26

10:30 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops35h 38m

$1,020

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DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/10

12:12 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops36h 18m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/15

8:30 am-8:59 pm

2 stops24h 29m

$1,020

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/12

5:15 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops40h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/26

2:00 pm-4:26 pm

2 stops39h 26m

$1,026

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/18

5:35 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/4

1:35 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops40h 50m

$1,055

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DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

11:30 am-5:10 pm

1 stop40h 40m

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Sun 2/1

6:25 pm-8:40 am

1 stop27h 15m

$1,224

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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 $1,208.

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 $1,518. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Detroit to Shanghai for around $1,788.

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?

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Fastest flight time	14h 20m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to Shanghai takes 14h 20m

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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 25m 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 November 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 $684	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,004 reviews	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,004	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,045 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,219	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,046 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,278	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 178 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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

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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

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?

Cathay Pacific 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 November 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 November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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