What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Delta, China Eastern and ANA 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 5 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 week?

The number of flights available between Detroit and Shanghai is 7 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

1 flights are operational daily from Detroit to Shanghai as of February 2026. 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

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Shanghai?

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

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There are 5 operators available for flights from Detroit to Shanghai as of February 2026.

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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7:16 pm - 4:25 pm

DTW

PVG

33h 09m

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7:20 am - 10:59 pm

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DTW

27h 39m

2 stops

$848Cathay Pacific

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, May 13

6:14 pm - 8:55 pm

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SHA

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32h 35m

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32h 19m

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$891Cathay Pacific

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27h 39m

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$891Cathay Pacific

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33h 11m

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46h 22m

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$923Turkish Airlines

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21h 35m

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32h 20m

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$932Turkish Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, May 6

ANA flights from Detroit to Shanghai

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Feb 17

DTW2:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

21h 55m

2 stops

PVG1:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 2

PVG2:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

29h 20m

2 stops

DTW6:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,118

ANA

Feb 16

DTW9:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 05m

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PVG1:15 amShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 3

PVG2:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

29h 20m

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DTW6:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,135

ANA

Feb 16

DTW7:28 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

39h 57m

2 stops

SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Feb 23

SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 15m

2 stops

DTW6:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,151

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Cathay Pacific

Apr 22

DTW7:16 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 09m

2 stops

PVG4:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

May 13

PVG7:20 amShanghai Pu Dong

27h 39m

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DTW10:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$848

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Apr 29

DTW7:16 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 19m

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SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 19

SHA4:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 09m

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DTW10:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$891

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Apr 3

DTW7:31 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

28h 34m

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PVG12:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

May 26

PVG1:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

46h 22m

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DTW11:42 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$899

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$848

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2 stops27h 30m

$850

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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$891

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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7:16 pm-12:05 pm

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Shanghai Pu Dong

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$891

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Tue 3/10

6:14 pm-3:25 pm

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$892

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7:31 pm-12:05 pm

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Shanghai Pu Dong

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2 stops46h 22m

$899

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DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/10

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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1 stop45h 15m

$923

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DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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8:50 pm-6:25 am

1 stop21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

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10:25 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 20m

$932

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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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,544. 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 $1,956.

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 morning. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the morning for as low as $1,742. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $2,274.

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

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The distance between Detroit and Shanghai is about 7116.0 mi. Typically, this will take 15h 05m by plane in normal conditions.
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There are 5 operators available for flights from Detroit to Shanghai as of February 2026.
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 $633	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,180 reviews	Search Delta flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $924	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,213 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,160	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,090 reviews	Search ANA flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,219	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,266 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,222	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 192 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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