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7:01 am - 9:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
25h 54m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl
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1:10 pm - 5:20 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
41h 10m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$1,071Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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8:30 am - 9:25 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
47h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda
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2:35 am - 1:30 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 55m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,086ANA
Thu, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 17
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8:30 am - 1:15 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
27h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda
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2:35 am - 7:12 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
29h 37m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,086ANA
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 15
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8:05 pm - 8:15 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
23h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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9:55 am - 6:00 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
45h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$1,093Turkish Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Wed, Jan 20
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9:05 pm - 5:10 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
32h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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10:25 pm - 6:50 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
32h 25m1 stop Istanbul
$1,093Turkish Airlines
Wed, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 14
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12:31 pm - 1:15 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
23h 44m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda
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2:35 am - 1:30 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 55m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,113Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Tue, Feb 23
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6:03 am - 4:50 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:50 pm - 1:07 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 17m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$1,209American Airlines
Mon, Jan 4 - Wed, Jan 20
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6:03 am - 4:50 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:50 pm - 10:34 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
28h 44m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
$1,309American Airlines
Sat, Dec 26 - Sat, Jan 16
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10:05 am - 3:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 10mnonstop
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10:00 am - 10:33 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 33mnonstop
$1,609Delta
Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 24
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10:05 am - 3:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
16h 10mnonstop
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10:00 am - 10:33 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 33mnonstop
$1,609Delta
Mon, Jan 25 - Wed, Feb 24

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ANA flights from Detroit to Shanghai

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ANA
Jan 28
DTW1:53 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 22m
2 stops
PVG1:15 amShanghai Pu Dong
Feb 17
PVG2:35 amShanghai Pu Dong
23h 55m
2 stops
DTW1:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,086
ANA
Jan 27
DTW12:31 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 44m
2 stops
PVG1:15 amShanghai Pu Dong
Feb 4
PVG8:35 amShanghai Pu Dong
25h 05m
2 stops
DTW8:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,097
ANA
Jan 21
DTW8:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
47h 55m
2 stops
PVG9:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Feb 17
PVG2:35 amShanghai Pu Dong
23h 55m
2 stops
DTW1:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,118

Qatar Airways flights from Detroit to Shanghai

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Detroit to Shanghai flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Mar 23
DTW5:22 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
40h 38m
2 stops
PVG10:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Apr 14
PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong
38h 34m
2 stops
DTW9:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,121
Qatar Airways
Mar 24
DTW1:36 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
37h 04m
2 stops
PVG2:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Apr 12
PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong
36h 10m
2 stops
DTW12:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,143
Qatar Airways
Mar 22
DTW10:16 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
40h 24m
2 stops
PVG2:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Apr 4
PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong
38h 59m
2 stops
DTW9:39 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,182

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DetroitShanghai

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/26

7:01 am-9:55 pm

2 stops25h 54m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/3

1:10 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops41h 10m

$1,071

DetroitShanghai

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/4

8:30 am-9:25 pm

2 stops47h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/17

2:35 am-1:30 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$1,086

DetroitShanghai

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/28

8:30 am-1:15 am

2 stops27h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 2/15

2:35 am-7:12 pm

2 stops29h 37m

$1,086

DetroitShanghai

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/4

8:05 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/20

9:55 am-6:00 pm

1 stop45h 05m

$1,093

DetroitShanghai

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/24

9:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 4/14

10:25 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$1,093

DetroitShanghai

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/18

12:31 pm-1:15 am

2 stops23h 44m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/23

2:35 am-1:30 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$1,113

DetroitShanghai

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/4

6:03 am-4:50 pm

1 stop21h 47m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/20

6:50 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops31h 17m

$1,209

DetroitShanghai

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/26

6:03 am-4:50 pm

1 stop21h 47m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/16

6:50 pm-10:34 am

2 stops28h 44m

$1,309
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DetroitShanghai

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/27

10:05 am-3:15 pm

Nonstop16h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/24

10:00 am-10:33 am

Nonstop13h 33m

$1,609

DetroitShanghai

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/25

10:05 am-3:15 pm

Nonstop16h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 2/24

10:00 am-10:33 am

Nonstop13h 33m

$1,609

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

Prices are currently high for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $716 to $1,068.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,071.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Detroit is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,260, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of November is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around $1,282.

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 $1,688. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Detroit to Shanghai for around $2,231.

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.

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Best Price Found

$543

Fastest flight time

15h 05m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Shanghai

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $543. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,071.
The fastest flight from Detroit to Shanghai takes 15h 05m
Direct flights go from Detroit to Shanghai every day.
There are 2 airports in Shanghai. From Detroit there are direct flights to Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to Shanghai

  • How far is Detroit to Shanghai by plane?

    The distance between Detroit and Shanghai is about 7116.0 mi. Typically, this will take 15h 05m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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  • 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.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Shanghai

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DeltaPriceFrom $541Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,698 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $807Free CancellationRating
7.3
248 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $948Free CancellationRating
7.4
4,466 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $963Free CancellationRating
7.0
12,234 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,289Free CancellationRating
8.3
1,339 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,397Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,537 reviews
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