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Cheap flights from Detroit to Shanghai from $525

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9:18 am - 9:55 amDTW-SHA
35h 37m2 stops
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7:45 am - 5:30 amSHA-DTW
34h 45m2 stops
$928Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Sun, Dec 7
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8:00 am - 12:20 pmDTW-SHA
39h 20m2 stops
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4:35 pm - 9:08 pmSHA-DTW
41h 33m2 stops
$970Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 17
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8:00 am - 12:20 pmDTW-SHA
39h 20m2 stops
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1:20 pm - 9:01 pmSHA-DTW
43h 41m2 stops
$990Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Apr 21
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9:18 am - 12:25 pmDTW-SHA
38h 07m2 stops
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1:40 pm - 5:30 amSHA-DTW
28h 50m2 stops
$993Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 22
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12:12 pm - 12:05 pmDTW-SHA
35h 53m2 stops
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1:20 pm - 9:01 pmSHA-DTW
43h 41m2 stops
$1,054Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 30
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12:12 pm - 12:20 pmDTW-SHA
36h 08m2 stops
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1:20 pm - 12:20 amSHA-DTW
47h 00m2 stops
$1,221Cathay Pacific
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Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 30
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2:11 pm - 11:45 amDTW-SHA
32h 34m2 stops
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1:10 pm - 12:29 pmSHA-DTW
36h 19m2 stops
$1,459Japan Airlines
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Tue, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 16
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11:30 am - 5:10 pmDTW-SHA
40h 40m1 stop
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6:25 pm - 8:40 amSHA-DTW
27h 15m1 stop
$1,824Korean Air
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Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Feb 11
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1:00 pm - 5:10 pmDTW-SHA
40h 10m1 stop
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6:25 pm - 10:35 amSHA-DTW
28h 10m1 stop
$1,832Korean Air
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Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 30
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12:56 pm - 11:45 amDTW-SHA
33h 49m2 stops
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1:10 pm - 12:26 pmSHA-DTW
36h 16m2 stops
$1,887Japan Airlines
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Sun, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 13

Cathay Pacific flights from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Apr 1
DTW12:12 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
35h 53m
2 stops
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 30
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
43h 41m
2 stops
DTW9:01 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,054
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Cathay Pacific
Mar 9
DTW12:12 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
36h 08m
2 stops
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 30
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
47h 00m
2 stops
DTW12:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,221
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Cathay Pacific
Nov 17
DTW3:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 30m
2 stops
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 24
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
37h 22m
2 stops
DTW10:52 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,490
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Japan Airlines flights from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Japan Airlines
Dec 9
DTW2:11 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
32h 34m
2 stops
SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 16
SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 19m
2 stops
DTW12:29 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,459
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Japan Airlines
Dec 7
DTW12:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
33h 49m
2 stops
SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 13
SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 16m
2 stops
DTW12:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,887
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Japan Airlines
Nov 23
DTW7:48 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
38h 57m
2 stops
SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 4
SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 16m
2 stops
DTW12:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$2,070
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DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/24

9:18 am-9:55 am

2 stops35h 37m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 12/7

7:45 am-5:30 am

2 stops34h 45m

$928

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/3

8:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/17

4:35 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops41h 33m

$970

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

8:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/21

1:20 pm-9:01 pm

2 stops43h 41m

$990

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/2

9:18 am-12:25 pm

2 stops38h 07m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/22

1:40 pm-5:30 am

2 stops28h 50m

$993

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/1

12:12 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops35h 53m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/30

1:20 pm-9:01 pm

2 stops43h 41m

$1,054

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

12:12 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops36h 08m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/30

1:20 pm-12:20 am

2 stops47h 00m

$1,221

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/9

2:11 pm-11:45 am

2 stops32h 34m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/16

1:10 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops36h 19m

$1,459

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

11:30 am-5:10 pm

1 stop40h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 2/11

6:25 pm-8:40 am

1 stop27h 15m

$1,824

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

1:00 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop40h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/30

6:25 pm-10:35 am

1 stop28h 10m

$1,832

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/7

12:56 pm-11:45 am

2 stops33h 49m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 12/13

1:10 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops36h 16m

$1,887

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport from Detroit is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,175, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in April, then you should wait until November to fly from Detroit, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,204.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $1,619. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Detroit because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,842.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is in the evening. Flights from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport during this time can be as low as $1,101. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $2,331. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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  • How far is Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl by plane?

    There are 7120.0 mi between Detroit and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. By plane, this route typically takes 26h 40m.

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

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,070Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,041 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,162Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,004 reviews
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