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Cheap flights from Detroit to Shanghai from $588

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Detroit to Shanghai departing on 8/19. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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1:01 pm - 12:05 pm
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SHA
35h 04m
2 stops
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10:30 pm - 7:36 pm
SHA
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DTW
33h 06m
2 stops
$1,120Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14
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12:56 pm - 12:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
35h 09m
2 stops
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4:50 pm - 11:43 pm
SHA
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DTW
42h 53m
2 stops
$1,148Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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5:00 pm - 12:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
31h 05m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:30 pm - 11:43 pm
SHA
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DTW
37h 13m
2 stops
$1,150Cathay Pacific
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 21
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12:56 pm - 12:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
35h 09m
2 stops
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10:30 pm - 9:34 pm
SHA
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DTW
35h 04m
2 stops
$1,152Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 18
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1:01 pm - 12:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
35h 04m
2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:20 pm - 11:43 pm
SHA
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DTW
46h 23m
2 stops
$1,184Cathay Pacific
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 23
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12:56 pm - 12:05 pm
DTW
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35h 09m
2 stops
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1:20 pm - 11:43 pm
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DTW
46h 23m
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$1,202Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16
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1:06 pm - 12:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
34h 59m
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4:35 pm - 11:52 pm
SHA
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DTW
44h 17m
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$1,223Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Nov 17
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1:06 pm - 12:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
34h 59m
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4:35 pm - 11:52 pm
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DTW
44h 17m
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$1,226Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Nov 17
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1:06 pm - 12:05 pm
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34h 59m
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4:35 pm - 10:52 pm
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DTW
43h 17m
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$1,227Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Nov 17
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1:06 pm - 12:05 pm
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34h 59m
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4:35 pm - 11:52 pm
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44h 17m
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$1,229Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Nov 17

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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
Sep 7
DTW5:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 05m
2 stops
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 21
SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
37h 13m
2 stops
DTW11:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,150
Cathay Pacific
Sep 2
DTW1:01 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
35h 04m
2 stops
SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 23
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
46h 23m
2 stops
DTW11:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,184
Cathay Pacific
Oct 28
DTW7:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
32h 06m
2 stops
SHA3:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 6
SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
44h 17m
2 stops
DTW11:52 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,234

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
Nov 16
DTW1:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
33h 15m
2 stops
SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 30
SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 51m
2 stops
DTW1:01 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,349
Japan Airlines
Nov 24
DTW6:44 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
40h 01m
2 stops
SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 30
SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 51m
2 stops
DTW1:01 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,454
Japan Airlines
Nov 30
DTW1:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
33h 15m
2 stops
SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Dec 12
SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
22h 47m
2 stops
DTW10:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,735

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 23, 2026.
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DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/7

1:01 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops35h 04m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/14

10:30 pm-7:36 pm

2 stops33h 06m

$1,120

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/15

12:56 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops35h 09m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/22

4:50 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops42h 53m

$1,148

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/7

5:00 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/21

10:30 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops37h 13m

$1,150

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/1

12:56 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops35h 09m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/18

10:30 pm-9:34 pm

2 stops35h 04m

$1,152

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/2

1:01 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops35h 04m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/23

1:20 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops46h 23m

$1,184

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/12

12:56 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops35h 09m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/16

1:20 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops46h 23m

$1,202

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

1:06 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops34h 59m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/17

4:35 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops44h 17m

$1,223

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

1:06 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops34h 59m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/17

4:35 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops44h 17m

$1,226

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

1:06 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops34h 59m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/17

4:35 pm-10:52 pm

2 stops43h 17m

$1,227

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

1:06 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops34h 59m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/17

4:35 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops44h 17m

$1,229

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,309 to $1,460.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,120.

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 November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,253, 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 November, then you should wait until September to fly from Detroit, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,335.

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Cheap Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (DTT to SHA) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

15h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 15h 05m
There are no direct flights from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

  • 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 15h 05m.

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

    Prices for flights from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are updated daily.

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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.

  • What is the most popular airline from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,046Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,484 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $1,255Free CancellationRating
7.3
229 reviews
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