Cheap flights from Detroit to Shanghai from $578

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Korean Air Logo
6:00 pm - 5:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
59h 05m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 2:53 pm
SHA
-
DTW
32h 28m
2 stops
$1,149Korean Air
Sun, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 31
Korean Air Logo
6:00 pm - 5:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
59h 05m
2 stops
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 9:25 am
SHA
-
DTW
51h 00m
2 stops
$1,157Korean Air
Sun, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 31
Korean Air Logo
12:40 pm - 5:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
40h 25m
1 stop
Korean Air Logo
6:25 pm - 10:15 am
SHA
-
DTW
27h 50m
1 stop
$1,225Korean Air
Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:51 pm - 12:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
34h 14m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 11:20 am
SHA
-
DTW
34h 00m
2 stops
$1,294Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 10:35 am
DTW
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SHA
37h 25m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 10:20 pm
SHA
-
DTW
26h 45m
2 stops
$1,363Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:51 pm - 12:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
34h 14m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 11:20 am
SHA
-
DTW
34h 00m
2 stops
$1,369Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Oct 6
ANA Logo
7:30 am - 12:15 pm
DTW
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SHA
40h 45m
2 stops
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 1:00 pm
SHA
-
DTW
35h 20m
2 stops
$1,381ANA
Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 28
ANA Logo
8:50 am - 12:15 pm
DTW
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SHA
39h 25m
2 stops
ANA Logo
1:40 pm - 3:16 pm
SHA
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DTW
38h 36m
2 stops
$1,388ANA
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Nov 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:43 pm - 12:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
28h 22m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 11:20 am
SHA
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DTW
34h 00m
2 stops
$1,419Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:49 pm - 12:05 pm
DTW
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SHA
32h 16m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 1:51 pm
SHA
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DTW
36h 31m
2 stops
$1,462Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Sep 2

ANA flights from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best ANA deals on Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
ANA
Oct 15
DTW7:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
40h 45m
2 stops
SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Oct 28
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
35h 20m
2 stops
DTW1:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,381
ANA
Aug 18
DTW8:50 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
39h 25m
2 stops
SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Nov 17
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
38h 36m
2 stops
DTW3:16 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,388
ANA
Jun 1
DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
42h 15m
2 stops
SHA12:15 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jun 16
SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 59m
2 stops
DTW2:34 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$2,105

Korean Air flights from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best Korean Air deals on Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
Korean Air
Aug 16
DTW6:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
59h 05m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 31
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 28m
2 stops
DTW2:53 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,149
Korean Air
Aug 16
DTW6:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
59h 05m
2 stops
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Aug 31
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
51h 00m
2 stops
DTW9:25 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,157
Korean Air
Aug 24
DTW12:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
40h 25m
1 stop
SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Sep 9
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 50m
1 stop
DTW10:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,225

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DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/16

6:00 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops59h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/31

6:25 pm-2:53 pm

2 stops32h 28m

$1,149

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/16

6:00 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops59h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/31

6:25 pm-9:25 am

2 stops51h 00m

$1,157

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/24

12:40 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop40h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/9

6:25 pm-10:15 am

1 stop27h 50m

$1,225

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/10

1:51 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops34h 14m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/22

1:20 pm-11:20 am

2 stops34h 00m

$1,294

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/1

8:10 am-10:35 am

3 stops37h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 11/15

8:35 am-10:20 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$1,363

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/21

1:51 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops34h 14m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 10/6

1:20 pm-11:20 am

2 stops34h 00m

$1,369

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/15

7:30 am-12:15 pm

2 stops40h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 10/28

1:40 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops35h 20m

$1,381

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

8:50 am-12:15 pm

2 stops39h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/17

1:40 pm-3:16 pm

2 stops38h 36m

$1,388
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DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/6

7:43 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops28h 22m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/14

1:20 pm-11:20 am

2 stops34h 00m

$1,419

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/19

3:49 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops32h 16m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/2

1:20 pm-1:51 pm

2 stops36h 31m

$1,462

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

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 May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $558, 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 May, then you should wait until July to fly from Detroit, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $586.

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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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.

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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DeltaPriceFrom $1,046Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,450 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $1,270Free CancellationRating
7.3
211 reviews
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