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Cheap flights from Detroit to Shanghai from $643

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8:00 am - 12:20 pmDTW-SHA
39h 20m2 stops
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1:35 pm - 9:08 pmSHA-DTW
44h 33m2 stops
$970Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 23
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1:08 pm - 12:20 pmDTW-SHA
35h 12m2 stops
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1:20 pm - 9:01 pmSHA-DTW
43h 41m2 stops
$990Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Apr 29
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8:00 am - 12:20 pmDTW-SHA
39h 20m2 stops
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10:30 pm - 8:18 pmSHA-DTW
34h 48m2 stops
$1,020Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Jan 13 - Thu, Jan 29
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6:15 pm - 12:40 pmDTW-SHA
29h 25m2 stops
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10:10 am - 5:12 amSHA-DTW
32h 02m2 stops
$1,027Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
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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
$1,045Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Feb 24
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1:08 pm - 3:35 pmDTW-SHA
38h 27m2 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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1:08 pm - 12:20 pmDTW-SHA
35h 12m2 stops
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1:20 pm - 9:01 pmSHA-DTW
43h 41m2 stops
$1,077Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Mar 17 - Wed, Apr 15
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6:14 pm - 12:40 pmDTW-SHA
30h 26m2 stops
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11:50 am - 5:12 amSHA-DTW
29h 22m2 stops
$1,103Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 21
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1:08 pm - 3:35 pmDTW-SHA
38h 27m2 stops
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4:50 pm - 12:24 amSHA-DTW
43h 34m2 stops
$1,127Cathay Pacific
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Wed, Apr 1 - Fri, Apr 10
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8:01 pm - 5:10 pmDTW-SHA
32h 09m2 stops
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6:25 pm - 4:02 pmSHA-DTW
33h 37m2 stops
$1,140Korean Air
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Mon, Jan 19 - Tue, Apr 14

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
DTW1:08 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
38h 27m
2 stops
SHA3:35 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 17
DTW1:08 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
35h 12m
2 stops
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 15
SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
43h 41m
2 stops
DTW9:01 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,077
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Cathay Pacific
Apr 1
DTW1:08 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
38h 27m
2 stops
SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 10
SHA4:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
43h 34m
2 stops
DTW12:24 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,127
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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
Jan 19
DTW8:01 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
32h 09m
2 stops
SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 14
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
33h 37m
2 stops
DTW4:02 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,140
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Korean Air
Jan 19
DTW8:01 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
32h 09m
2 stops
SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Apr 18
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
32h 28m
2 stops
DTW2:53 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,190
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Korean Air
Jan 15
DTW11:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
40h 40m
1 stop
SHA5:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 28
SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
27h 15m
1 stop
DTW8:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,206
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DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/19

8:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/23

1:35 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops44h 33m

$970

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/10

1:08 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops35h 12m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/29

1:20 pm-9:01 pm

2 stops43h 41m

$990

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/13

8:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/29

10:30 pm-8:18 pm

2 stops34h 48m

$1,020

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

6:15 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops29h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/15

10:10 am-5:12 am

2 stops32h 02m

$1,027

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

8:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/24

4:35 pm-9:08 pm

2 stops41h 33m

$1,045

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/1

1:08 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops38h 27m

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

Tue 3/17

1:08 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops35h 12m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/15

1:20 pm-9:01 pm

2 stops43h 41m

$1,077

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/8

6:14 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops30h 26m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 3/21

11:50 am-5:12 am

2 stops29h 22m

$1,103

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/1

1:08 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops38h 27m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 4/10

4:50 pm-12:24 am

2 stops43h 34m

$1,127

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/19

8:01 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops32h 09m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/14

6:25 pm-4:02 pm

2 stops33h 37m

$1,140

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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 September to fly from Detroit, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,284.

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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Fastest flight time

14h 20m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport takes 14h 20m
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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  • 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 28h 20m.

  • 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 $1,160Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,998 reviews
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