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Cheap flights from Detroit to Shanghai from $499

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6:15 pm - 12:25 pmDTW-SHA
29h 10m2 stops
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1:40 pm - 5:12 amSHA-DTW
28h 32m2 stops
$926Multiple Airlines
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lun., ene. 19 - lun., ene. 26
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8:00 am - 12:20 pmDTW-SHA
39h 20m2 stops
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4:35 pm - 5:25 pmSHA-DTW
37h 50m2 stops
$972Multiple Airlines
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lun., ene. 19 - mar., feb. 3
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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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mié., abr. 1 - jue., abr. 30
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6:15 pm - 5:25 pmDTW-SHA
34h 10m2 stops
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9:45 pm - 5:12 amSHA-DTW
44h 27m3 stops
$1,138Multiple Airlines
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lun., ene. 19 - sáb., ene. 24
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8:00 am - 12:20 pmDTW-SHA
39h 20m2 stops
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4:35 pm - 5:19 pmSHA-DTW
37h 44m2 stops
$1,145Multiple Airlines
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sáb., ene. 31 - vie., feb. 6
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9:00 am - 12:25 pmDTW-SHA
38h 25m2 stops
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1:40 pm - 1:21 pmSHA-DTW
36h 41m2 stops
$1,151ANA
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mar., ene. 13 - mar., ene. 20
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9:01 am - 9:55 amDTW-SHA
35h 54m3 stops
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9:45 pm - 5:12 amSHA-DTW
44h 27m3 stops
$1,192Multiple Airlines
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lun., ene. 19 - sáb., ene. 24
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6:14 pm - 5:55 pmDTW-SHA
35h 41m2 stops
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11:50 am - 5:05 amSHA-DTW
29h 15m2 stops
$1,219Multiple Airlines
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vie., mar. 13 - lun., mar. 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
$1,225Korean Air
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lun., ene. 19 - mar., feb. 3
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6:15 pm - 12:20 pmDTW-SHA
29h 05m2 stops
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1:35 pm - 5:12 amSHA-DTW
28h 37m2 stops
$1,231Multiple Airlines
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dom., feb. 1 - vie., feb. 6

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
Feb 3
DTW5:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
38h 20m
2 stops
SHA8:55 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 10
SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
37h 50m
2 stops
DTW5:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,381
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Cathay Pacific
Dec 25
DTW3:32 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 48m
2 stops
SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 16
SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
43h 00m
2 stops
DTW10:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$2,886
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ANA flights from Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

Our best ANA deals on Detroit to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight tickets
ANA
Jan 13
DTW9:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
38h 25m
2 stops
SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Jan 20
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 41m
2 stops
DTW1:21 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,151
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ANA
Feb 4
DTW11:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
36h 05m
2 stops
SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Mar 4
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
36h 48m
2 stops
DTW1:28 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,264
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ANA
Feb 14
DTW2:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
33h 05m
2 stops
SHA12:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
Feb 21
SHA1:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl
40h 45m
2 stops
DTW5:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,667
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DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 1/19

6:15 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops29h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 1/26

1:40 pm-5:12 am

2 stops28h 32m

$926

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 1/19

8:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 2/3

4:35 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops37h 50m

$972

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 4/1

1:08 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops38h 27m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 4/30

1:20 pm-9:01 pm

2 stops43h 41m

$1,054

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 1/19

6:15 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 1/24

9:45 pm-5:12 am

3 stops44h 27m

$1,138

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 1/31

8:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 2/6

4:35 pm-5:19 pm

2 stops37h 44m

$1,145

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 1/13

9:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops38h 25m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 1/20

1:40 pm-1:21 pm

2 stops36h 41m

$1,151

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 1/19

9:01 am-9:55 am

3 stops35h 54m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

sáb. 1/24

9:45 pm-5:12 am

3 stops44h 27m

$1,192

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 3/13

6:14 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops35h 41m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 3/16

11:50 am-5:05 am

2 stops29h 15m

$1,219

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 1/19

11:30 am-5:10 pm

1 stop40h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 2/3

6:25 pm-8:40 am

1 stop27h 15m

$1,225

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 2/1

6:15 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

vie. 2/6

1:35 pm-5:12 am

2 stops28h 37m

$1,231

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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 26h 21m.

  • 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
8,010 reviews
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