What is the cheapest airline that flies from Michigan to Shanghai?

Japan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Michigan to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Delta, China Eastern and ANA are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Michigan according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 65% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Michigan to Shanghai on average per week?

As of May 2026, 7 flights take off from Michigan and land in Shanghai each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Michigan to Shanghai on average per day?

As of May 2026, 1 flights take off from Michigan and land in Shanghai each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai?

Flight times from Michigan to Shanghai vary, but if you’re flying out of Detroit and flying into Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 15h 05m on average. Another popular route from Michigan to Shanghai is flying from Flint to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 26h 15m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Michigan to Shanghai?

Prices for flights from Michigan to Shanghai are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Michigan to Shanghai?

The number of operators available for flights from Michigan to Shanghai is 11 as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan to Shanghai?

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 Michigan to Shanghai.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai 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. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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8:50 pm - 6:25 am

DTW

PVG

21h 35m

1 stop

11:05 pm - 6:10 pm

PVG

DTW

32h 05m

1 stop

$1,106Turkish Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Nov 17

7:01 am - 4:20 pm

DTW

PVG

45h 19m

2 stops

6:40 pm - 5:26 am

PVG

DTW

46h 46m

2 stops

$1,108Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 9

6:00 pm - 5:05 pm

DTW

SHA

35h 05m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 2:53 pm

SHA

DTW

32h 28m

2 stops

$1,141Korean Air

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 15

6:00 pm - 5:05 pm

DTW

SHA

35h 05m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 3:07 pm

SHA

DTW

32h 42m

2 stops

$1,191Korean Air

Sun, Aug 30 - Sat, Sep 19

4:00 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

SHA

31h 05m

1 stop

1:20 pm - 2:20 pm

SHA

ORD

38h 00m

1 stop

$1,253Cathay Pacific

Sun, Jul 12 - Sat, Jul 18

6:00 pm - 11:40 am

ORD

PVG

28h 40m

2 stops

8:25 am - 8:26 pm

PVG

ORD

25h 01m

2 stops

$1,254ANA

Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 22

4:15 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

SHA

30h 50m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 1:55 pm

SHA

ORD

37h 20m

1 stop

$1,255Cathay Pacific

Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 31

7:50 pm - 11:40 am

ORD

PVG

26h 50m

2 stops

1:50 am - 8:40 am

PVG

ORD

19h 50m

1 stop

$1,256ANA

Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Oct 12

7:20 pm - 4:20 pm

ORD

PVG

32h 00m

1 stop

6:40 pm - 3:05 pm

PVG

ORD

33h 25m

1 stop

$1,257Qatar Airways

Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 14

12:56 pm - 2:40 pm

LAN

PVG

36h 44m

2 stops

6:10 pm - 11:07 pm

PVG

LAN

41h 57m

2 stops

$1,635Qatar Airways

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9

Korean Air flights from Michigan to Shanghai

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Korean Air

Aug 30

DTW6:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 05m

2 stops

SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 15

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 28m

2 stops

DTW2:53 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,141

Korean Air

Aug 30

DTW6:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

35h 05m

2 stops

SHA5:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 19

SHA6:25 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

32h 42m

2 stops

DTW3:07 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,191

Korean Air

Aug 26

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

$1,224

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Sep 2

ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 00m

2 stops

SHA10:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 9

SHA7:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

25h 31m

2 stops

ORD8:26 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,345

Air China

Sep 19

ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 00m

2 stops

SHA10:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 10

SHA8:55 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

24h 27m

2 stops

ORD8:22 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,368

Air China

May 30

ORD8:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl

24h 45m

2 stops

SHA10:40 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jun 5

SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

26h 57m

2 stops

ORD6:32 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$2,020

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

8:50 pm-6:25 am

1 stop21h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/17

11:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,106

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/30

7:01 am-4:20 pm

2 stops45h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/9

6:40 pm-5:26 am

2 stops46h 46m

$1,108

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/30

6:00 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 9/15

6:25 pm-2:53 pm

2 stops32h 28m

$1,141

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/30

6:00 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 9/19

6:25 pm-3:07 pm

2 stops32h 42m

$1,191

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/12

4:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 7/18

1:20 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop38h 00m

$1,253

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

6:00 pm-11:40 am

2 stops28h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/22

8:25 am-8:26 pm

2 stops25h 01m

$1,254

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/15

4:15 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 10/31

1:35 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop37h 20m

$1,255

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ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/16

7:50 pm-11:40 am

2 stops26h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 10/12

1:50 am-8:40 am

1 stop19h 50m

$1,256

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - PVG

ORDPVG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/2

7:20 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/14

6:40 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$1,257

LansingShanghai

LAN - PVG

LANPVG

Lansing Capital City

Thu 11/5

12:56 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops36h 44m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 11/9

6:10 pm-11:07 pm

2 stops41h 57m

$1,635

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Michigan is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $479, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of June is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Michigan averaging around $598.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,829. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Wednesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Michigan to Shanghai for around $2,295.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Michigan to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the morning for as low as $2,042. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $2,274.

What is the cheapest Michigan to Shanghai flight route?

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The fastest flight from Michigan to Shanghai takes 15h 05m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Michigan to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Michigan to Shanghai are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Michigan to Shanghai?
The number of operators available for flights from Michigan to Shanghai is 11 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan to Shanghai?
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 Michigan to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The required travel and health documents for your Shanghai 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. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $924	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,390 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,046	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,445 reviews	Search Delta flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,160	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,212 reviews	Search ANA flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,222	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 216 reviews	Search China Eastern flights

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