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

Cathay Pacific and Japan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Michigan to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

How long does it take to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

Flight times from Michigan to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport 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 Hongqiao Intl Airport is flying from Grand Rapids to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, which will take roughly 34h 55m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

As of March 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Michigan to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Michigan to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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5:45 pm - 12:15 pm

ORD

SHA

29h 30m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 5:06 am

SHA

ORD

28h 31m

2 stops

$991ANA

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, May 11

5:00 pm - 12:15 pm

ORD

SHA

30h 15m

2 stops

1:35 pm - 5:06 am

SHA

ORD

28h 31m

2 stops

$996ANA

Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, May 6

12:30 pm - 5:05 pm

ORD

SHA

39h 35m

1 stop

6:25 pm - 9:30 am

SHA

ORD

28h 05m

1 stop

$1,124Korean Air

Wed, Aug 19 - Sat, Sep 12

5:45 pm - 12:15 pm

ORD

SHA

29h 30m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 11:07 pm

SHA

ORD

22h 32m

2 stops

$1,134Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, May 27

2:00 pm - 12:05 pm

ORD

SHA

33h 05m

2 stops

1:20 pm - 9:55 am

SHA

ORD

33h 35m

3 stops

$1,168Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, May 6

2:10 pm - 11:20 am

ORD

SHA

32h 10m

1 stop

12:45 pm - 11:00 am

SHA

ORD

35h 15m

1 stop

$1,213Japan Airlines

Sun, Apr 12 - Mon, May 4

1:33 pm - 12:05 pm

DTW

SHA

34h 32m

2 stops

10:30 pm - 10:59 pm

SHA

DTW

36h 29m

2 stops

$1,232Cathay Pacific

Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, May 17

8:35 am - 5:05 pm

DTW

SHA

44h 30m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 3:20 pm

SHA

DTW

32h 55m

2 stops

$1,341Korean Air

Thu, Apr 9 - Wed, Apr 15

1:02 pm - 8:55 pm

DTW

SHA

43h 53m

2 stops

4:35 pm - 6:47 pm

SHA

DTW

39h 12m

2 stops

$1,373Cathay Pacific

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Nov 17

12:16 pm - 11:20 am

GRR

SHA

35h 04m

2 stops

12:45 pm - 11:46 am

SHA

GRR

35h 01m

2 stops

$2,637Japan Airlines

Sun, Apr 19 - Sat, Apr 25

Japan Airlines flights from Michigan to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Japan Airlines

Apr 12

ORD2:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 4

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 15m

1 stop

ORD11:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,213

Japan Airlines

Sep 8

ORD2:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 12

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 00m

1 stop

ORD10:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,218

Japan Airlines

Sep 1

ORD2:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

32h 10m

1 stop

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 16

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 00m

1 stop

ORD10:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,219

Cathay Pacific flights from Michigan to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport

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Cathay Pacific

Sep 2

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

34h 35m

1 stop

SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sep 21

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

28h 25m

1 stop

ORD1:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,227

Cathay Pacific

Apr 17

DTW1:33 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 32m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

May 17

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

36h 29m

2 stops

DTW10:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,232

Cathay Pacific

Aug 13

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 05m

1 stop

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Aug 25

SHA4:50 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

34h 30m

1 stop

ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,320

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Thu 4/16

5:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop29h 30m

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Mon 5/11

1:35 pm-5:06 am

2 stops28h 31m

$991

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ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

5:00 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops30h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/6

1:35 pm-5:06 am

2 stops28h 31m

$996

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/19

12:30 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop39h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 9/12

6:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop28h 05m

$1,124

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ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

5:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/27

1:35 pm-11:07 pm

2 stops22h 32m

$1,134

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

2:00 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops33h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 5/6

1:20 pm-9:55 am

3 stops33h 35m

$1,168

ChicagoShanghai

ORD - SHA

ORDSHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/12

2:10 pm-11:20 am

1 stop32h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 5/4

12:45 pm-11:00 am

1 stop35h 15m

$1,213

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/17

1:33 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops34h 32m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/17

10:30 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops36h 29m

$1,232

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/9

8:35 am-5:05 pm

2 stops44h 30m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/15

6:25 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$1,341

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

1:02 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops43h 53m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/17

4:35 pm-6:47 pm

2 stops39h 12m

$1,373

Grand RapidsShanghai

GRR - SHA

GRRSHA

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Sun 4/19

12:16 pm-11:20 am

2 stops35h 04m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 4/25

12:45 pm-11:46 am

2 stops35h 01m

$2,637

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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 Michigan is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,272, 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 September, then you should wait until November to fly from Michigan, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,361.

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

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As of March 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Michigan to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Michigan to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $758	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,327 reviews		Search Delta flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $1,270	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 200 reviews		Search China Eastern flights

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