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

As of October 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Detroit. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

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

The number of flights available between Shanghai and Detroit is 1 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 3:00PM, with 100% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

Prices for flights from Shanghai to Detroit are updated daily.

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

As of October 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Shanghai to Detroit.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Shanghai to Detroit.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Detroit can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Detroit. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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2:10 pm - 9:47 amSHA-DTW

32h 37m3 stops

4:10 pm - 10:40 amDTW-SHA

29h 30m2 stops

$880Multiple Airlines

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mar., nov. 4 - dom., nov. 16

4:10 pm - 5:00 amSHA-DTW

25h 50m2 stops

4:10 pm - 10:40 amDTW-SHA

29h 30m2 stops

$881Multiple Airlines

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mar., nov. 4 - dom., nov. 16

10:10 am - 6:10 pmPVG-DTW

45h 00m1 stop

8:05 pm - 8:30 amDTW-PVG

23h 25m1 stop

$931Turkish Airlines

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sáb., dic. 20 - sáb., ene. 17

10:10 am - 6:10 pmPVG-DTW

45h 00m1 stop

8:05 pm - 8:30 amDTW-PVG

23h 25m1 stop

$932Turkish Airlines

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sáb., dic. 20 - sáb., ene. 17

10:10 am - 6:10 pmPVG-DTW

45h 00m1 stop

8:05 pm - 5:10 pmDTW-PVG

32h 05m1 stop

$1,038Turkish Airlines

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lun., dic. 22 - dom., dic. 28

5:35 pm - 5:35 pmPVG-DTW

37h 00m2 stops

12:11 pm - 2:05 pmDTW-PVG

37h 54m2 stops

$1,044Air Canada

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mar., nov. 4 - jue., abr. 16

5:35 pm - 8:19 pmPVG-DTW

39h 44m2 stops

2:10 pm - 4:00 pmDTW-PVG

36h 50m2 stops

$1,053Air Canada

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mié., nov. 19 - mié., nov. 26

11:35 pm - 7:30 pmPVG-DTW

32h 55m2 stops

12:53 pm - 2:40 pmDTW-PVG

36h 47m2 stops

$1,219Qatar Airways

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sáb., dic. 20 - sáb., ene. 17

11:35 pm - 7:30 pmPVG-DTW

32h 55m2 stops

8:00 am - 2:40 pmDTW-PVG

41h 40m2 stops

$1,220Qatar Airways

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sáb., dic. 20 - sáb., ene. 17

6:25 pm - 8:40 amSHA-DTW

27h 15m1 stop

11:30 am - 5:10 pmDTW-SHA

40h 40m1 stop

$1,370Korean Air

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jue., nov. 13 - mié., nov. 26

Air Canada flights from Shanghai to Detroit

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Nov 4

PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

37h 00m

2 stops

DTW5:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 16

DTW12:11 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

37h 54m

2 stops

PVG2:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,044

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Nov 19

PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

39h 44m

2 stops

DTW8:19 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 26

DTW2:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

36h 50m

2 stops

PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,053

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Nov 3

PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

37h 00m

2 stops

DTW5:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 19

DTW6:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

31h 50m

2 stops

PVG2:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,070

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 20

PVG7:20 amShanghai Pu Dong

26h 30m

2 stops

DTW9:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Oct 31

DTW4:09 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

36h 06m

2 stops

PVG4:15 pmShanghai Pu Dong

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Cathay Pacific

Nov 4

SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

43h 20m

2 stops

DTW10:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 16

DTW10:44 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

37h 21m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$1,373

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 19

PVG12:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

45h 30m

2 stops

DTW9:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Oct 30

DTW7:46 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 14m

2 stops

PVG10:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

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SHA - DTW

SHADTW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 11/4

2:10 pm-9:47 am

3 stops32h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 11/16

4:10 pm-10:40 am

2 stops29h 30m

$880

ShanghaiDetroit

SHA - DTW

SHADTW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 11/4

4:10 pm-5:00 am

2 stops25h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 11/16

4:10 pm-10:40 am

2 stops29h 30m

$881

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 12/20

10:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 1/17

8:05 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 25m

$931

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 12/20

10:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 1/17

8:05 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 25m

$932

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 12/22

10:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 12/28

8:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,038

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 11/4

5:35 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops37h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 4/16

12:11 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops37h 54m

$1,044

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 11/19

5:35 pm-8:19 pm

2 stops39h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 11/26

2:10 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops36h 50m

$1,053

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 12/20

11:35 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 1/17

12:53 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops36h 47m

$1,219

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 12/20

11:35 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops32h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 1/17

8:00 am-2:40 pm

2 stops41h 40m

$1,220

ShanghaiDetroit

SHA - DTW

SHADTW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 11/13

6:25 pm-8:40 am

1 stop27h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 11/26

11:30 am-5:10 pm

1 stop40h 40m

$1,370

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from Shanghai is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $1,160. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Shanghai to Detroit for around $1,406.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Shanghai to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,212. Flying to Detroit in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $1,325 on average. Flights to Detroit from Shanghai at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Shanghai to Detroit flight route?

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Fastest flight time	13h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Detroit	1 airport

The fastest flight from Shanghai to Detroit takes 13h 30m

Direct flights go from Shanghai to Detroit every day.

There is 1 airport near Detroit: Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)

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How far is Shanghai to Detroit by plane?
Detroit is 7116.0 mi away from Shanghai. Flights usually cover this in 24h 53m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Shanghai to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Shanghai to Detroit are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Shanghai to Detroit?
As of October 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Shanghai to Detroit.
How old do you have to be to fly from Shanghai to Detroit?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Shanghai to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Detroit can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Detroit. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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