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

As of August 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 August 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 August 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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4:00 pm - 10:27 amPVG-DTW

30h 27m3 stops

7:00 pm - 2:30 pmDTW-PVG

31h 30m2 stops

$896

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mar., sep. 16 - mar., sep. 30

4:00 pm - 12:56 pmPVG-DTW

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mar., sep. 16 - mar., sep. 30

3:55 pm - 3:27 pmPVG-DTW

35h 32m2 stops

6:15 pm - 4:00 pmDTW-PVG

33h 45m2 stops

$1,016Air Canada

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mar., oct. 14 - mié., oct. 29

3:55 pm - 3:29 pmPVG-DTW

35h 34m2 stops

9:55 am - 2:05 pmDTW-PVG

40h 10m2 stops

$1,165Air Canada

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mar., sep. 16 - mar., sep. 30

11:05 pm - 6:10 pmPVG-DTW

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32h 05m1 stop

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9:55 am - 6:10 pmPVG-DTW

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8:05 pm - 8:30 amDTW-PVG

23h 25m1 stop

$1,289Turkish Airlines

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mar., ene. 13 - sáb., feb. 28

3:45 pm - 5:35 pmPVG-DTW

13h 50mnonstop

7:00 am - 3:25 pmDTW-PVG

20h 25m2 stops

$1,320Delta

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mar., sep. 16 - mar., sep. 30

5:30 pm - 8:46 amPVG-DTW

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8:25 am - 3:50 pmDTW-PVG

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$1,326Delta

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mar., sep. 16 - mar., oct. 28

8:10 pm - 1:14 pmPVG-DTW

29h 04m2 stops

2:10 pm - 6:55 pmDTW-PVG

40h 45m3 stops

$1,337United Airlines

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mar., sep. 16 - mar., oct. 28

1:30 pm - 6:43 pmPVG-DTW

18h 13m1 stop

7:33 pm - 6:45 pmDTW-PVG

34h 12m1 stop

$1,781United Airlines

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Air Canada flights from Shanghai to Detroit

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Oct 14

PVG3:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong

35h 32m

2 stops

DTW3:27 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Oct 29

DTW6:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 45m

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PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,016

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Sep 16

PVG3:55 pmShanghai Pu Dong

35h 34m

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DTW3:29 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 30

DTW9:55 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

40h 10m

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PVG2:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

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Feb 20

PVG5:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

37h 01m

2 stops

DTW5:36 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Feb 27

DTW6:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

32h 45m

2 stops

PVG4:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,179

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Qatar Airways

Oct 13

PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

31h 51m

2 stops

DTW8:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Oct 29

DTW11:34 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

39h 06m

2 stops

PVG2:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,382

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Feb 21

PVG11:35 pmShanghai Pu Dong

60h 22m

2 stops

DTW10:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mar 3

DTW3:52 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

33h 48m

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PVG2:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

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Sep 14

PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

34h 23m

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DTW10:58 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 29

DTW3:17 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

37h 03m

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PVG - DTW

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mar. 9/16

4:00 pm-10:27 am

3 stops30h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 9/30

7:00 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$896

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 9/16

4:00 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops32h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 9/30

7:00 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$932

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 10/14

3:55 pm-3:27 pm

2 stops35h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 10/29

6:15 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops33h 45m

$1,016

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 9/16

3:55 pm-3:29 pm

2 stops35h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 9/30

9:55 am-2:05 pm

2 stops40h 10m

$1,165

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 2/4

11:05 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 2/13

8:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$1,226

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 1/13

9:55 am-6:10 pm

1 stop45h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 2/28

8:05 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 25m

$1,289

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 9/16

3:45 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop13h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 9/30

7:00 am-3:25 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$1,320

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 9/16

5:30 pm-8:46 am

2 stops27h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 10/28

8:25 am-3:50 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$1,326

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 9/16

8:10 pm-1:14 pm

2 stops29h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 10/28

2:10 pm-6:55 pm

3 stops40h 45m

$1,337

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 2/17

1:30 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop18h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 2/24

7:33 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop34h 12m

$1,781

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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 Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $1,188. 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 $1,405.

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 $1,254. 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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What cabin class options are available on Shanghai to Detroit flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Shanghai to Detroit flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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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 13h 30m, 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 August 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.

Best airlines flying from Shanghai to Detroit

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Delta	PriceFrom $1,093	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,979 reviews		Search Delta flights

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