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

Qatar Airways, Korean Air, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Shanghai to Detroit

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

As of April 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Detroit. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 25% of flights taking off on this day.

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 April 2026, 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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12:35 am - 9:32 pm

PVG

DTW

32h 57m

2 stops

1:51 pm - 4:20 pm

DTW

PVG

38h 29m

2 stops

$1,220Qatar Airways

Do, Jun 11 - Mo, Sep 14

12:35 am - 9:32 pm

PVG

DTW

32h 57m

2 stops

3:40 pm - 4:20 pm

DTW

PVG

36h 40m

2 stops

$1,251Qatar Airways

Do, Jun 11 - So, Sep 20

12:35 am - 9:32 pm

PVG

DTW

32h 57m

2 stops

10:23 am - 4:20 pm

DTW

PVG

41h 57m

2 stops

$1,263Multiple Airlines

Mi, Mai 27 - Do, Sep 3

12:35 am - 11:37 pm

PVG

DTW

35h 02m

2 stops

1:06 pm - 4:20 pm

DTW

PVG

39h 14m

2 stops

$1,264Multiple Airlines

Mi, Mai 27 - Do, Sep 3

2:55 pm - 6:51 pm

PVG

DTW

39h 56m

2 stops

8:05 pm - 8:30 am

DTW

PVG

23h 25m

1 stop

$1,268Multiple Airlines

Di, Sep 1 - Do, Dez 10

8:05 pm - 5:44 am

PVG

DTW

21h 39m

2 stops

4:46 pm - 12:05 pm

DTW

PVG

30h 19m

2 stops

$1,274Multiple Airlines

Di, Mai 12 - Di, Nov 3

12:35 am - 11:40 pm

PVG

DTW

35h 05m

2 stops

5:29 pm - 4:20 pm

DTW

PVG

34h 51m

2 stops

$1,275Qatar Airways

Mo, Jun 8 - Di, Jun 16

10:25 pm - 6:45 pm

PVG

DTW

32h 20m

1 stop

8:50 pm - 6:25 am

DTW

PVG

21h 35m

1 stop

$1,325Turkish Airlines

Mi, Jun 10 - Di, Jul 7

12:45 pm - 1:04 pm

SHA

DTW

36h 19m

2 stops

10:41 am - 11:20 am

DTW

SHA

36h 39m

2 stops

$1,656Japan Airlines

Di, Jul 14 - Mo, Sep 14

12:45 pm - 4:57 pm

SHA

DTW

40h 12m

2 stops

7:55 am - 11:20 am

DTW

SHA

39h 25m

2 stops

$1,824Japan Airlines

Mi, Jul 15 - Di, Sep 15

Japan Airlines flights from Shanghai to Detroit

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Japan Airlines

Jul 14

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

36h 19m

2 stops

DTW1:04 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 14

DTW10:41 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

36h 39m

2 stops

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$1,656

Japan Airlines

Jul 15

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

40h 12m

2 stops

DTW4:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 15

DTW7:55 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

39h 25m

2 stops

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$1,824

Japan Airlines

Jun 27

SHA12:45 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 47m

2 stops

DTW12:32 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jul 20

DTW6:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

40h 35m

2 stops

SHA11:20 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

$1,992

Qatar Airways flights from Shanghai to Detroit

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Shanghai to Detroit flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Jun 11

PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

32h 57m

2 stops

DTW9:32 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 14

DTW1:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

38h 29m

2 stops

PVG4:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,220

Qatar Airways

Jun 11

PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

32h 57m

2 stops

DTW9:32 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 20

DTW3:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

36h 40m

2 stops

PVG4:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,251

Qatar Airways

Jun 8

PVG12:35 amShanghai Pu Dong

35h 05m

2 stops

DTW11:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jun 16

DTW5:29 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

34h 51m

2 stops

PVG4:20 pmShanghai Pu Dong

$1,275

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Shanghai Pu Dong

Do 6/11

12:35 am-9:32 pm

2 stops32h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mo 9/14

1:51 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops38h 29m

$1,220

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Do 6/11

12:35 am-9:32 pm

2 stops32h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

So 9/20

3:40 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops36h 40m

$1,251

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mi 5/27

12:35 am-9:32 pm

2 stops32h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Do 9/3

10:23 am-4:20 pm

2 stops41h 57m

$1,263

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mi 5/27

12:35 am-11:37 pm

2 stops35h 02m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Do 9/3

1:06 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops39h 14m

$1,264

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Di 9/1

2:55 pm-6:51 pm

2 stops39h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Do 12/10

8:05 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 25m

$1,268

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ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Di 5/12

8:05 pm-5:44 am

2 stops21h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Di 11/3

4:46 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops30h 19m

$1,274

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mo 6/8

12:35 am-11:40 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Di 6/16

5:29 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops34h 51m

$1,275

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mi 6/10

10:25 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Di 7/7

8:50 pm-6:25 am

1 stop21h 35m

$1,325

ShanghaiDetroit

SHA - DTW

SHADTW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Di 7/14

12:45 pm-1:04 pm

2 stops36h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mo 9/14

10:41 am-11:20 am

2 stops36h 39m

$1,656

ShanghaiDetroit

SHA - DTW

SHADTW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mi 7/15

12:45 pm-4:57 pm

2 stops40h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Di 9/15

7:55 am-11:20 am

2 stops39h 25m

$1,824

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit from Shanghai is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Detroit in October, then June is your next best option. Flight prices from Shanghai to Detroit during June average around $1,104.

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 $1,147. 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 $1,401.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Shanghai to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,230. Flying to Detroit in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $1,271 on average. Flights to Detroit from Shanghai in the afternoon 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 46m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Detroit	1 airport

The fastest flight from Shanghai to Detroit takes 13h 46m

Direct flights go from Shanghai to Detroit every day.

There is 1 airport in Detroit. From Shanghai there are direct flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Shanghai to Detroit

How far is Shanghai to Detroit by plane?
Detroit is 7116.0 mi away from Shanghai. Flights usually cover this in 13h 46m, 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 April 2026, 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 $1,261	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,466 reviews		Search Delta flights

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