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$402+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to China

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DTW — PVG
Jan 21 — Jan 281
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Tue 1/28
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to China (CN0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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$929
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$402
(Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/185:09 amDTW - PEK
2 stops27h 21mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/2811:40 amPEK - DTW
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$929
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/293:41 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops30h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/82:20 amPVG - DTW
2 stops34h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$932
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/283:41 pmDTW - SHA
2 stops31h 59mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/2611:50 amSHA - DTW
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$999
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/58:10 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 3/2611:00 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop32h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,054
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Tue 3/1810:59 amDTW - WUH
2 stops35h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/313:30 pmWUH - DTW
3 stops34h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,077
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/188:30 amDTW - WUH
2 stops27h 15mChina Eastern
Mon 3/314:30 pmWUH - DTW
2 stops42h 36mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/15$1,132
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Tue 1/288:10 pmDTW - PEK
1 stop31h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 3/412:45 amPEK - DTW
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,137
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/108:30 amDTW - XMN
2 stops27h 55mChina Eastern
Mon 3/242:50 pmXMN - DTW
2 stops44h 16mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/15$1,137
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/18:30 amDTW - CAN
2 stops28h 20mChina Eastern
Fri 5/28:00 pmCAN - DTW
2 stops39h 12mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/16$1,140
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Tue 1/288:30 pmDTW - PEK
2 stops51h 30mChina Eastern
Wed 3/52:30 pmPEK - DTW
2 stops41h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/15$1,147
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/77:28 amDTW - PVG
2 stops24h 17mJapan Airlines
Wed 5/214:05 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops37h 08mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,159
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Wed 9/35:43 amDTW - SHA
2 stops41h 42mJapan Airlines
Wed 9/2412:50 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops38h 49mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/14$1,164

Find flights from Detroit to China within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to China that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/28

3:41 pm-3:15 pm

3 stops34h 34m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 2/18

11:55 am-5:20 am

2 stops30h 25m

$897

DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/18

5:09 am-9:30 pm

2 stops27h 21m

Beijing Capital

Fri 2/28

11:40 am-5:20 am

2 stops30h 40m

$929

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/5

8:10 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/26

11:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop32h 15m

$1,054

DetroitXiamen

DTW - XMN

DTWXMN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/10

8:30 am-12:25 am

2 stops27h 55m

Xiamen Gaoqi Intl

Mon 3/24

2:50 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops44h 16m

$1,137

DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/28

8:10 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Beijing Capital

Tue 3/4

12:45 am-6:15 pm

1 stop30h 30m

$1,137

DetroitGuangzhou

DTW - CAN

DTWCAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/1

8:30 am-12:50 am

2 stops28h 20m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 5/2

8:00 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops39h 12m

$1,140

DetroitBeijing

DTW - PEK

DTWPEK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/28

8:30 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops51h 30m

Beijing Capital

Wed 3/5

2:30 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops41h 55m

$1,147

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/7

7:28 am-7:45 pm

2 stops24h 17m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/21

4:05 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops37h 08m

$1,159

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/10

6:01 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops32h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 3/18

11:45 pm-8:58 pm

2 stops33h 13m

$1,166

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/23

5:09 am-2:15 pm

3 stops44h 06m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 2/28

3:15 pm-5:20 am

2 stops27h 05m

$1,167

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to China

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to China

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Detroit to China including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China (average of $1,199). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to CN?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to China. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to China. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to CN0 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 1.2 - 10.2 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 10.2 in. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in China by month

Plan your trip to China by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to China. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Eastern, Delta and ANA from Detroit to China. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,448 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
823 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to China?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Detroit to China. It is only a 17.3 mi journey to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Detroit’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $605. However, be on the lookout for offers from Japan Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China?

    The most popular flight routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China are Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Pu Dong and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Beijing Capital.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China?

    While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China is generally $1,182, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $708. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl), you can expect to pay $1,054 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to China that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to China flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to China?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to China.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to China?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to China by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China (average of $1,199). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,843). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Detroit to China

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to China. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$418Average$1,225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$966Average$985FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ANACheapest$993Average$2,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$1,268Average$2,238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$1,579Average$1,874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China EasternCheapest$1,607Average$1,905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$1,720Average$2,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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