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$483+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — DTW
Dec 25 — Jan 11
Wed 12/25
Wed 1/1
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Detroit (DTW). 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 December 20, 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,287
(Delta)

One-way from

$483
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$1,432
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 20, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/295:30 pmPVG - DTW
Nonstop13h 35mDelta
Mon 6/308:13 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops31h 12mDelta
Deal found 12/19$1,281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/231:30 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop17h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/47:45 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops34h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/19$1,287
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/281:55 amPVG - DTW
2 stops34h 49mLufthansa
Mon 6/304:00 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop34h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 12/19$1,508
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sun 12/294:30 pmPVG - DTW
3 stops26h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/3010:05 amDTW - PVG
3 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$1,566
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Mon 12/233:50 pmSHA - DTW
3 stops35h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/49:36 amDTW - SHA
2 stops35h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$1,687
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Mon 12/236:25 pmSHA - DTW
1 stop27h 15mKorean Air
Sat 1/411:14 amDTW - SHA
1 stop40h 56mKorean Air
Deal found 12/19$1,765
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/222:30 amPVG - DTW
2 stops32h 38mANA
Sat 1/47:15 amDTW - PVG
2 stops29h 00mANA
Deal found 12/19$2,219
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2910:50 pmPVG - DTW
3 stops44h 39mChina Southern
Mon 6/306:10 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops33h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 12/19$10,645

Find flights from Shanghai to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Detroit 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 December 20, 2024.

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ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/2

7:05 pm-6:26 am

1 stop24h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/9

5:45 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops34h 10m

$1,287

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 2/2

2:00 pm-5:00 am

3 stops28h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/9

8:14 pm-8:25 pm

3 stops35h 11m

$1,304

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/1

12:10 am-1:55 pm

2 stops50h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/9

3:45 pm-10:05 am

1 stop29h 20m

$1,337

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/16

5:50 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops39h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/6

11:48 am-4:00 pm

2 stops39h 12m

$1,498

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/19

8:25 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops57h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/25

7:18 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop34h 27m

$1,729

ShanghaiDetroit

SHA - DTW

SHADTW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 2/3

10:30 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops32h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/10

10:45 am-12:20 pm

2 stops36h 35m

$2,314

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 1/15

2:30 am-8:23 pm

2 stops30h 53m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/6

11:15 am-1:15 am

2 stops25h 00m

$3,052

ShanghaiDetroit

SHA - DTW

SHADTW

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 1/9

10:30 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops32h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/18

10:45 am-12:20 pm

2 stops36h 35m

$3,070

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 4/19

10:25 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop32h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/30

8:55 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$5,075

ShanghaiDetroit

PVG - DTW

PVGDTW

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 4/19

9:55 pm-7:04 am

2 stops45h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/30

6:10 pm-8:30 pm

3 stops38h 20m

$12,020

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai to Detroit

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 PVG to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 20, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Shanghai to Detroit. 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 December 20, 2024.

The most flights from CN2 to DTW 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 Detroit by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated December 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern, Delta and Lufthansa from Shanghai to Detroit to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,023 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,601 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,788 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Detroit. 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 into for flights to Detroit from Shanghai?

    If you book a flight to Detroit from Shanghai, you will be flying to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is located 17.3 mi from the center of Detroit. There are 2 flights from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County per day from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,287 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and Air Canada, starting at $1,337 and $1,498 round-trip. Delta is 30% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $674. Turkish Airlines flights start at $699 while deals on China Southern start at $810 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is $454. On average you can expect to pay $1,052. The most popular route, (Shanghai Pu Dong - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $1,261.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Detroit 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 Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 2 airlines flying from Shanghai to Detroit

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to Detroit. 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 December 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Korean AirCheapest$1,317Average$1,565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$1,409Average$2,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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