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$417+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Shanghai, China

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DTW — SHA
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The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Shanghai are usually found in October or March, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 diciembre 19, 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,204
(Delta)

One-way from

$417
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,993
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Shanghai
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Shanghai
High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 19, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
sáb. 12/287:55 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops32h 00mDelta
mar. 12/317:05 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops26h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/18$1,454
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/267:30 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop33h 15mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/202:20 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops41h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,842
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
sáb. 12/287:18 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop34h 27mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/318:25 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops26h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,959
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/287:15 amDTW - PVG
2 stops29h 00mANA
lun. 12/302:30 amPVG - DTW
2 stops24h 00mANA
Deal found 12/18$1,988
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/262:21 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops33h 44mLufthansa
jue. 1/1611:10 amPVG - DTW
1 stop39h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 12/18$2,147
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/318:45 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop32h 00mChina Eastern
vie. 1/101:10 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop19h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/18$2,304
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
dom. 12/222:53 pmDTW - SHA
3 stops32h 27mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 12/286:10 pmSHA - DTW
3 stops39h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,511
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/2411:12 amDTW - PVG
2 stops38h 08mQatar Airways
lun. 1/2011:45 pmPVG - DTW
2 stops53h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/18$2,563
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/246:05 amDTW - PVG
2 stops45h 05mAmerican Airlines
mié. 1/86:10 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop19h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,629
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lun. 12/235:20 pmDTW - PVG
2 stops27h 40mChina Southern
lun. 1/206:55 amPVG - DTW
3 stops36h 22mChina Southern
Deal found 12/18$2,657
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
vie. 12/276:35 amDTW - SHA
2 stops40h 45mCathay Pacific
lun. 1/610:30 pmSHA - DTW
2 stops32h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/18$2,911
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/258:10 pmDTW - PVG
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
jue. 1/911:00 pmPVG - DTW
1 stop32h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,973

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DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 1/28

10:09 am-3:20 pm

Nonstop16h 11m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 2/15

5:30 pm-6:14 pm

Nonstop13h 44m

$1,204

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 1/16

7:15 am-6:35 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 1/30

8:25 pm-10:19 am

2 stops26h 54m

$1,206

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 2/10

8:10 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 3/1

11:00 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop32h 15m

$1,216

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 1/21

8:09 am-5:05 pm

2 stops43h 56m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 2/6

12:10 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops40h 34m

$1,217

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 1/16

6:08 am-11:35 pm

2 stops28h 27m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 1/22

2:20 am-8:14 pm

3 stops30h 54m

$1,230

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 1/21

8:09 am-11:45 am

2 stops38h 36m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

jue. 2/6

1:10 pm-3:41 pm

2 stops39h 31m

$1,240

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 3/12

11:14 am-2:20 pm

2 stops39h 06m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 4/1

12:35 am-10:47 pm

2 stops34h 12m

$1,263

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 1/17

5:19 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops33h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

jue. 2/6

6:10 pm-9:20 am

2 stops28h 10m

$1,275

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 1/13

3:41 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops35h 24m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 1/28

12:45 pm-5:03 am

2 stops29h 18m

$1,277

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 1/21

2:24 pm-1:15 am

2 stops21h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 2/3

2:30 am-1:29 pm

2 stops23h 59m

$1,453

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Shanghai

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,193). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). 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 PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 19, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 46% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Shanghai. Price data was last updated on January 14, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Shanghai. 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 diciembre 19, 2024.

The most flights from DTW to CN2 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 Shanghai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, 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 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated diciembre 19, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Shanghai, such as China Southern, Delta and ANA. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

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?

8.4
Very good
839 reviews
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

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?

8.4
Very good
1,021 reviews
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

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?

8.3
Very good
1,442 reviews
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

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?

8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

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?

7.5
Good
839 reviews
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

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 Detroit to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai?

    Most people fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight from Detroit to Shanghai. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 2 outbound flights to Shanghai per day from 5 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $1,204. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,212 and $1,216, respectively. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $715. Users have also found prices from $728 and $783 on China Eastern and ANA, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $733. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl) can be booked for $1,044 on average our data indicates $1,228 when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Shanghai 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 Shanghai?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,193). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,791). 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 5 airlines flying from Detroit to Shanghai

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Shanghai. 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 diciembre 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$463Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$966Average$1,000FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ANACheapest$993Average$1,910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$1,356Average$2,252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
China EasternCheapest$1,607Average$1,905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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