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Flight deals from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,265. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Detroit.$1,826 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Thu, 29 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,826, select.

Detroit.$2,008 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Thu, 3 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,008, select.

Detroit.$2,237 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan, returning Sat, 13 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 13 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,237, select.

Detroit.$2,258 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec, returning Tue, 29 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,258, select.

Detroit.$2,262 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul, returning Sun, 5 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,262, select.

Detroit.$2,272 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec, returning Sat, 2 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,272, select.

Detroit.$2,284 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Sat, 1 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,284, select.

Detroit.$2,359 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Tue, 6 Apr.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,359, select.

Detroit.$2,362 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,362, select.

Detroit.$2,422 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,422, select.

Detroit.$2,449 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Thu, 3 Sep.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,449, select.

Detroit.$2,460 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,460, select.

Detroit.$2,547 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,547, select.

Detroit.$2,631 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Asiana Airlines and Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,631, select.

Detroit.$2,647 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Sat, 5 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,647, select.

Detroit.$2,697 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,697, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County

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Direct flights from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County

Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai to Detroit below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Detroit Wayne County.

Shanghai to Detroit: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,829
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	13 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airline	Delta
Average flights per week	18

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County?

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County is $1,829. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County?

13 hours and 51 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County.

Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County?

Delta flies direct from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County.

How many flights are there a week from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County?

As of June 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County Airport on Thursday, 15 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 51 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Detroit Wayne County?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Detroit Wayne County but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Detroit?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Detroit is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Shanghai to Detroit Wayne County with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Detroit Wayne County is Delta .

Flying from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): What you need to know

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is Shanghai's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) departing from here.
Expect to be in the air for 13 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
Detroit is 13 hours behind Shanghai. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Take your pick of 7 direct flights a week between Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). This is the most popular route, with Delta Air Lines offering a 3:45pm departure from PVG to DTW.
To ensure you catch your flight from Shanghai to DTW, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Get there in one go from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) operate from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with Delta Air Lines. This well-known airline operates services from PVG.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between PVG and DTW is Delta.
The top on-time carrier on this route is Delta. Its services arrive as scheduled 77.97% of the time.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Shanghai to DTW leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
- Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
- Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
PVG is about 48 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport has a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from PVG touch down on schedule 82% of the time.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is one of the options between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and DTW.
SHA is around 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Shanghai to DTW flight? Unwind in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
The majority of flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport land at their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 85%.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

Consider booking a hotel near DTW if you're catching a late flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.

Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

Currently, $1,262 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,829. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book three months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Shanghai to DTW.
The best month for scoring cheap Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
Be the first to know about deals for plane tickets from Shanghai to DTW by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when prices go down.
Hunt down a great price on a flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. January is the quietest month to go to Detroit. July is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your Shanghai to DTW plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Detroit

When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Detroit right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Shanghai to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts are must-visits when exploring Detroit.

Explore more of the United States

You've visited Detroit, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey about 257 kilometres south to Columbus to tick off its must-visit sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 161 kilometres southeast of Detroit, Cleveland is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.