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Cheap flights from Detroit to China from C$ 695

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SHA
14 feb. — 21 feb.1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to China flight deals. Data was last updated 15 enero 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,420

One-way from

C$ 702

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

C$ 2,728
5/3-19/3
  • 5/3-19/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 66h 21m total
  • Detroit to China
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20/1
  • 20/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 20m total
  • Detroit to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (C$ 456 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 134 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 15 enero 2026.

mié. 22/41:13 p.m.
DTW
-
PVG
2 stops34h 57m
Multiple Airlines
mié. 13/57:20 a.m.
PVG
-
DTW
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 1,420
mié. 11/31:02 p.m.
DTW
-
SHA
2 stops38h 18m
Multiple Airlines
lun. 16/310:30 p.m.
SHA
-
DTW
2 stops34h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1C$ 1,456
dom. 15/210:30 a.m.
DTW
-
PVG
2 stops36h 05m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 24/27:10 a.m.
PVG
-
DTW
2 stops27h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1C$ 1,490
mar. 10/310:30 a.m.
DTW
-
SHA
2 stops37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 12/54:50 p.m.
SHA
-
DTW
2 stops40h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 1,524
jue. 15/111:20 a.m.
DTW
-
PVG
2 stops37h 10m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 15/27:05 p.m.
PVG
-
DTW
2 stops42h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1C$ 1,524
lun. 16/31:02 p.m.
DTW
-
PVG
2 stops36h 28m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 7/47:20 a.m.
PVG
-
DTW
2 stops39h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 1,537
dom. 25/111:20 a.m.
DTW
-
PVG
2 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
sáb. 7/27:05 p.m.
PVG
-
DTW
2 stops38h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1C$ 1,559
dom. 1/211:20 a.m.
DTW
-
SHA
2 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 8/210:30 p.m.
SHA
-
DTW
2 stops33h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1C$ 1,594
dom. 1/211:30 a.m.
DTW
-
PVG
2 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
mié. 25/27:10 a.m.
PVG
-
DTW
2 stops27h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1C$ 1,594
dom. 15/210:15 a.m.
DTW
-
PVG
Nonstop16h 05m
Delta
sáb. 28/25:30 p.m.
PVG
-
DTW
Nonstop13h 35m
Delta
Deal found 15/1C$ 1,625
dom. 1/310:30 a.m.
DTW
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SHA
2 stops39h 50m
Multiple Airlines
dom. 8/310:30 p.m.
SHA
-
DTW
2 stops38h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 1,630
dom. 15/28:38 a.m.
DTW
-
PVG
1 stop20h 22m
Delta
vie. 27/25:30 p.m.
PVG
-
DTW
Nonstop13h 35m
Delta
Deal found 14/1C$ 1,630

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to China that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 11/3

1:02 p.m.-3:20 p.m.

2 stops38h 18m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 16/3

10:30 p.m.-9:16 p.m.

2 stops34h 46m

C$ 1,456

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 10/3

10:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.

2 stops37h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 12/5

4:50 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops40h 30m

C$ 1,524

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 16/3

1:02 p.m.-1:30 p.m.

2 stops36h 28m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 7/4

7:20 a.m.-10:48 a.m.

2 stops39h 28m

C$ 1,537

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 8/2

11:30 a.m.-11:35 a.m.

2 stops35h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

vie. 13/2

7:10 a.m.-12:31 a.m.

2 stops30h 21m

C$ 1,559

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 3/4

1:02 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops35h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

dom. 12/4

8:35 a.m.-11:20 p.m.

2 stops26h 45m

C$ 1,559

DetroitShanghai

DTW - SHA

DTWSHA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 1/2

11:20 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

2 stops39h 00m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

dom. 8/2

10:30 p.m.-7:12 p.m.

2 stops33h 42m

C$ 1,594

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 1/2

11:30 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

2 stops41h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 25/2

7:10 a.m.-12:31 a.m.

2 stops30h 21m

C$ 1,594

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 16/2

10:15 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

Nonstop16h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 24/2

5:30 p.m.-6:05 p.m.

Nonstop13h 35m

C$ 1,625

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 18/2

10:15 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

Nonstop16h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mié. 25/2

5:30 p.m.-6:05 p.m.

Nonstop13h 35m

C$ 1,625

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 15/2

8:38 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

1 stop20h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

sáb. 28/2

5:30 p.m.-6:05 p.m.

Nonstop13h 35m

C$ 1,630

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to China

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to China?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to China (average of C$ 775). Flying from Detroit to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,005). 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 DTT 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 15 enero 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Detroit to China as you normally would.

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 15 enero 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and Cathay Pacific from Detroit to China. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,052 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,052 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,052 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,132 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,052 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 0.9 km from the city centre, Detroit All airports (DTT) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to China from Detroit.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit to China?

    The most popular route from Detroit to China is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Harbin. You may also consider Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Chengdu or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl.

  • 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 to China?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to China (average of C$ 775). Flying from Detroit to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,005). 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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