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Cheap flights from Detroit to China from C$ 812

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 24/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SHA
20 Aug — 27 Aug1
1 adult

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 August 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,354

One-way from

C$ 812

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 2,828

Good round-trip deal

C$ 1,875 or less
21/9-11/10
  • 21/9-11/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 74h 46m total
  • Detroit to China
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24/10
  • 24/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 50m total
  • Detroit to China
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (C$ 141 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 99 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to China.
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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 August 2025.

Sun 21/99:10 a.m.DTW - PVG
2 stops41h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/104:00 p.m.PVG - DTW
2 stops33h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 1,354
Mon 10/113:50 p.m.DTW - PVG
2 stops41h 10mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/127:00 p.m.PVG - DTW
2 stops40h 52mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/8C$ 1,504
Tue 16/912:39 p.m.DTW - PVG
2 stops34h 26mCathay Pacific
Tue 14/108:35 a.m.PVG - DTW
2 stops25h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/8C$ 1,525
Sat 15/113:50 p.m.DTW - PVG
2 stops35h 25mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/127:00 p.m.PVG - DTW
2 stops40h 52mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/8C$ 1,548
Tue 2/91:02 p.m.DTW - PVG
2 stops34h 03mCathay Pacific
Fri 3/107:20 a.m.PVG - DTW
2 stops26h 28mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/8C$ 1,569
Sat 25/101:07 p.m.DTW - SHA
2 stops35h 13mCathay Pacific
Thu 30/101:35 p.m.SHA - DTW
2 stops42h 09mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/8C$ 1,591
Sun 21/91:04 p.m.DTW - PVG
2 stops45h 06mCathay Pacific
Sat 11/107:20 a.m.PVG - DTW
2 stops26h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/8C$ 1,610
Sun 21/912:16 p.m.DTW - SHA
2 stops34h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/103:25 p.m.SHA - DTW
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 1,671
Sun 12/1010:37 a.m.DTW - SHA
2 stops36h 48mJapan Airlines
Sun 9/111:10 p.m.SHA - DTW
2 stops41h 53mJapan Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 1,803
Fri 12/97:17 p.m.DTW - SHA
2 stops28h 08mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/1012:50 p.m.SHA - DTW
2 stops32h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8C$ 1,832
Sun 12/1010:37 a.m.DTW - SHA
2 stops36h 48mJapan Airlines
Mon 10/111:10 p.m.SHA - DTW
2 stops36h 05mJapan Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 2,033
Mon 17/111:46 p.m.DTW - SHA
2 stops32h 59mJapan Airlines
Sun 28/121:10 p.m.SHA - DTW
2 stops45h 04mJapan Airlines
Deal found 14/8C$ 2,071

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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 - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 18/9

1:04 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

2 stops34h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 14/10

8:35 a.m.-9:50 p.m.

2 stops25h 15m

C$ 1,525

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/9

12:24 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

2 stops34h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/10

8:35 a.m.-9:48 p.m.

2 stops25h 13m

C$ 1,525

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 16/9

12:39 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

2 stops34h 26m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 14/10

8:35 a.m.-9:50 p.m.

2 stops25h 15m

C$ 1,525

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 16/9

12:39 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

2 stops34h 26m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 15/10

7:20 a.m.-9:50 p.m.

2 stops26h 30m

C$ 1,525

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/9

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

2 stops35h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/10

8:35 a.m.-9:48 p.m.

2 stops25h 13m

C$ 1,525

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/9

9:11 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

1 stop32h 04m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 10/10

2:15 a.m.-5:56 p.m.

2 stops27h 41m

C$ 1,526

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 15/11

3:50 p.m.-4:15 p.m.

2 stops35h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/12

7:00 p.m.-10:52 p.m.

2 stops40h 52m

C$ 1,548

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/9

1:02 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

2 stops34h 03m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/10

8:35 a.m.-9:48 p.m.

2 stops25h 13m

C$ 1,569

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 16/9

12:39 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

2 stops34h 26m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 18/10

8:35 a.m.-9:50 p.m.

2 stops25h 15m

C$ 1,569

DetroitShanghai

DTW - PVG

DTWPVG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/9

12:24 p.m.-11:05 a.m.

2 stops34h 41m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/10

7:20 a.m.-9:48 p.m.

2 stops26h 28m

C$ 1,569

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to China

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to China (average of C$ 1,070). Flying from Detroit to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,500). 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 August 2025.

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 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta 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
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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?

    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 cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to China one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Cathay Pacific, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 870. Delta flights start at C$ 1,078 while deals on Japan Airlines start at C$ 1,117 one-way.

  • 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 - Shanghai Pu Dong 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to China (average of C$ 1,070). Flying from Detroit to China in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,500). 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 airline flying from Detroit to China

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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,622AverageC$ 2,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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