S$875 Cheap Flights from Detroit to Shanghai

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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Shanghai (DTW-PVG)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$875 for one-way flights and S$1,691 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Mon, 1 Sep - Sun, 14 Sep
DTW
Detroit
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,691 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,691
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, 1 Sep from Detroit to Shanghai, returning Sun, 14 Sep, priced at S$1,691 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Fri, 5 Sep - Fri, 12 Sep
DTW
Detroit
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,705 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,705
Return
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, 5 Sep from Detroit to Shanghai, returning Fri, 12 Sep, priced at S$1,705 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Sat, 30 Aug - Sat, 13 Sep
DTW
Detroit
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,736 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,736
Return
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, 30 Aug from Detroit to Shanghai, returning Sat, 13 Sep, priced at S$1,736 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, 5 Sep - Fri, 12 Sep
DTW
Detroit
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,736 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,736
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, 5 Sep from Detroit to Shanghai, returning Fri, 12 Sep, priced at S$1,736 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Sat, 30 Aug - Sat, 13 Sep
DTW
Detroit
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,737 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,737
Return
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, 30 Aug from Detroit to Shanghai, returning Sat, 13 Sep, priced at S$1,737 found 1 day ago
Air Canada
Mon, 1 Sep - Sun, 14 Sep
DTW
Detroit
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,742 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,742
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, 1 Sep from Detroit to Shanghai, returning Sun, 14 Sep, priced at S$1,742 found 1 day ago
Delta
Mon, 1 Sep - Sun, 14 Sep
DTW
Detroit
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,751 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,751
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, 1 Sep from Detroit to Shanghai, returning Sun, 14 Sep, priced at S$1,751 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, 5 Sep - Fri, 12 Sep
DTW
Detroit
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,772 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,772
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, 5 Sep from Detroit to Shanghai, returning Fri, 12 Sep, priced at S$1,772 found 1 day ago
All Nippon Airways
Mon, 1 Sep - Sun, 14 Sep
DTW
Detroit
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,776 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,776
Return
found 1 day ago
Select All Nippon Airways flight, departing Mon, 1 Sep from Detroit to Shanghai, returning Sun, 14 Sep, priced at S$1,776 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Fri, 5 Sep - Fri, 12 Sep
DTW
Detroit
PVG
Shanghai
S$1,783 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,783
Return
found 1 day ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, 5 Sep from Detroit to Shanghai, returning Fri, 12 Sep, priced at S$1,783 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit (DTW) to Shanghai (PVG)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$1,241 - S$2,118 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Detroit to Shanghai route information
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Pudong Intl.
Airlines serving
Air France, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Delta, KLM, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines
Return price
S$1,691
Distance
11393 km
Average flight time
14 hours 15 mins

Flights from Detroit to Shanghai

There are several airlines that operate frequent flights from Detroit (DTW) to Shanghai (PVG) including

The earliest flight leaves Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at 15:30 and arrives at Pudong Intl. Airport at 18:55. The last flight of the day departs Detroit at 16:47 and arrives at Shanghai at 19:20.

The flight distance from Detroit to Shanghai is about 11522 km, the shortest flight is 14 hours 15 minutes with WestJet.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from DTW to PVG?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Shanghai Pudong Airport was S$1,691. Great fares don't last long, so book yours today. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Metro Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport?
This can differ from airline to airline, as each one has its own terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where you'll find easy-to-follow instructions on how to cancel online.
How do I find cheap flights from Metro Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Metro Airport to Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from DTW to PVG?
With a flight distance of 11,500 kilometres between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG), this is a long-haul trip. Remember to stay hydrated and take a short walk down the aisle from time to time.
Which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metro Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport?
There are no direct flights, so you'll need to make at least one stop between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG). Use the layover time to stretch your legs and grab a bite to eat.
Are Metro Airport to PVG flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes find a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from Metro Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport appearing a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals frequently — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not every airline advertises prices so far in advance.

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