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Cheapest round-trip
$949
Typical prices: $1,222-$1,688
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/14Thu 9/17
DTW - PVG • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,689
Typical prices: $1,163-$1,911
Delta
Mon 8/31Sat 10/3
DTW - PVG • Non-stop
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Every day
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 15h 30m
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Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,290 (round-trip)
Dallas (DFW)
Shortest trip • 20h 26m (one-way)
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When to book
3 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 24% price drop
January
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Pu Dong (DTW-PVG)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit to Pu Dong that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Pu Dong

Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17
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7:01 am - 8:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
25h 54m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl
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1:10 pm - 5:22 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
28h 12m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$949Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Thu, Oct 1
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7:01 am - 8:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
25h 54m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Incheon Intl
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1:05 am - 5:22 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
40h 17m2 stops Incheon Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$949Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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8:55 pm - 6:25 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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9:55 am - 7:00 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
45h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$1,104Turkish Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:55 pm - 6:25 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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9:55 am - 6:00 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
45h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$1,104Turkish Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Nov 16
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2:07 pm - 12:45 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
22h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda
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2:35 am - 2:19 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 44m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,204ANA
Tue, Aug 18 - Mon, Nov 16
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2:07 pm - 12:45 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
22h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Tokyo Haneda
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2:35 am - 2:19 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 44m2 stops Tokyo Haneda Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$1,226ANA
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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5:51 am - 4:50 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:50 pm - 9:26 amPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 36m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,230American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22
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6:00 am - 3:20 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
21h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:20 pm - 11:38 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,276American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Oct 3
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8:27 am - 5:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 48m1 stop Los Angeles
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1:10 pm - 11:40 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,400China Eastern
Tue, Sep 1 - Fri, Oct 2
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8:27 am - 5:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
20h 48m1 stop Los Angeles
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1:10 pm - 11:40 pmPVG  Shanghai Pu Dong-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,443China Eastern
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Pu Dong flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to Pu Dong to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually cost between $1,383 and $1,688 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $949 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 16-Nov 13).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Wednesday is the most expensive. Flying from Shanghai Pudong Airport back to Detroit, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Friday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport is September, where tickets cost $1,253 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,460 and $2,221 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $1,467 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Pu Dong

 
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Daniel Scheffler

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Ramsey Qubein

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Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$458
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport

When to book flights from Detroit to Pu Dong

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Pu Dong based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport was $458 for a one-way ticket and $949 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Detroit and Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Detroit and on arrival in Shanghai Pudong Airport.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    Detroit airport is called Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and the only airport in Shanghai Pudong Airport is Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    Japan Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Detroit and Shanghai Pudong Airport, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to Shanghai, ANA or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Shanghai are ANA and Delta. With an average price for the route of $1,569 and an overall rating of 8.3, ANA is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $2,062 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Shanghai Pudong Airport from Detroit is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit and PVG can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Shanghai Pudong Airport from Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

    In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport were found on Turkish Airlines ($1,104) and Qatar Airways ($1,118).

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,074 or less one-way and $1,659 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Shanghai Pudong Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Shanghai Pu Dong.
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Shanghai Pu Dong Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Shanghai Pu Dong

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Shanghai Pu Dong to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Detroit (DTW)
Pu Dong (PVG)