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Cheap flights from Shanghai to Columbus (CMH) from $597

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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Columbus (CMH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 30, 2024.

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June

Average price

$2,046

Round-trip from

$281
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Shanghai to Columbus Airport?

Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Columbus Airport. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SHA to CMH?

It’s optimal to fly from Shanghai to Columbus Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap Lufthansa flights from Shanghai to Columbus

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Lufthansa for the route between Shanghai and Columbus. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Lufthansa flights we've detected traveling from Shanghai to Columbus. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Tue 9/1711:50 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops31h 41mLufthansa
Tue 2/112:32 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops37h 18mLufthansa
Deal found 5/29$1,316
Tue 9/1711:50 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops31h 13mLufthansa
Tue 2/1112:03 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops39h 47mLufthansa
Deal found 5/30$1,317
Wed 9/1811:35 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops29h 09mLufthansa
Tue 2/112:45 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops37h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 5/29$1,377
Wed 9/1811:35 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops36h 02mLufthansa
Tue 2/1112:03 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops39h 47mLufthansa
Deal found 5/30$1,380
Wed 9/2510:55 amPVG - CMH
2 stops43h 57mLufthansa
Tue 2/183:40 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops36h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 5/29$1,402
Wed 9/2510:55 amPVG - CMH
2 stops48h 42mLufthansa
Wed 2/123:40 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops29h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 5/29$1,403
Tue 9/171:40 amPVG - CMH
2 stops27h 10mLufthansa
Tue 2/113:40 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops36h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 5/29$1,747
Tue 9/171:40 amPVG - CMH
2 stops27h 10mLufthansa
Tue 2/112:32 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops37h 18mLufthansa
Deal found 5/30$1,748
Sat 6/2911:15 amPVG - CMH
2 stops41h 33mLufthansa
Sat 7/67:55 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops25h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 5/30$1,869

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Shanghai to Columbus

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Shanghai and Columbus. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Qatar Airways flights we've found at this time heading from Shanghai to Columbus. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Mon 9/1612:35 amPVG - CMH
2 stops32h 49mQatar Airways
Tue 2/111:21 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops35h 59mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/30$1,888
Mon 9/1612:35 amPVG - CMH
2 stops46h 26mQatar Airways
Tue 2/111:21 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops35h 59mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,967
Thu 8/112:35 amPVG - CMH
2 stops32h 42mQatar Airways
Fri 9/64:53 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops35h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,995

Cheap Shanghai to Columbus flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Shanghai to Columbus specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Prices were last updated on May 30, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Shanghai to Columbus in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sat 6/2911:15 amPVG - CMH
2 stops41h 33mLufthansa
Sat 7/67:55 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops25h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 5/30$1,869
Fri 6/2812:45 amPVG - CMH
2 stops49h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/63:36 pmCMH - PVG
1 stop37h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$2,321
Fri 6/2812:20 amPVG - CMH
3 stops35h 24mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/66:00 amCMH - PVG
3 stops45h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/30$2,531
Fri 6/281:35 amPVG - CMH
2 stops26h 10mANA
Sat 7/62:15 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops57h 25mANA
Deal found 5/30$2,594
Fri 6/2812:20 amPVG - CMH
3 stops35h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/65:00 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/30$2,623
Sat 6/295:25 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops28h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/67:38 amCMH - PVG
1 stop19h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$3,059
Sat 6/291:35 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops36h 30mANA
Sat 7/62:15 pmCMH - SHA
2 stops58h 00mANA
Deal found 5/30$3,369
Sat 6/295:25 pmPVG - CMH
1 stop25h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/67:38 amCMH - PVG
1 stop19h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$3,810

Shanghai to Columbus 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Shanghai and Columbus in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Shanghai to Columbus in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 12/1810:55 amPVG - CMH
2 stops48h 43mBritish Airways
Sat 1/412:17 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops31h 53mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/29$1,177
Tue 12/172:30 amPVG - CMH
2 stops24h 35mANA
Sat 1/42:32 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops45h 43mANA
Deal found 5/29$1,246
Tue 9/1711:50 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops31h 41mLufthansa
Tue 2/112:32 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops37h 18mLufthansa
Deal found 5/29$1,316
Tue 9/1711:50 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops31h 13mLufthansa
Tue 2/1112:03 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops39h 47mLufthansa
Deal found 5/30$1,317
Wed 9/1811:35 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops29h 09mLufthansa
Tue 2/112:45 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops37h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 5/29$1,377
Wed 9/1811:35 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops36h 02mLufthansa
Tue 2/1112:03 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops39h 47mLufthansa
Deal found 5/30$1,380
Wed 9/2510:55 amPVG - CMH
2 stops43h 57mLufthansa
Tue 2/183:40 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops36h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 5/29$1,402
Wed 9/2510:55 amPVG - CMH
2 stops48h 42mLufthansa
Wed 2/123:40 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops29h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 5/29$1,403
Tue 9/242:25 amPVG - CMH
3 stops39h 38mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1812:15 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$1,456

One-way flights to Columbus from Shanghai

Search for one-way flight options from Shanghai to Columbus. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Shanghai to Columbus. Those needing a return flight from Shanghai to Columbus can use the search form above.
Fri 9/62:25 amPVG - CMH
2 stops46h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$597
Sat 9/76:50 amPVG - CMH
3 stops42h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$636
Sat 9/78:20 amPVG - CMH
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$734
Mon 6/1712:35 amPVG - CMH
2 stops46h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/29$868
Tue 6/188:25 amPVG - CMH
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29$883
Sat 9/71:20 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$903
Sat 9/71:35 pmSHA - CMH
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/28$966
Tue 6/181:35 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops36h 30mANA
Deal found 5/29$999
Tue 6/1811:30 amPVG - CMH
1 stop35h 34mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/29$1,050

Find flights from Shanghai to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Shanghai to Columbus that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.

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Fly to

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Budget

$1,316 - $2,594

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Return

Price

Shanghai Pu DongColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/17

2 stops31h 41m

Columbus

Tue 2/11

2 stops37h 18m

$1,316

Shanghai Pu DongColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/24

3 stops39h 38m

Columbus

Tue 2/18

2 stops37h 05m

$1,456

Shanghai Pu DongColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/2

2 stops42h 27m

Columbus

Fri 9/6

2 stops27h 02m

$1,593

Shanghai Pu DongColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 9/17

1 stop29h 50m

Columbus

Tue 2/11

1 stop36h 20m

$1,707

Shanghai Pu DongColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 9/18

1 stop19h 07m

Columbus

Tue 2/11

1 stop21h 45m

$1,716

Shanghai Pu DongColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/16

2 stops32h 49m

Columbus

Tue 2/11

2 stops35h 59m

$1,888

Shanghai Hongqiao IntlColumbus

SHA - CMH

SHACMH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/25

2 stops39h 35m

Columbus

Tue 2/18

2 stops38h 19m

$2,043

Shanghai Pu DongColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/28

3 stops35h 24m

Columbus

Sat 7/6

3 stops45h 45m

$2,531

Shanghai Pu DongColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/28

2 stops26h 10m

Columbus

Sat 7/6

2 stops57h 25m

$2,594

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Deals found on 5/29

What is the cheapest day to fly from Shanghai to Columbus Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Shanghai to Columbus. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Shanghai to Columbus Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Columbus

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Temperature and rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

30.2 - 75.2 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated May 30, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Lufthansa, Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific from Shanghai to Columbus to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.5
Very good
915 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

ANA
8.5
Very good
915 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
915 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
915 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Cathay Pacific
7.8
Good
1,055 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
915 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,339 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
915 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Air France
7.5
Good
1,730 reviews
ANA
8.5
Very good
915 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.8

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Shanghai to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Shanghai to Columbus Airport for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Shanghai to Columbus Airport for under $1,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Lufthansa for just $1,316, but on average you can expect to pay $1,657.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Lufthansa is currently your cheapest option to Columbus Airport, with prices starting at $1,316. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $1,593 and $1,707, respectively. Lufthansa is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to Columbus Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $868. ANA flights start at $999 while deals on China Eastern start at $1,050 one-way.

  • What does SHA to CMH mean?

    Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is SHA and Columbus Airport is CMH. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Hangzhou Airport (HGH), Wuxi Airport (WUX), Suzhou Airport (SZV), Nantong Airport (NTG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Columbus that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Shanghai to Columbus flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Shanghai to Columbus with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Shanghai to Columbus flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Shanghai to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Shanghai to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Shanghai to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Shanghai to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Columbus by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Shanghai to Columbus that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Shanghai to Columbus offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Shanghai to Columbus?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Shanghai to Columbus flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Shanghai to Columbus Airport flight deals updated?

    The Shanghai to Columbus Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/30.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Shanghai to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Columbus Airport (average of $281). Flying from Shanghai to Columbus Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $353). 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 2 airlines flying from Shanghai to Columbus

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Shanghai to Columbus. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
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ANACheapest$1,533Average$1,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,690Average$1,716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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