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$546+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Hongqiao Intl, China (SHA)

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 3/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SHA
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Wed 2/26
Wed 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Hongqiao Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to Hongqiao Intl (SHA). 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 February 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,225
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$546
(Booking.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,631
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Hongqiao Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Hongqiao Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/256:22 amCMH - SHA
2 stops40h 23mJapan Airlines
Tue 3/41:10 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops37h 14mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,203
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/256:22 amCMH - SHA
2 stops40h 23mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/47:05 pmSHA - CMH
3 stops38h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,468
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/268:30 amCMH - SHA
2 stops38h 50mCathay Pacific
Fri 3/74:35 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops33h 57mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/20$1,568
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/246:10 amCMH - SHA
3 stops39h 50mAir China
Tue 7/297:55 amSHA - CMH
2 stops23h 03mAir China
Deal found 2/19$7,585

Find flights from Columbus to Hongqiao Intl within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Hongqiao Intl 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 21, 2025.

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Columbus

Fly to

Hongqiao Intl

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Return

Price

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Wed 3/5

6:22 am-11:45 am

2 stops40h 23m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/17

1:10 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops41h 26m

$1,225

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Thu 5/1

5:53 am-11:25 am

2 stops41h 32m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/4

1:35 pm-2:09 pm

2 stops36h 34m

$1,473

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Sun 4/6

1:34 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops34h 31m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 4/13

1:20 pm-7:04 pm

2 stops41h 44m

$1,592

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Tue 6/24

6:10 am-10:00 am

3 stops39h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 7/29

7:55 am-6:58 pm

2 stops23h 03m

$7,585

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Mon 3/31

9:08 am-11:25 am

2 stops38h 17m

$546

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Mon 3/31

6:55 pm-6:00 pm

3 stops59h 05m

$743

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Thu 3/6

9:10 am-12:20 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$806

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Tue 3/4

6:05 am-9:55 am

3 stops38h 50m

$1,440

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Deals found on 2/20

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to Hongqiao Intl in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Columbus Airport-Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Hongqiao Intl

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Hongqiao Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Columbus to Hongqiao Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $1,169). Flying from Columbus Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,884). 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 CMH to SHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Hongqiao Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 21, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

Rainfall in Hongqiao Intl by month

Plan your trip to Hongqiao Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport ranges from 1.2 - 6.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Hongqiao Intl by month

Plan your trip to Hongqiao Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Hongqiao Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hongqiao Intl. 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 Hongqiao Intl. Reviews last updated February 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines and Cathay Pacific from Columbus to Shanghai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
820 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

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

    Flying on Japan Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport, with prices starting at $1,225. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Cathay Pacific and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at $1,592 and $7,585, respectively. Japan Airlines is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Japan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $546. Cathay Pacific flights start at $806 while deals on Air China start at $1,440 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Hongqiao Intl?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Hongqiao Intl 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 Columbus Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (average of $1,169). Flying from Columbus Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,884). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,258Average$1,698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$1,304Average$2,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,498Average$1,899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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