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$751+ Cheap flights from Shanghai to Columbus (CMH)

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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — CMH
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 21, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$1,192
(Delta)

One-way from

$751
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/275:30 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops31h 18mDelta
Mon 2/104:08 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops35h 47mDelta
Deal found 11/20$1,192
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/261:55 amPVG - CMH
2 stops30h 32mLufthansa
Mon 2/105:44 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops34h 06mLufthansa
Deal found 11/20$1,355
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/276:10 pmPVG - CMH
1 stop18h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/105:00 amCMH - PVG
1 stop22h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,606
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 12/278:00 amPVG - CMH
3 stops24h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/107:13 amCMH - PVG
2 stops23h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,670
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 12/2711:30 pmPVG - CMH
3 stops51h 39mEthiopian Air
Mon 2/106:00 amCMH - PVG
3 stops45h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/20$2,246
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/274:35 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops39h 27mCathay Pacific
Mon 2/1011:30 amCMH - SHA
2 stops35h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/20$2,583

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/27

5:30 pm-9:52 am

1 stop29h 22m

Columbus

Mon 2/10

6:09 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops33h 46m

$1,192

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 12/26

1:55 am-7:27 pm

2 stops30h 32m

Columbus

Mon 2/10

5:44 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops34h 06m

$1,355

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/27

6:10 pm-12:08 am

1 stop18h 58m

Columbus

Mon 2/10

5:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$1,606

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/27

8:00 am-7:41 pm

3 stops24h 41m

Columbus

Mon 2/10

7:13 am-7:50 pm

2 stops23h 37m

$1,670

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 12/27

11:30 pm-2:09 pm

3 stops51h 39m

Columbus

Mon 2/10

6:00 am-4:15 pm

3 stops45h 15m

$2,246

ShanghaiColumbus

SHA - CMH

SHACMH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 12/27

4:35 pm-7:02 pm

2 stops39h 27m

Columbus

Mon 2/10

11:30 am-12:20 pm

2 stops35h 50m

$2,583

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 1/12

12:30 pm-4:11 pm

3 stops40h 41m

$751

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 1/9

2:30 am-8:16 pm

2 stops30h 46m

$881

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 1/10

7:05 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops35h 15m

$1,066

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 1/11

1:30 pm-4:41 pm

2 stops40h 11m

$1,107

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Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Columbus

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Travel insights for flights from Shanghai to Columbus

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Shanghai to Columbus Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Columbus by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus Airport ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus Airport when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 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 November 21, 2024.
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,759 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
878 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,173 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
786 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

I hate the assigned seat from Japan to Chicago it was a long flight and I was assigned in the most uncomfortable area, the worst is I can't check in online makes it more worse.

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.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Columbus Airport, with prices starting at $1,192. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Lufthansa and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,355 and $1,606, respectively. Delta 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 Shanghai to Columbus Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with ANA, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $881. Delta flights start at $1,066 while deals on United Airlines start at $1,107 one-way.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Shanghai to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ANACheapest$1,341Average$1,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,690Average$1,726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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