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$551+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Columbus (CMH)

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SHA — CMH
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,140
(Delta)

One-way from

$551
(Mytrip)

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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 January 21, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 3/57:05 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops31h 21mDelta
Mon 5/197:55 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops29h 50mDelta
Deal found 1/21$1,140
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/212:10 amPVG - CMH
2 stops33h 31mLufthansa
Sat 5/172:55 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops36h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 1/21$1,277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 3/52:30 amPVG - CMH
2 stops31h 19mANA
Wed 5/219:00 amCMH - PVG
2 stops27h 35mANA
Deal found 1/21$1,349
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 3/52:20 amPVG - CMH
3 stops35h 31mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/206:25 amCMH - PVG
3 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,390
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/711:45 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops33h 28mQatar Airways
Wed 5/2110:30 amCMH - PVG
2 stops42h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,639
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/78:25 pmPVG - CMH
3 stops37h 24mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/172:55 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops38h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,662
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/910:55 amPVG - CMH
2 stops42h 33mBritish Airways
Sun 5/188:30 amCMH - PVG
2 stops35h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,675
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 3/66:10 pmPVG - CMH
1 stop29h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/208:20 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops30h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,712
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/811:30 pmPVG - CMH
3 stops50h 46mEthiopian Air
Wed 5/216:12 amCMH - PVG
3 stops45h 33mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/21$2,151
This hutchgo.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 hutchgo.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/610:30 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops32h 37mCathay Pacific
Wed 5/218:30 amCMH - SHA
2 stops39h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/21$3,924

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/5

7:05 pm-1:26 pm

2 stops31h 21m

Columbus

Mon 5/19

7:55 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$1,140

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/2

12:10 am-8:41 pm

2 stops33h 31m

Columbus

Sat 5/17

2:55 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops36h 55m

$1,277

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/5

2:30 am-8:49 pm

2 stops31h 19m

Columbus

Wed 5/21

9:00 am-12:35 am

2 stops27h 35m

$1,349

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/5

2:20 am-12:51 am

3 stops35h 31m

Columbus

Tue 5/20

6:25 am-8:10 pm

3 stops25h 45m

$1,390

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/7

11:45 pm-8:13 pm

2 stops33h 28m

Columbus

Wed 5/21

10:30 am-4:30 pm

2 stops42h 00m

$1,639

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/7

8:25 pm-8:49 pm

3 stops37h 24m

Columbus

Sat 5/17

2:55 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops38h 50m

$1,662

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/9

10:55 am-4:28 pm

2 stops42h 33m

Columbus

Sun 5/18

8:30 am-7:55 am

2 stops35h 25m

$1,675

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 3/6

6:10 pm-10:56 am

1 stop29h 46m

Columbus

Tue 5/20

8:20 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$1,712

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/8

11:30 pm-1:16 pm

3 stops50h 46m

Columbus

Wed 5/21

6:12 am-3:45 pm

3 stops45h 33m

$2,151

ShanghaiColumbus

SHA - CMH

SHACMH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 3/6

10:30 pm-6:07 pm

2 stops32h 37m

Columbus

Wed 5/21

8:30 am-12:05 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$3,924

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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 January 21, 2025.

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 January 21, 2025.
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
852 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

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 $1,140. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Lufthansa and ANA, with the lowest prices starting at $1,277 and $1,349, respectively. Delta is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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 $352). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ANACheapest$1,341Average$1,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,690Average$1,726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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