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$472+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China 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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — CMH
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
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 February 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,217
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$472
(Kiwi.com)
From Shanghai to Columbus
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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 February 22, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/203:55 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops35h 33mAir Canada
Thu 11/204:20 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops34h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 2/22$1,217
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Wed 5/712:35 amPVG - CMH
2 stops48h 45mQatar Airways
Fri 10/3112:34 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops37h 46mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/22$1,356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 6/205:00 pmPVG - CMH
1 stop19h 12mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/205:17 amCMH - PVG
1 stop21h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,519
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Thu 5/83:45 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops31h 51mDelta
Thu 11/66:25 amCMH - PVG
1 stop19h 55mDelta
Deal found 2/22$1,596
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/203:55 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops35h 33mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/204:40 pmCMH - PVG
3 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$1,623
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/204:50 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops38h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/206:07 amCMH - SHA
2 stops41h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,980
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/94:50 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops38h 15mCathay Pacific
Fri 10/318:54 amCMH - SHA
2 stops39h 26mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/21$2,130

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 February 22, 2025.

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Shanghai

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/20

3:55 pm-3:28 pm

2 stops35h 33m

Columbus

Thu 11/20

4:20 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops34h 40m

$1,217

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/7

12:35 am-1:20 pm

2 stops48h 45m

Columbus

Fri 10/31

12:34 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops37h 46m

$1,356

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/20

5:00 pm-12:12 am

1 stop19h 12m

Columbus

Thu 11/20

5:17 am-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 53m

$1,519

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/8

3:45 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 55m

Columbus

Thu 11/6

6:25 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$1,596

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/20

3:55 pm-3:28 pm

2 stops35h 33m

Columbus

Thu 11/20

4:40 pm-4:00 pm

3 stops34h 20m

$1,623

ShanghaiColumbus

SHA - CMH

SHACMH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/20

4:50 pm-6:57 pm

2 stops38h 07m

Columbus

Thu 11/20

6:07 am-12:25 pm

2 stops41h 18m

$1,980

ShanghaiColumbus

SHA - CMH

SHACMH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 5/9

4:50 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops38h 15m

Columbus

Fri 10/31

8:54 am-12:20 pm

2 stops39h 26m

$2,130

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/20

3:10 pm-5:59 pm

3 stops38h 49m

$472

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/31

5:30 pm-11:18 am

2 stops29h 48m

$560

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/31

5:00 pm-12:31 am

1 stop19h 31m

$564

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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 February 22, 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 February 22, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
822 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,603 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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 Air Canada is currently your cheapest option to Columbus Airport, with prices starting at $1,217. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,356 and $1,519, respectively.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $560. American Airlines flights start at $564 while deals on United Airlines start at $566 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 $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 3 airlines flying from Shanghai to Columbus

Discover the top 3 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ANACheapest$1,341Average$1,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$1,455Average$1,647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,714Average$1,726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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