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$1,159+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Columbus (CMH)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — CMH
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
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 April 1, 2025.

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$1,159
(Air Canada)
From Shanghai to Columbus
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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 April 1, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 5/88:10 amPVG - CMH
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/314:20 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,159
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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
1 stop30h 06mDelta
Fri 10/316:25 amCMH - PVG
1 stop20h 55mDelta
Deal found 3/31$1,167
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 10/211:50 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops29h 21mLufthansa
Fri 10/316:00 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops28h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 3/31$1,247
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 stops34h 16mQatar Airways
Fri 10/312:38 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops35h 42mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/1$1,390
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/11:35 amPVG - CMH
2 stops26h 15mANA
Fri 10/316:07 amCMH - PVG
2 stops27h 18mANA
Deal found 3/31$1,471
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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
2 stops29h 20mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/205:17 amCMH - PVG
1 stop21h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,663
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 6/208:10 pmPVG - CMH
3 stops29h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/206:00 amCMH - PVG
2 stops23h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,787
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Fri 6/201:20 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops34h 20mCathay Pacific
Thu 11/207:54 pmCMH - SHA
2 stops27h 26mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/31$2,270

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Columbus

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ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/8

8:10 am-8:40 pm

2 stops24h 30m

Columbus

Fri 10/31

4:20 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops35h 40m

$1,159

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/8

5:30 pm-12:54 pm

2 stops31h 24m

Columbus

Fri 10/31

8:10 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$1,167

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/7

12:35 am-10:51 pm

2 stops34h 16m

Columbus

Fri 10/31

2:38 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops35h 42m

$1,390

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/20

5:00 pm-10:20 am

2 stops29h 20m

Columbus

Thu 11/20

5:17 am-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 53m

$1,663

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 6/20

8:10 pm-1:15 pm

3 stops29h 05m

Columbus

Thu 11/20

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$1,787

ShanghaiColumbus

SHA - CMH

SHACMH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 6/20

1:20 pm-11:40 am

2 stops34h 20m

Columbus

Thu 11/20

7:54 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops27h 26m

$2,270

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 8/22

1:35 am-1:16 pm

2 stops23h 41m

Columbus

Sat 8/23

4:05 pm-12:35 am

2 stops20h 30m

$3,034

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/25

12:30 am-5:13 am

3 stops40h 43m

$2,775

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/26

3:45 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop17h 11m

$4,395

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/1

Best time to book a flight from Shanghai to Columbus

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Shanghai to Columbus Airport

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 April 1, 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 April 1, 2025.
ANA
8.3
Very good
830 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
ANA
8.3
Very good
830 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
830 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
830 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
841 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
830 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,541 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
830 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,615 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
830 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.

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 $1,167. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,390 and $1,663, respectively.

  • 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 airline flying from Shanghai to Columbus

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