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$559+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Shanghai, China

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CMH — SHA
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,101
(Delta)

One-way from

$559
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,362
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 3/56:25 amCMH - PVG
1 stop19h 55mDelta
Mon 3/175:30 pmPVG - CMH
1 stop16h 56mDelta
Deal found 1/30$1,101
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 3/288:22 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops30h 28mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/75:00 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops31h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$1,124
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/119:08 amCMH - SHA
2 stops38h 37mJapan Airlines
Tue 3/181:10 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops41h 26mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,128
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/38:32 amCMH - PVG
2 stops36h 38mCathay Pacific
Wed 2/55:30 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops33h 11mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/30$1,270
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2811:35 amCMH - PVG
2 stops38h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 5/612:35 amPVG - CMH
2 stops32h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/29$1,279
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/206:10 amCMH - PVG
2 stops24h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/3112:10 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops39h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$1,386
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Wed 3/56:22 amCMH - SHA
2 stops40h 58mCathay Pacific
Mon 3/1710:30 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops32h 06mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/30$1,502
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Wed 3/510:58 amCMH - PVG
2 stops38h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/162:30 amPVG - CMH
2 stops30h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$1,565
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Sun 3/26:05 amCMH - PVG
2 stops30h 10mANA
Sat 3/83:30 amPVG - CMH
2 stops46h 46mANA
Deal found 1/30$1,689
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 6/68:55 amCMH - PVG
2 stops35h 00mBritish Airways
Sun 6/2211:00 amPVG - CMH
2 stops65h 49mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/30$1,709
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Tue 6/107:00 amCMH - PVG
2 stops43h 05mAir Canada
Sat 6/213:55 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops35h 36mAir Canada
Deal found 1/30$1,806
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Fri 6/277:34 amCMH - PVG
2 stops24h 11mJapan Airlines
Tue 7/84:05 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops33h 53mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/29$2,068

Find flights from Columbus to Shanghai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Shanghai 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 30, 2025.

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ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Wed 3/5

6:25 am-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/17

5:30 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop16h 56m

$1,101

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Fri 3/28

8:22 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops30h 28m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 5/7

5:00 pm-12:44 pm

2 stops31h 44m

$1,124

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Tue 3/11

9:08 am-11:45 am

2 stops38h 37m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 3/18

1:10 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops41h 26m

$1,128

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Fri 3/28

11:35 am-2:20 pm

2 stops38h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/6

12:35 am-9:15 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$1,279

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Thu 3/20

6:10 am-6:45 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/31

12:10 pm-3:57 pm

2 stops39h 47m

$1,386

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Wed 3/5

6:22 am-12:20 pm

2 stops40h 58m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 3/17

10:30 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops32h 06m

$1,502

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Wed 3/5

10:58 am-2:20 pm

2 stops38h 22m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 3/16

2:30 am-8:49 pm

2 stops30h 19m

$1,565

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sun 3/2

6:05 am-1:15 am

2 stops30h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/8

3:30 am-1:16 pm

2 stops46h 46m

$1,689

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Fri 6/6

8:55 am-7:55 am

2 stops35h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 6/24

11:00 am-4:49 pm

2 stops65h 49m

$1,709

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Tue 6/10

7:00 am-2:05 pm

2 stops43h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 6/21

3:55 pm-3:31 pm

2 stops35h 36m

$1,806

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Shanghai

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Shanghai

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Columbus Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,839). 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 PVG?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus Airport to Shanghai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Shanghai by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shanghai 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 when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Shanghai by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shanghai, 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 Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with ANA, Japan Airlines and Delta from Columbus to Shanghai have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

patrick,Dec 2024

MNL - NRT

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
844 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

patrick,Dec 2024

MNL - NRT

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

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,445 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

patrick,Dec 2024

MNL - NRT

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
8,450 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

patrick,Dec 2024

MNL - NRT

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
3,715 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

patrick,Dec 2024

MNL - NRT

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
820 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
844 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

patrick,Dec 2024

MNL - NRT

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 Columbus to Shanghai. 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 Columbus Airport to Shanghai round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Shanghai, with prices starting at $1,101. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Japan Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,124 and $1,128, respectively. Users have found that Delta is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $559. Japan Airlines flights start at $665 while deals on American Airlines start at $673 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Shanghai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Shanghai 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?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Shanghai (average of $1,199). Flying from Columbus Airport to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,839). 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 4 airlines flying from Columbus to Shanghai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Shanghai. 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$1,285Average$1,673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$1,291Average$1,763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ANACheapest$1,304Average$2,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,579Average$1,916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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