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$599+ Cheap flights from Columbus to China

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 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SHA
May 31 — Jun 71
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2026.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/77:00 am
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/141:10 pm
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops27h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,071
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/162:41 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops33h 24m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 9/288:35 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops26h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/1$1,237
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/162:41 pm
CMH
-
SHA
2 stops33h 24m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 9/2810:30 pm
SHA
-
CMH
2 stops37h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 4/29$1,237
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/39:10 am
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops43h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/176:40 pm
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops33h 18m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,279
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 9/222:15 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops35h 50m
Air Canada
Tue 12/15:35 pm
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops40h 21m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/27$1,290
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sun 11/19:30 am
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops41h 30m
Air Canada
Tue 12/15:35 pm
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops40h 21m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/27$1,294
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 8/2110:20 am
CMH
-
PEK
2 stops27h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 9/56:40 pm
PEK
-
CMH
2 stops34h 32m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 4/30$1,308
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/227:38 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops38h 32m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 10/112:20 pm
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops23h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 4/28$1,312
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/97:38 pm
CMH
-
SHA
2 stops28h 27m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/161:20 pm
SHA
-
CMH
2 stops46h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 4/27$1,312
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/76:03 pm
CMH
-
SHA
2 stops30h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1410:30 pm
SHA
-
CMH
2 stops37h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,316
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/47:55 pm
CMH
-
SHE
2 stops25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/2510:15 am
SHE
-
CMH
2 stops23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,321
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/207:55 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops36h 15m
Korean Air
Mon 12/72:00 pm
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops34h 35m
Korean Air
Deal found 4/28$1,330

Find flight deals from Columbus to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to China flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,071
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$599
(KAYAK)
From Columbus to China
One-way flight from Columbus to China

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to China 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 May 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to China that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Wed 9/16

2:41 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops33h 24m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/28

10:30 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops37h 00m

$1,237

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Wed 9/9

7:38 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops28h 27m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 9/16

1:20 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops46h 10m

$1,312

ColumbusShenyang

CMH - SHE

CMHSHE

Columbus

Fri 9/4

7:55 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 00m

Shenyang

Fri 9/25

10:15 am-9:20 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$1,321

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Tue 9/22

7:38 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops37h 17m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 10/1

10:30 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops37h 00m

$1,362

ColumbusWuhan

CMH - WUH

CMHWUH

Columbus

Sun 10/18

7:38 pm-11:05 am

2 stops27h 27m

Wuhan

Thu 10/22

11:30 am-11:30 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$1,418

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Fri 10/2

7:38 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops37h 17m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 10/11

10:30 pm-7:06 pm

2 stops32h 36m

$1,437

ColumbusWuhan

CMH - WUH

CMHWUH

Columbus

Wed 9/30

7:38 pm-11:05 am

2 stops27h 27m

Wuhan

Sun 10/4

11:30 am-11:30 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$1,493

ColumbusGuangzhou

CMH - CAN

CMHCAN

Columbus

Mon 9/7

11:36 am-2:15 pm

2 stops38h 39m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 9/10

1:35 am-10:40 am

2 stops45h 05m

$1,507

ColumbusChongqing

CMH - CKG

CMHCKG

Columbus

Thu 9/17

7:38 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops32h 32m

Chongqing Jiangbei Intl

Mon 9/21

11:20 am-11:30 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$1,624

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Tue 9/22

7:00 am-11:20 am

2 stops40h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/1

1:10 pm-2:01 pm

2 stops37h 51m

$1,658

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to China

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to China (average of $606). Flying from Columbus to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,527). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated May 1, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,Cathay Pacific, andUnited Airlines from Columbus to China to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Columbus to China?

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus to China in 18h 30m. Fly via Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways, or Air Canada to get the fastest option. There are 7268 mi between Columbus and China. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Columbus to China?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to China 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 to China?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to China (average of $606). Flying from Columbus to China in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,527). 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 China

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to China. 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 May 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,108Average$1,605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$1,145Average$1,550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,155Average$1,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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