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$453+ 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 11/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SHA
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$997
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$453
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,290
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:44 pmCMH - PEK
1 stop31h 46mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/91:20 pmPEK - CMH
1 stop17h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$997
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/123:24 pmCMH - PEK
2 stops30h 21mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/253:25 amPEK - CMH
2 stops27h 13mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/30$1,049
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2412:08 pmCMH - PEK
2 stops23h 47mCathay Pacific
Tue 12/97:30 amPEK - CMH
2 stops23h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/29$1,056
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sun 12/77:00 amCMH - PVG
1 stop20h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/156:25 pmPVG - CMH
1 stop32h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,071
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/78:55 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops51h 35mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/155:30 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops37h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/30$1,075
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 11/298:52 pmCMH - PEK
2 stops39h 03mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/81:45 pmPEK - CMH
2 stops40h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/29$1,105
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 12/711:00 amCMH - SHA
2 stops36h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 12/1510:30 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops32h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/29$1,148
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/910:32 amCMH - PVG
2 stops36h 03mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/127:10 amPVG - CMH
2 stops23h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/28$1,194
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/711:00 amCMH - PVG
2 stops36h 30mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/128:30 amPVG - CMH
2 stops21h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/28$1,244
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/811:00 amCMH - SHA
2 stops36h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/1210:30 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops32h 29mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/28$1,269
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/128:05 amCMH - PEK
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/271:30 amPEK - CMH
2 stops24h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,270
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Sun 12/79:00 amCMH - PVG
2 stops27h 15mANA
Sun 12/142:35 amPVG - CMH
2 stops28h 32mANA
Deal found 10/29$1,334

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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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to China that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

China

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Wed 1/21

9:04 am-12:20 pm

2 stops38h 16m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 1/28

1:35 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops40h 50m

$999

ColumbusBeijing

CMH - PEK

CMHPEK

Columbus

Wed 11/12

3:24 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops35h 06m

Beijing Capital

Wed 11/26

7:30 am-5:38 pm

2 stops23h 08m

$1,049

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sun 12/7

7:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/15

6:25 pm-2:23 pm

1 stop32h 58m

$1,071

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sun 12/7

8:55 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops51h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/15

5:30 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops37h 00m

$1,075

ColumbusBeijing

CMH - PEK

CMHPEK

Columbus

Thu 3/5

11:50 am-6:15 pm

2 stops41h 25m

Beijing Capital

Mon 3/9

7:30 pm-6:54 pm

2 stops35h 24m

$1,099

ColumbusBeijing

CMH - PEK

CMHPEK

Columbus

Sat 11/29

8:52 pm-12:55 am

2 stops39h 03m

Beijing Capital

Mon 12/8

1:45 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops40h 45m

$1,105

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Sun 12/7

11:00 am-12:20 pm

2 stops36h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/15

10:30 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops32h 00m

$1,148

ColumbusFuzhou

CMH - FOC

CMHFOC

Columbus

Tue 2/17

11:35 am-10:05 am

2 stops33h 30m

Fuzhou

Sat 2/21

11:15 am-6:19 pm

2 stops44h 04m

$1,149

ColumbusGuangzhou

CMH - CAN

CMHCAN

Columbus

Thu 2/26

7:49 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops36h 11m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 3/2

10:15 am-6:19 pm

2 stops21h 04m

$1,179

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Fri 4/17

7:19 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops52h 51m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/15

7:20 am-6:56 pm

2 stops23h 36m

$1,180

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to China (average of $1,018). Flying from Columbus to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,865). 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 CN?

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

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to China at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus to China?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to China. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to China flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 October 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Cathay Pacific, and Qatar Airways 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,044 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,661 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to China. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to China?

    There are many flights that can get you from Columbus to China in 20h 25m. Fly via Cathay Pacific, American Airlines, or Qatar Airways 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?

    Most travelers choose Columbus - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Columbus - Beijing Capital or Columbus - Shanghai Pu Dong when deciding on the best route 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to China (average of $1,018). Flying from Columbus to China in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,865). 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to China

Discover the top 5 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,105Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,155Average$1,544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,166Average$1,629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,853Average$2,629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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