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$481+ 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 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SHA
Mar 26 — Apr 21
Thu 3/26
Thu 4/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to China

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 February 24, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 9/710:21 am
CMH
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PVG
2 stops36h 44m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 9/188:35 am
PVG
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CMH
2 stops27h 34m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/23$916
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/238:05 pm
CMH
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PVG
2 stops27h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/3012:20 pm
PVG
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CMH
2 stops23h 49m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/24$918
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 9/79:03 pm
CMH
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SHA
2 stops51h 02m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 9/184:50 pm
SHA
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CMH
2 stops38h 14m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/23$922
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Wed 9/238:05 pm
CMH
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SHA
2 stops31h 30m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 10/410:30 pm
SHA
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CMH
2 stops32h 36m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/24$927
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 4/81:45 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops33h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 4/145:40 pm
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops36h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/24$956
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/238:05 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops27h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 10/18:35 am
PVG
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CMH
2 stops27h 34m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/24$964
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1712:51 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops36h 24m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 5/157:20 am
PVG
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CMH
2 stops28h 19m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/21$966
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/282:29 pm
CMH
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SHA
2 stops33h 36m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 9/171:20 pm
SHA
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CMH
2 stops46h 49m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/21$966
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/238:05 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops27h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 10/27:20 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops23h 44m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/24$968
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Wed 9/238:05 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops39h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 10/48:35 am
PVG
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CMH
2 stops27h 34m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/24$977
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Sat 9/198:05 pm
CMH
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SHA
2 stops36h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 10/410:30 pm
SHA
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CMH
2 stops32h 36m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/24$977
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/258:05 pm
CMH
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PVG
2 stops28h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/3012:20 pm
PVG
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CMH
2 stops23h 49m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/24$980

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 February 24, 2026.

Round-trip from

$956
(oojo)

One-way from

$481
(Travelocity)
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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 February 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to China that are best for you.

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Columbus

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China

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusFuzhou

CMH - FOC

CMHFOC

Columbus

Tue 4/7

7:30 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops35h 55m

Fuzhou

Tue 4/14

8:45 pm-6:06 pm

2 stops33h 21m

$1,134

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Wed 4/8

6:10 am-12:15 pm

2 stops42h 05m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 4/15

1:35 pm-1:12 pm

2 stops35h 37m

$1,141

ColumbusBeijing

CMH - PEK

CMHPEK

Columbus

Mon 4/27

6:10 am-8:15 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Beijing Capital

Wed 5/6

8:20 am-2:11 pm

2 stops41h 51m

$1,155

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Wed 4/8

7:54 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops31h 41m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 4/14

4:50 pm-6:06 pm

2 stops37h 16m

$1,175

ColumbusBeijing

CMH - PEK

CMHPEK

Columbus

Fri 4/10

7:54 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops36h 31m

Beijing Capital

Thu 4/16

3:15 am-6:30 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$1,180

ColumbusBeijing

CMH - PEK

CMHPEK

Columbus

Mon 5/4

1:45 pm-1:25 am

2 stops23h 40m

Beijing Capital

Mon 5/11

3:15 am-11:31 pm

2 stops32h 16m

$1,258

ColumbusBeijing

CMH - PEK

CMHPEK

Columbus

Fri 4/17

7:30 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop31h 40m

Beijing Capital

Tue 5/5

10:40 am-6:21 pm

2 stops43h 41m

$1,288

ColumbusWuhan

CMH - WUH

CMHWUH

Columbus

Thu 4/23

11:21 am-7:40 pm

2 stops44h 19m

Wuhan

Thu 5/7

8:50 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops38h 49m

$1,298

ColumbusShenyang

CMH - SHE

CMHSHE

Columbus

Sun 4/19

7:45 am-5:25 pm

3 stops45h 40m

Shenyang

Sun 4/26

1:00 pm-11:33 am

3 stops34h 33m

$1,407

ColumbusShenyang

CMH - SHE

CMHSHE

Columbus

Mon 3/30

6:00 pm-8:55 am

2 stops26h 55m

Shenyang

Wed 4/22

4:50 pm-1:27 pm

2 stops32h 37m

$1,421

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to China

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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 $1,011). 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 February 24, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Cathay Pacific, and United 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,238 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,238 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,238 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,179 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,238 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,344 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,238 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,344 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,238 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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

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 23h 25m. Fly via Cathay Pacific, ANA, or United Airlines 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 - Shanghai Pu Dong or Columbus - Wuhan 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 $1,011). 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 February 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,105Average$1,459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,155Average$1,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,155Average$1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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