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$558+ 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 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SHA
Apr 19 — Apr 261
Sun 4/19
Sun 4/26
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 March 20, 2026.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 9/98:05 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops28h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 10/157:20 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops28h 44m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/18$1,085
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Thu 9/108:05 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops27h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 10/157:20 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops28h 44m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/18$1,088
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/287:00 am
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/51:10 pm
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops28h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,121
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Mon 11/97:00 am
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops40h 35m
Korean Air
Mon 11/308:50 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops44h 34m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/19$1,122
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Thu 4/167:30 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops50h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/411:40 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops42h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,128
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Sun 9/65:30 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops54h 55m
Korean Air
Sun 10/1111:10 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops37h 49m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/18$1,129
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Sun 9/65:30 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops54h 55m
Korean Air
Thu 10/1511:10 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops42h 16m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/18$1,135
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Fri 11/611:00 am
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops35h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 12/27:10 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops23h 20m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/19$1,138
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 9/155:30 pm
CMH
-
SHA
2 stops35h 35m
Korean Air
Wed 10/146:25 pm
SHA
-
CMH
2 stops35h 01m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/19$1,141
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Mon 9/147:00 am
CMH
-
SHA
2 stops46h 05m
Korean Air
Mon 10/196:25 pm
SHA
-
CMH
2 stops30h 34m
Korean Air
Deal found 3/19$1,147
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/55:42 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops39h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/3011:35 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops41h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$1,151
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 9/77:29 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops27h 36m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 10/157:20 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops28h 44m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 3/18$1,156

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 March 20, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,085
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$558
(Kiwi.com)
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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 March 20, 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 - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sun 9/6

5:30 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops54h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 10/11

11:10 am-12:59 pm

2 stops37h 49m

$1,129

ColumbusGuangzhou

CMH - CAN

CMHCAN

Columbus

Thu 4/30

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops43h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 5/7

2:15 pm-1:14 pm

2 stops34h 59m

$1,191

ColumbusBeijing

CMH - PEK

CMHPEK

Columbus

Thu 4/30

6:00 am-12:00 pm

2 stops42h 00m

Beijing Capital

Thu 5/7

3:10 pm-1:14 pm

2 stops34h 04m

$1,200

ColumbusFuzhou

CMH - FOC

CMHFOC

Columbus

Sun 4/5

12:07 pm-10:15 am

2 stops34h 08m

Fuzhou

Thu 4/23

11:30 am-6:30 pm

2 stops43h 00m

$1,326

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Wed 4/1

7:05 am-7:50 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 5/4

6:25 pm-11:51 am

2 stops29h 26m

$1,339

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Wed 4/1

7:40 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops33h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 5/5

8:10 pm-9:40 am

2 stops25h 30m

$1,346

ColumbusFuzhou

CMH - FOC

CMHFOC

Columbus

Mon 4/6

7:33 pm-10:15 am

2 stops50h 42m

Fuzhou

Wed 5/6

8:45 pm-5:31 pm

2 stops32h 46m

$1,405

ColumbusGuangzhou

CMH - CAN

CMHCAN

Columbus

Sat 5/2

3:51 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops34h 14m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 5/8

1:35 am-12:30 pm

2 stops46h 55m

$1,476

ColumbusShenyang

CMH - SHE

CMHSHE

Columbus

Fri 9/4

10:05 am-8:55 am

2 stops34h 50m

Shenyang

Fri 9/25

4:50 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops32h 10m

$1,520

ColumbusWuhan

CMH - WUH

CMHWUH

Columbus

Wed 9/9

5:30 pm-11:10 am

2 stops29h 40m

Wuhan

Sun 9/13

12:15 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops38h 15m

$1,522

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to China (average of $956). 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 March 20, 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,312 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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
8,312 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,312 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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
1,221 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,312 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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
9,455 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,312 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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
7.1
Good
11,489 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,312 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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 22h 20m. Fly via ANA, United Airlines, or Cathay Pacific 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 - Shenyang 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to China (average of $956). 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 March 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,105Average$1,491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,155Average$1,605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,155Average$1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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