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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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SHA
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
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 January 28, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/155:30 am
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops24h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 2/191:30 pm
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops23h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$888
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 3/3011:36 am
CMH
-
FOC
2 stops43h 49m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 4/128:45 pm
FOC
-
CMH
2 stops33h 46m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/28$1,080
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Wed 5/1310:25 am
CMH
-
WUH
2 stops36h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/108:50 pm
WUH
-
CMH
2 stops34h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,112
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/249:32 am
CMH
-
CKG
2 stops36h 08m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 3/35:20 pm
CKG
-
CMH
2 stops38h 43m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/26$1,155
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 10/212:08 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops34h 57m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 10/111:20 pm
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops46h 44m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/28$1,155
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 5/128:50 pm
CMH
-
WUH
2 stops50h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 6/98:50 pm
WUH
-
CMH
2 stops39h 07m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/28$1,161
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Thu 10/112:08 pm
CMH
-
WUH
2 stops34h 57m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 10/58:50 pm
WUH
-
CMH
2 stops39h 14m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/26$1,164
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/175:30 pm
CMH
-
CAN
2 stops54h 00m
Korean Air
Wed 10/2112:40 pm
CAN
-
CMH
2 stops44h 37m
Korean Air
Deal found 1/27$1,179
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/157:40 am
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops46h 50m
Japan Airlines
Thu 2/1910:00 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops44h 13m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,187
This Japan Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Japan Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/162:41 pm
CMH
-
SHA
2 stops32h 04m
Japan Airlines
Thu 2/191:10 pm
SHA
-
CMH
2 stops41h 03m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,187
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 10/212:08 pm
CMH
-
SHA
2 stops35h 57m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 10/111:20 pm
SHA
-
CMH
2 stops46h 44m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/28$1,197
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Sat 10/1710:44 am
CMH
-
FOC
2 stops35h 36m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 10/218:45 pm
FOC
-
CMH
2 stops34h 21m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 1/26$1,214

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 January 28, 2026.

Round-trip from

$888
(United Airlines)

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 January 28, 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

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Mon 2/16

8:00 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops33h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/19

1:30 pm-9:41 am

2 stops33h 11m

$888

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sun 2/15

5:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/19

1:30 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops23h 14m

$888

ColumbusFuzhou

CMH - FOC

CMHFOC

Columbus

Mon 3/30

11:36 am-7:25 pm

2 stops43h 49m

Fuzhou

Sun 4/12

8:45 pm-6:31 pm

2 stops33h 46m

$1,080

ColumbusWuhan

CMH - WUH

CMHWUH

Columbus

Wed 5/13

10:25 am-11:05 am

2 stops36h 40m

Wuhan

Wed 6/10

8:50 pm-6:58 pm

2 stops34h 08m

$1,112

ColumbusWuhan

CMH - WUH

CMHWUH

Columbus

Tue 5/12

8:50 pm-11:05 am

2 stops50h 15m

Wuhan

Tue 6/9

8:50 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops39h 07m

$1,161

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sun 2/15

7:40 am-7:30 pm

2 stops46h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/19

10:00 am-5:13 pm

2 stops44h 13m

$1,187

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Mon 2/16

2:41 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops37h 24m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 2/19

10:00 am-5:13 pm

2 stops44h 13m

$1,187

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Mon 2/16

2:41 pm-11:45 am

2 stops32h 04m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 2/19

1:10 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops41h 03m

$1,187

ColumbusBeijing

CMH - PEK

CMHPEK

Columbus

Thu 3/12

7:10 am-10:15 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Beijing Capital

Thu 3/19

10:40 am-11:57 pm

2 stops25h 17m

$1,220

ColumbusWuhan

CMH - WUH

CMHWUH

Columbus

Tue 7/7

12:19 pm-10:20 am

2 stops34h 01m

Wuhan

Tue 8/4

8:50 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops38h 45m

$1,225

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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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,009). 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 January 28, 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
8,124 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,124 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,124 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
1,148 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,124 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
9,213 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,124 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
11,199 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,124 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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 33h 55m. Fly via United Airlines, Cathay Pacific, or Japan 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,009). 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 January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,101Average$1,554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,155Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,155Average$1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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