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$517+ Cheap flights from Shanghai, China to Columbus (CMH)

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 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — CMH
Jul 30 — Aug 61
Wed 7/30
Wed 8/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Shanghai to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Shanghai (CN2) to Columbus (CMH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$970
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$517
(Kiwi.com)
From Shanghai to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Shanghai to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Shanghai to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 25, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/78:35 amPVG - CMH
2 stops22h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1412:53 pmCMH - PVG
3 stops34h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$970
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/73:45 pmPVG - CMH
1 stop30h 11mDelta
Sun 9/143:48 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops33h 57mDelta
Deal found 7/23$1,150
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/612:20 amPVG - CMH
3 stops49h 43mEthiopian Air
Sun 9/146:10 amCMH - PVG
2 stops45h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/23$9,752

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Shanghai to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Shanghai

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/7

8:35 am-7:11 pm

2 stops22h 36m

Columbus

Sun 9/14

12:53 pm-11:45 am

3 stops34h 52m

$970

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/7

3:45 pm-9:56 am

1 stop30h 11m

Columbus

Sun 9/14

3:48 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops33h 57m

$1,150

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 9/6

12:20 am-2:03 pm

3 stops49h 43m

Columbus

Sun 9/14

6:10 am-3:45 pm

2 stops45h 35m

$9,752

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/2

8:35 am-8:11 pm

2 stops23h 36m

$517

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/1

2:30 am-2:21 pm

2 stops23h 51m

$914

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 8/16

1:55 am-6:44 pm

2 stops28h 49m

$1,127

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/2

11:30 pm-2:08 pm

3 stops51h 38m

$1,246

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 8/17

5:00 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop37h 37m

$1,322

ShanghaiColumbus

PVG - CMH

PVGCMH

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 8/26

5:30 pm-7:21 pm

2 stops37h 51m

$1,631

ShanghaiColumbus

SHA - CMH

SHACMH

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/31

3:50 pm-5:07 am

3 stops49h 17m

$1,678

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SHA to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Shanghai to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 25, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Shanghai to Columbus Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated July 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, Delta, and United Airlines from Shanghai to Columbus Airport 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.
ANA
8.4
Very good
921 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
ANA
8.4
Very good
921 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
921 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
921 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,876 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
921 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
921 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
796 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
921 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MNL - NRT

Flight delayed from 7pm to 2am, united airlines sold our tickets so they had to book us with AA

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Shanghai to Columbus Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Columbus Airport, with prices starting at $1,150. Another option worth looking into is Ethiopian Air, starting at $9,752 round trip.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Shanghai to Columbus Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with ANA, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $914. Lufthansa flights start at $1,127 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at $1,246 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Shanghai to Columbus 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 Shanghai to Columbus Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Shanghai to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Shanghai to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 airline flying from Shanghai to Columbus

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DeltaCheapest$991Average$1,488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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