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$494+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Shanghai, 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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SHA
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Mon 3/30
Mon 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 28, 2026.

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 oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/297:29 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops36h 46m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 9/117:20 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops28h 49m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/25$966
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
-
SHA
2 stops37h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 4/141:20 pm
SHA
-
CMH
2 stops41h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/24$971
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 9/308:05 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops27h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 10/47:20 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops28h 49m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/26$981
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/226:56 am
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops42h 19m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 10/12:30 pm
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops40h 34m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/25$991
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/229:01 pm
CMH
-
SHA
2 stops51h 04m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 10/110:30 pm
SHA
-
CMH
2 stops37h 39m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/25$997
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/297:29 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops29h 46m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 9/127:20 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops28h 49m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/25$1,041
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/67:17 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops37h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/141:10 pm
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/24$1,046
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/297:29 pm
CMH
-
SHA
2 stops37h 26m
Cathay Pacific
Sat 9/121:20 pm
SHA
-
CMH
2 stops46h 49m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/25$1,056
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 10/28:05 pm
CMH
-
SHA
2 stops36h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 10/1110:30 pm
SHA
-
CMH
2 stops37h 34m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/28$1,066
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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.
Fri 10/28:05 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops38h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Sun 10/112:30 pm
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops45h 34m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 2/28$1,080
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/137:30 pm
CMH
-
PVG
2 stops58h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/208:35 am
PVG
-
CMH
2 stops45h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/27$1,089

Find flight deals from Columbus to Shanghai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Shanghai (CN2). 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 February 28, 2026.

Round-trip from

$956
(oojo)

One-way from

$494
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,538
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Shanghai 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 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Shanghai that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

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

$1,112

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Wed 5/6

3:51 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops35h 44m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/14

10:30 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops37h 09m

$1,331

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Tue 5/5

12:51 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops35h 14m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/14

10:30 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops37h 09m

$1,331

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Mon 5/4

8:55 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops51h 10m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 5/14

10:30 pm-11:39 pm

2 stops37h 09m

$1,338

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Tue 5/5

6:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 5/14

12:10 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop21h 54m

$1,433

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Tue 5/5

5:40 am-5:25 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 5/15

12:10 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop21h 54m

$1,483

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Mon 4/13

7:30 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 4/20

8:05 pm-10:03 pm

3 stops37h 58m

$1,524

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Wed 7/1

10:04 am-11:20 am

2 stops37h 16m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 7/15

12:45 pm-1:49 pm

2 stops37h 04m

$1,524

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Thu 5/7

6:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 5/17

12:10 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop21h 54m

$1,558

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Thu 5/7

7:54 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops28h 11m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 5/17

10:30 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops32h 00m

$1,568

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Shanghai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Shanghai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Shanghai?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Shanghai (average of $1,011). Flying from Columbus to Shanghai 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. 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 Shanghai. Reviews last updated February 28, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Columbus to Shanghai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,245 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
8,245 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,245 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
9,363 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,245 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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
11,367 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,245 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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 Shanghai. 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 Shanghai?

    Airlines like Cathay Pacific and United Airlines fly from Columbus to Shanghai in about 23h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 7268 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($1,057), Delta ($1,105), and United Airlines ($1,155) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Shanghai. American Airlines is currently priced 22% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Shanghai (average of $1,011). Flying from Columbus to Shanghai 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 3 airlines flying from Columbus to Shanghai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Shanghai. 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 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,105Average$1,459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,155Average$1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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