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$1,022+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Shanghai, China

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SHA
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 September 16, 2025.

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$1,031
(Air China)

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,233
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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 September 16, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/177:01 amCMH - PVG
1 stop19h 49mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/245:00 pmPVG - CMH
1 stop29h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,022
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/712:58 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops45h 22mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/154:30 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops37h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,031
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 9/186:00 amCMH - PVG
2 stops23h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/2412:10 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops33h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,051
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 9/306:08 amCMH - PVG
1 stop19h 37mDelta
Tue 10/73:45 pmPVG - CMH
1 stop17h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/16$1,058
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 9/307:51 pmCMH - PVG
2 stops33h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/712:10 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops33h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,062
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/3010:30 amCMH - SHA
2 stops41h 30mAir China
Tue 10/711:30 amSHA - CMH
2 stops24h 09mAir China
Deal found 9/16$1,071
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/2210:17 amCMH - PVG
2 stops37h 53mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/1812:55 pmPVG - CMH
2 stops41h 43mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/14$1,151
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/225:30 amCMH - SHA
2 stops42h 35mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/184:35 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops38h 03mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/14$1,151
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/155:38 amCMH - PVG
1 stop21h 12mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/216:10 pmPVG - CMH
1 stop16h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,152
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/195:27 amCMH - PVG
1 stop21h 23mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/255:00 pmPVG - CMH
1 stop19h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,158
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/225:38 amCMH - PVG
1 stop21h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/186:25 pmPVG - CMH
1 stop34h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,159
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1510:17 amCMH - SHA
2 stops37h 08mJapan Airlines
Wed 1/211:10 pmSHA - CMH
2 stops37h 31mJapan Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,177

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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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Shanghai that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Shanghai

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Return

Price

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Tue 9/30

6:08 am-1:45 pm

1 stop19h 37m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/7

3:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$1,058

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Tue 9/30

7:51 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops33h 34m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 10/7

12:10 pm-9:58 am

2 stops33h 48m

$1,062

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Wed 10/22

5:30 am-12:05 pm

2 stops42h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 11/18

4:35 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops38h 03m

$1,151

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Fri 10/17

7:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 11/9

6:25 pm-12:26 am

1 stop19h 01m

$1,152

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sun 3/1

7:09 am-4:25 pm

1 stop20h 16m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/11

6:25 pm-10:20 am

2 stops27h 55m

$1,156

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Fri 10/17

7:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 11/1

6:25 pm-11:30 am

2 stops29h 05m

$1,156

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Fri 11/14

8:52 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops30h 33m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 11/19

6:25 pm-10:23 am

2 stops28h 58m

$1,156

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Wed 10/22

7:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/18

6:25 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops30h 43m

$1,156

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Wed 10/15

5:30 am-2:50 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 10/22

5:00 pm-8:44 am

2 stops27h 44m

$1,156

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Sun 3/1

5:29 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops53h 51m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Wed 3/11

1:35 pm-12:06 am

2 stops46h 31m

$1,157

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Shanghai (average of $1,076). Flying from Columbus to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Columbus to Shanghai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

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 September 16, 2025.
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
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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 Delta, United Airlines, and Cathay Pacific fly from Columbus to Shanghai in about 19h 37m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 22h 58m. 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 ($1,156) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Shanghai. American Airlines is currently priced 27% 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Shanghai (average of $1,076). Flying from Columbus to Shanghai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,573). 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$1,105Average$1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,156Average$1,555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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