What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Columbus according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Shanghai. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Shanghai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Columbus to Shanghai?

American Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Columbus to Shanghai

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Columbus to Shanghai?

Prices for flights from Columbus to Shanghai refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus to Shanghai?

As of October 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Columbus to Shanghai.

How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus to Shanghai?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Columbus to Shanghai.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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10:31 am - 11:55 amCMH-SHA

36h 24m2 stops

7:45 am - 11:44 pmSHA-CMH

28h 59m2 stops

$991Air China

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Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10

10:17 am - 8:15 pmCMH-PVG

45h 58m2 stops

12:50 pm - 5:38 pmPVG-CMH

41h 48m2 stops

$1,006Cathay Pacific

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Wed, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 18

6:05 pm - 9:55 amCMH-SHA

26h 50m2 stops

11:30 am - 11:41 pmSHA-CMH

25h 11m2 stops

$1,009Multiple Airlines

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Mon, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 9

8:05 am - 3:20 pmCMH-PVG

18h 15m1 stop

5:30 pm - 9:22 pmPVG-CMH

16h 52m1 stop

$1,058Delta

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Sun, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 15

8:05 am - 3:20 pmCMH-PVG

18h 15m1 stop

6:00 pm - 10:24 amPVG-CMH

29h 24m2 stops

$1,062Delta

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Sun, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 15

5:38 am - 2:50 pmCMH-PVG

21h 12m1 stop

6:25 pm - 7:03 pmPVG-CMH

37h 38m1 stop

$1,064American Airlines

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Wed, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 18

5:38 am - 2:50 pmCMH-PVG

21h 12m1 stop

6:25 pm - 4:18 pmPVG-CMH

34h 53m1 stop

$1,065American Airlines

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Wed, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 18

12:58 pm - 10:55 amCMH-SHA

32h 57m2 stops

9:30 pm - 11:41 pmSHA-CMH

39h 11m2 stops

$1,076Multiple Airlines

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Sun, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 15

6:00 am - 6:55 pmCMH-PVG

23h 55m2 stops

1:30 pm - 11:33 pmPVG-CMH

22h 03m2 stops

$1,086United Airlines

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Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

5:35 am - 6:55 pmCMH-PVG

24h 20m3 stops

1:30 pm - 10:08 pmPVG-CMH

21h 38m2 stops

$1,222United Airlines

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Sat, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 28

Cathay Pacific flights from Columbus to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 22

CMH8:20 amColumbus

43h 15m

2 stops

SHA3:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 18

SHA4:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 55m

2 stops

CMH10:30 pmColumbus

$1,006

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 22

CMH10:17 amColumbus

37h 48m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 18

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

41h 03m

2 stops

CMH5:38 pmColumbus

$1,008

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 19

CMH10:11 amColumbus

36h 54m

2 stops

PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong

Oct 28

PVG7:10 amShanghai Pu Dong

28h 19m

2 stops

CMH11:29 pmColumbus

$1,056

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American Airlines flights from Columbus to Shanghai

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American Airlines

Oct 3

CMH5:27 amColumbus

21h 23m

1 stop

PVG2:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Oct 6

PVG5:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

19h 05m

1 stop

CMH12:05 amColumbus

$1,058

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American Airlines

Oct 22

CMH5:38 amColumbus

21h 12m

1 stop

PVG2:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 18

PVG6:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

37h 38m

1 stop

CMH7:03 pmColumbus

$1,064

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American Airlines

Oct 22

CMH5:38 amColumbus

21h 12m

1 stop

PVG2:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Nov 18

PVG6:25 pmShanghai Pu Dong

34h 53m

1 stop

CMH4:18 pmColumbus

$1,065

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ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Tue 2/3

10:31 am-11:55 am

2 stops36h 24m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 2/10

7:45 am-11:44 pm

2 stops28h 59m

$991

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Wed 10/22

10:17 am-8:15 pm

2 stops45h 58m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/18

12:50 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops41h 48m

$1,006

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Mon 12/1

6:05 pm-9:55 am

2 stops26h 50m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 12/9

11:30 am-11:41 pm

2 stops25h 11m

$1,009

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sun 12/7

8:05 am-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/15

5:30 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop16h 52m

$1,058

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sun 12/7

8:05 am-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/15

6:00 pm-10:24 am

2 stops29h 24m

$1,062

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Wed 10/22

5:38 am-2:50 pm

1 stop21h 12m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/18

6:25 pm-7:03 pm

1 stop37h 38m

$1,064

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Wed 10/22

5:38 am-2:50 pm

1 stop21h 12m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 11/18

6:25 pm-4:18 pm

1 stop34h 53m

$1,065

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Sun 12/7

12:58 pm-10:55 am

2 stops32h 57m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 12/15

9:30 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops39h 11m

$1,076

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Thu 3/5

6:00 am-6:55 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/9

1:30 pm-11:33 pm

2 stops22h 03m

$1,086

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sat 2/7

5:35 am-6:55 pm

3 stops24h 20m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/28

1:30 pm-10:08 pm

2 stops21h 38m

$1,222

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shanghai is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $1,567. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Columbus to Shanghai for around $2,152.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Shanghai?

Our data shows that the cheapest Columbus to Shanghai flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Shanghai in the afternoon for as low as $1,687. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $2,150.

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How far is Columbus to Shanghai by plane?
There are 7269.5 mi between Columbus and Shanghai. 18h 10m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Columbus to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Columbus to Shanghai refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus to Shanghai?
As of October 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Columbus to Shanghai.
How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus to Shanghai?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Columbus to Shanghai.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shanghai?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Shanghai can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Shanghai. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Columbus to Shanghai

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,057	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,105	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,962 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,156	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,933 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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