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?

Japan Airlines, Air Canada, and American Airlines 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 November 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.

$989 Cheap Flights from Columbus to Shanghai in 2025/26

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Columbus and Shanghai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,027 to $1,311. The lowest price recently found on this route was $989.

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11:26 am - 12:20 pmCMH-SHA

35h 54m2 stops

10:30 pm - 7:07 pmSHA-CMH

33h 37m2 stops

$989Cathay Pacific

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Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26

11:26 am - 12:30 pmCMH-PVG

36h 04m2 stops

5:30 pm - 5:25 pmPVG-CMH

36h 55m2 stops

$1,018Cathay Pacific

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Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26

11:50 am - 5:45 pmCMH-PVG

40h 55m2 stops

8:30 am - 6:54 pmPVG-CMH

22h 24m2 stops

$1,039Cathay Pacific

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Thu, Mar 5 - Fri, Mar 13

8:00 pm - 6:55 pmCMH-PVG

33h 55m2 stops

8:55 pm - 4:42 pmPVG-CMH

32h 47m2 stops

$1,068United Airlines

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Sun, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 15

7:00 am - 6:45 pmCMH-PVG

22h 45m1 stop

1:30 pm - 11:59 pmPVG-CMH

22h 29m1 stop

$1,082United Airlines

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Thu, Mar 5 - Fri, Mar 13

3:00 pm - 11:45 amCMH-SHA

31h 45m2 stops

1:10 pm - 7:07 pmSHA-CMH

42h 57m2 stops

$1,082Japan Airlines

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Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26

7:00 am - 6:45 pmCMH-PVG

22h 45m2 stops

1:30 pm - 11:44 pmPVG-CMH

23h 14m2 stops

$1,086United Airlines

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Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26

11:36 am - 4:25 pmCMH-PVG

39h 49m1 stop

6:10 pm - 10:32 pmPVG-CMH

17h 22m1 stop

$1,089American Airlines

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Sat, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 28

4:43 pm - 6:55 pmCMH-PVG

37h 12m2 stops

8:55 pm - 10:57 amPVG-CMH

26h 02m2 stops

$1,101United Airlines

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Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9

1:46 pm - 3:50 pmCMH-PVG

37h 04m2 stops

5:30 pm - 12:02 amPVG-CMH

19h 32m1 stop

$1,168Delta

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Sun, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 15

Cathay Pacific flights from Columbus to Shanghai

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Cathay Pacific

Jan 19

CMH11:26 amColumbus

35h 54m

2 stops

SHA12:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 26

SHA10:30 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

33h 37m

2 stops

CMH7:07 pmColumbus

$989

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Cathay Pacific

Feb 2

CMH11:26 amColumbus

37h 04m

2 stops

PVG1:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 2

PVG12:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

43h 27m

2 stops

CMH7:17 pmColumbus

$1,003

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Cathay Pacific

Jan 19

CMH11:26 amColumbus

36h 04m

2 stops

PVG12:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Jan 26

PVG5:30 pmShanghai Pu Dong

36h 55m

2 stops

CMH5:25 pmColumbus

$1,018

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Japan Airlines flights from Columbus to Shanghai

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Japan Airlines

Jan 19

CMH3:00 pmColumbus

31h 45m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Jan 26

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

42h 57m

2 stops

CMH7:07 pmColumbus

$1,082

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Japan Airlines

Jan 31

CMH11:26 amColumbus

40h 39m

2 stops

PVG5:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Mar 3

PVG6:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong

40h 08m

2 stops

CMH9:48 pmColumbus

$1,090

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Japan Airlines

Jan 31

CMH3:00 pmColumbus

37h 05m

2 stops

PVG5:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Feb 28

PVG2:00 pmShanghai Pu Dong

61h 04m

2 stops

CMH2:04 pmColumbus

$1,107

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ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Mon 1/19

11:26 am-12:20 pm

2 stops35h 54m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 1/26

10:30 pm-7:07 pm

2 stops33h 37m

$989

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Mon 1/19

11:26 am-12:30 pm

2 stops36h 04m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/26

5:30 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops36h 55m

$1,018

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Thu 3/5

11:50 am-5:45 pm

2 stops40h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/13

8:30 am-6:54 pm

2 stops22h 24m

$1,039

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sun 12/7

8:00 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops33h 55m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/15

8:55 pm-4:42 pm

2 stops32h 47m

$1,068

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Thu 3/5

7:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 3/13

1:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop22h 29m

$1,082

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Mon 1/19

3:00 pm-11:45 am

2 stops31h 45m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 1/26

1:10 pm-7:07 pm

2 stops42h 57m

$1,082

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Mon 1/19

7:00 am-6:45 pm

2 stops22h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 1/26

1:30 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops23h 14m

$1,086

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sat 2/14

11:36 am-4:25 pm

1 stop39h 49m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 2/28

6:10 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop17h 22m

$1,089

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Thu 3/5

4:43 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops37h 12m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 3/9

8:55 pm-10:57 am

2 stops26h 02m

$1,101

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sun 12/7

1:46 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops37h 04m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 12/15

5:30 pm-12:02 am

1 stop19h 32m

$1,168

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Columbus and Shanghai?

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 05m 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 November 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 11,050 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,007 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,155	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,013 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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