Cheap flights from Columbus to Shanghai from $661

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2:41 pm - 11:05 am
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PVG
32h 24m
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7:20 am - 9:00 pm
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CMH
25h 40m
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$1,181Cathay Pacific
Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 28
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11:36 am - 11:05 am
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35h 29m
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8:35 am - 11:30 pm
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CMH
26h 55m
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$1,184Cathay Pacific
Tue, Sep 22 - Thu, Oct 1
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2:41 pm - 11:05 am
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PVG
32h 24m
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7:20 am - 9:00 pm
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CMH
25h 40m
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$1,193Cathay Pacific
Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 28
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11:36 am - 11:05 am
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PVG
35h 29m
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12:20 pm - 11:30 pm
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CMH
23h 10m
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$1,196Cathay Pacific
Tue, Sep 22 - Thu, Oct 1
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7:02 am - 10:10 pm
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PVG
27h 08m
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7:20 am - 9:00 pm
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CMH
25h 40m
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$1,261Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 27
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12:08 pm - 12:05 pm
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SHA
35h 57m
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10:30 pm - 11:30 pm
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CMH
37h 00m
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$1,263Cathay Pacific
Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 28
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2:46 pm - 11:05 am
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32h 19m
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7:20 am - 9:00 pm
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25h 40m
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$1,274Cathay Pacific
Sat, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 25
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2:46 pm - 11:05 am
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32h 19m
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7:20 am - 9:00 pm
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25h 40m
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$1,276Cathay Pacific
Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 27
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8:04 pm - 12:05 pm
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41h 21m
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$1,282Cathay Pacific
Wed, Jul 22 - Mon, Aug 24
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6:00 am - 12:15 pm
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35h 31m
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$1,881ANA
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ANA flights from Columbus to Shanghai

Our best ANA deals on Columbus to Shanghai flight tickets
ANA
Jul 18
CMH6:00 amColumbus
26h 40m
2 stops
PVG8:40 pmShanghai Pu Dong
Aug 15
PVG1:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
23h 16m
2 stops
CMH1:06 pmColumbus
$1,514
ANA
Aug 3
CMH9:00 amColumbus
27h 45m
2 stops
PVG12:45 amShanghai Pu Dong
Aug 16
PVG1:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
23h 16m
2 stops
CMH1:06 pmColumbus
$1,531
ANA
Aug 3
CMH9:00 amColumbus
27h 45m
2 stops
PVG12:45 amShanghai Pu Dong
Aug 16
PVG1:50 amShanghai Pu Dong
23h 16m
2 stops
CMH1:06 pmColumbus
$1,565

Cathay Pacific flights from Columbus to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Columbus to Shanghai flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Sep 16
CMH2:41 pmColumbus
32h 24m
2 stops
PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 28
PVG7:20 amShanghai Pu Dong
25h 40m
2 stops
CMH9:00 pmColumbus
$1,181
Cathay Pacific
Sep 22
CMH11:36 amColumbus
35h 29m
2 stops
PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong
Oct 1
PVG8:35 amShanghai Pu Dong
26h 55m
2 stops
CMH11:30 pmColumbus
$1,184
Cathay Pacific
Sep 16
CMH2:41 pmColumbus
32h 24m
2 stops
PVG11:05 amShanghai Pu Dong
Sep 28
PVG7:20 amShanghai Pu Dong
25h 40m
2 stops
CMH9:00 pmColumbus
$1,193

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ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Wed 9/16

2:41 pm-11:05 am

2 stops32h 24m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/28

7:20 am-9:00 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$1,181

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Tue 9/22

11:36 am-11:05 am

2 stops35h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/1

8:35 am-11:30 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,184

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Wed 9/16

2:41 pm-11:05 am

2 stops32h 24m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/28

7:20 am-9:00 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$1,193

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Tue 9/22

11:36 am-11:05 am

2 stops35h 29m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 10/1

12:20 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$1,196
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ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sat 8/29

7:02 am-10:10 pm

2 stops27h 08m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/27

7:20 am-9:00 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$1,261

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Wed 9/16

12:08 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops35h 57m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 9/28

10:30 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops37h 00m

$1,263

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sat 8/29

2:46 pm-11:05 am

2 stops32h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 9/25

7:20 am-9:00 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$1,274

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Sat 8/29

2:46 pm-11:05 am

2 stops32h 19m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 9/27

7:20 am-9:00 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$1,276

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

Wed 7/22

8:04 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops28h 01m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 8/24

8:35 am-1:56 pm

2 stops41h 21m

$1,282

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

Sat 7/18

6:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops42h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 8/16

1:35 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops35h 31m

$1,881

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shanghai?

The cheapest month to fly to Shanghai from Columbus is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $850, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to Shanghai, with average flight prices from Columbus averaging around $1,004.

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Fastest flight time

27h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Columbus to Shanghai takes 27h 10m
There are no direct flights from Columbus to Shanghai. There are no popular flight routes from Columbus to Shanghai.

Frequently asked questions about flying from Columbus to Shanghai

  • How far is Columbus to Shanghai by plane?

    There are 7269.5 mi between Columbus and Shanghai. 27h 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.

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  • 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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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,057Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,642 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,151Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,454 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,155Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,736 reviews
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