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

Japan Airlines, American Airlines, and EVA Air are the most popular carriers operating from Columbus to Shanghai

What airlines fly to Shanghai?

Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Shanghai from Columbus Airport according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 58% 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.

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

Prices for flights from Columbus Airport to Shanghai were last updated today.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Columbus Airport to Shanghai is 3 as of August 2025.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Columbus Airport 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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7:01 am - 2:50 pmCMH-PVG

19h 49m1 stop

5:00 pm - 12:05 amPVG-CMH

19h 05m1 stop

$1,057American Airlines

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lun., sep. 15 - lun., oct. 13

8:50 pm - 2:50 pmCMH-PVG

30h 00m2 stops

5:00 pm - 9:47 amPVG-CMH

28h 47m2 stops

$1,062American Airlines

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lun., sep. 15 - lun., oct. 13

10:17 am - 10:10 pmCMH-PVG

47h 53m2 stops

7:00 pm - 8:10 pmPVG-CMH

38h 10m2 stops

$1,097Cathay Pacific

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mié., oct. 22 - mar., nov. 18

10:17 am - 12:05 pmCMH-SHA

37h 48m2 stops

1:35 pm - 8:10 pmSHA-CMH

43h 35m2 stops

$1,097Cathay Pacific

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mié., oct. 22 - mar., nov. 18

12:35 pm - 10:55 amCMH-SHA

34h 20m2 stops

11:30 am - 11:41 pmSHA-CMH

25h 11m2 stops

$1,132

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mié., oct. 22 - mar., nov. 18

3:42 pm - 11:45 amCMH-SHA

31h 03m2 stops

1:10 pm - 11:58 amSHA-CMH

35h 48m2 stops

$1,141Japan Airlines

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dom., dic. 7 - lun., dic. 15

7:25 am - 11:45 amCMH-SHA

39h 20m2 stops

1:10 pm - 11:58 amSHA-CMH

35h 48m2 stops

$1,147Japan Airlines

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dom., dic. 7 - lun., dic. 15

6:00 am - 5:25 pmCMH-PVG

23h 25m2 stops

1:30 pm - 8:55 pmPVG-CMH

20h 25m1 stop

$1,151United Airlines

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mié., oct. 22 - mar., nov. 18

8:00 pm - 6:45 pmCMH-PVG

33h 45m2 stops

1:30 pm - 11:41 pmPVG-CMH

23h 11m2 stops

$1,156United Airlines

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dom., dic. 7 - lun., dic. 15

9:20 am - 1:25 amCMH-PVG

28h 05m2 stops

2:20 am - 9:12 pmPVG-CMH

31h 52m3 stops

$1,194

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mié., oct. 22 - lun., nov. 17

Japan Airlines flights from Columbus Airport to Shanghai

Our best Japan Airlines deals on Columbus Airport to Shanghai flight tickets

Japan Airlines

Dec 7

CMH3:42 pmColumbus

31h 03m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 15

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 48m

2 stops

CMH11:58 amColumbus

$1,141

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Japan Airlines

Dec 7

CMH7:25 amColumbus

39h 20m

2 stops

SHA11:45 amShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Dec 15

SHA1:10 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

35h 48m

2 stops

CMH11:58 amColumbus

$1,147

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Japan Airlines

Sep 18

CMH8:50 pmColumbus

34h 55m

2 stops

PVG7:45 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Oct 12

PVG4:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

37h 04m

2 stops

CMH5:09 pmColumbus

$1,207

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Cathay Pacific flights from Columbus Airport to Shanghai

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Columbus Airport to Shanghai flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

Oct 22

CMH10:17 amColumbus

37h 48m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Nov 18

SHA1:35 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

43h 35m

2 stops

CMH8:10 pmColumbus

$1,097

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 3

CMH1:53 pmColumbus

39h 57m

2 stops

PVG5:50 pmShanghai Pu Dong

Oct 8

PVG7:05 pmShanghai Pu Dong

41h 00m

2 stops

CMH12:05 amColumbus

$1,113

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Cathay Pacific

Oct 3

CMH1:53 pmColumbus

34h 12m

2 stops

SHA12:05 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

Oct 8

SHA1:20 pmShanghai Hongqiao Intl

46h 45m

2 stops

CMH12:05 amColumbus

$1,127

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ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

lun. 9/15

7:01 am-2:50 pm

1 stop19h 49m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 10/13

5:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop19h 05m

$1,057

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

lun. 9/15

8:50 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 10/13

5:00 pm-9:47 am

2 stops28h 47m

$1,062

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

mié. 10/22

10:17 am-10:10 pm

2 stops47h 53m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 11/18

7:00 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$1,097

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

mié. 10/22

10:17 am-12:05 pm

2 stops37h 48m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 11/18

1:35 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops43h 35m

$1,097

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

mié. 10/22

12:35 pm-10:55 am

2 stops34h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

mar. 11/18

11:30 am-11:41 pm

2 stops25h 11m

$1,132

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

dom. 12/7

3:42 pm-11:45 am

2 stops31h 03m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 12/15

1:10 pm-11:58 am

2 stops35h 48m

$1,141

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - SHA

CMHSHA

Columbus

dom. 12/7

7:25 am-11:45 am

2 stops39h 20m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

lun. 12/15

1:10 pm-11:58 am

2 stops35h 48m

$1,147

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

mié. 10/22

6:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

mar. 11/18

1:30 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$1,151

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

dom. 12/7

8:00 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops33h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 12/15

1:30 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops23h 11m

$1,156

ColumbusShanghai

CMH - PVG

CMHPVG

Columbus

mié. 10/22

9:20 am-1:25 am

2 stops28h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

lun. 11/17

2:20 am-9:12 pm

3 stops31h 52m

$1,194

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Columbus Airport to Shanghai

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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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 Airport 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 Airport 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.

Cheap Columbus Airport to Shanghai flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Columbus Airport to Shanghai

Best Price Found	$550
Fastest flight time	17h 35m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Shanghai	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Shanghai from Columbus Airport in the past 72 hours is $550. The best round-trip flight deal from Columbus Airport to Shanghai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,057.

The fastest flight from Columbus Airport to Shanghai takes 17h 35m

There are no direct flights from Columbus Airport to Shanghai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Columbus Airport - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport and Columbus Airport - Shanghai Pu Dong Airport.

There are 2 airports near Shanghai: Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (SHA)

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How far is Columbus to Shanghai by plane?
There are 7269.4 mi between Columbus and Shanghai. Typically, this will take 19h 49m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Columbus Airport to Shanghai?
Prices for flights from Columbus Airport to Shanghai were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus Airport to Shanghai?
The number of operators available for flights from Columbus Airport to Shanghai is 3 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus Airport to Shanghai?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Columbus Airport 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 Airport to Shanghai

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Columbus Airport to Shanghai with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,101	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,105	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,980 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,156	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,916 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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