Flying from Columbus to Shanghai: what you need to know
Port Columbus Airport (CMH) is Columbus's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Columbus to Shanghai departing from here.
When it comes to landing in Shanghai, Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) are the major entry points.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Shanghai 13 hours ahead of Columbus.
To ensure you board your Columbus to Shanghai flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Shanghai
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Columbus to Shanghai flights if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Columbus to Shanghai.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Columbus to Shanghai flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Columbus
Port Columbus Airport (CMH)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing Columbus to Shanghai flights departing from Port Columbus Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The journey from central Columbus to CMH takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Port Columbus Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Columbus to Shanghai, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
77% of flights that leave from Port Columbus Airport land at their destination on time.
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Book a hotel close to PVG if you're coming in on a late flight from Columbus to Shanghai. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car and discover parts of Shanghai that aren't the typical tourist stops. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong Airport at least a few weeks before your departure date to get the lowest price. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's a good idea to book your Columbus to Shanghai flight even earlier.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Columbus to Shanghai, it'll take you approximately 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 40 minutes.
After your flight from Columbus to Shanghai, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Crank up the music and hit the road in a Shanghai Hongqiao Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz and drive off without missing a beat.
Typically, the sooner you book, the better the prices and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from SHA as soon as you know your dates.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport can be found at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
April is the busiest month for flights from Columbus to Shanghai. To avoid the crowds, head to Shanghai in March.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Columbus to Shanghai ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from Columbus to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Columbus to Shanghai, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are attractions you won't want to skip in Shanghai.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and The Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Humble Administrator's Garden (Zhuozheng Garden), Lingering Garden(Liuyuan Garden) and Pingjiang Road.
