Travelling from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of Columbus.
Your CMH to PVG flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CMH and PVG:
O'Hare International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is R 12,690. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 27,933. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CMH to PVG, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
79.5% of flights departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to John Glenn Columbus International Airport from central Columbus, it takes around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near CMH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Venture beyond Shanghai and explore places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks before your trip to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The quietest month for a flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Shanghai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Shanghai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CMH to PVG in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.
