Airport Comparison
| AFA | SZX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport | Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport |
| IATA Code | AFA | SZX |
| ICAO Code | SAMR | ZGSZ |
| City | San Rafael | Shenzhen |
| Country | Argentina | China |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Mendoza | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 2,470 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.590000, -68.400000 | 22.640000, 113.810000 |
San Rafael (AFA) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) in San Rafael, Argentina to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 18,669 kilometers (11,600 miles / 10,080 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying south at a heading of 190°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Argentina with China. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:41 in San Rafael, it's 01:41 in Shenzhen. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,457 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport.
The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to San Rafael (AFA) follows a heading of 171° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.