AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
6,257 km
3,888 miles
SWA
Shantou
China
Distance
6,257 km
3,888 mi / 3,379 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
77°
east northeast

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AUH SWA
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Shantou Waisha Airport
IATA Code AUH SWA
ICAO Code OMAA ZGOW
City Abu Dhabi Shantou
Country United Arab Emirates China
Timezone Asia/Dubai Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 88 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 23.430000, 116.760000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Shantou (SWA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Shantou Waisha Airport (SWA) in Shantou, China is 6,257 kilometers (3,888 miles / 3,379 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:39 in Abu Dhabi, it's 17:39 in Shantou. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shantou (SWA) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 285° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Shantou Waisha Airport (SWA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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