AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
5,677 km
3,527 miles
SYX
Sanya
China
Distance
5,677 km
3,527 mi / 3,065 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
86°
east

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AUH SYX
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Sanya Phoenix International Airport
IATA Code AUH SYX
ICAO Code OMAA ZJSY
City Abu Dhabi Sanya
Country United Arab Emirates China
Timezone Asia/Dubai Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 88 ft 92 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 18.300000, 109.410000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Sanya (SYX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) in Sanya, China is 5,677 kilometers (3,527 miles / 3,065 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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 23:43 in Abu Dhabi, it's 03:43 in Sanya. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sanya (SYX) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 287° (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 Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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