AXS
Altus
United States
12,742 km
7,918 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
12,742 km
7,918 mi / 6,880 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Chicago
Heading
326°
north northwest

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AXS SZX
Airport Name Altus/Quartz Mountain Regional Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code AXS SZX
ICAO Code KAXS ZGSZ
City Altus Shenzhen
Country United States China
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,433 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 34.700000, -99.340000 22.640000, 113.810000

Altus (AXS) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Altus/Quartz Mountain Regional Airport (AXS) in Altus, United States to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 12,742 kilometers (7,918 miles / 6,880 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 United States with China. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:56 in Altus, it's 01:56 in Shenzhen. With a 14-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 1,420 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Altus/Quartz Mountain Regional Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Altus (AXS) follows a heading of 30° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Altus/Quartz Mountain Regional Airport (AXS) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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