BNI
Benin
Nigeria
11,580 km
7,195 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
11,580 km
7,195 mi / 6,253 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Africa/Lagos
Heading
65°
east northeast

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BNI SZX
Airport Name Benin Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code BNI SZX
ICAO Code DNBE ZGSZ
City Benin Shenzhen
Country Nigeria China
Timezone Africa/Lagos Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 258 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 6.320000, 5.600000 22.640000, 113.810000

Benin (BNI) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Benin Airport (BNI) in Benin, Nigeria to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 11,580 kilometers (7,195 miles / 6,253 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:02 in Benin, it's 02:02 in Shenzhen. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Benin (BNI) follows a heading of 283° (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 Benin Airport (BNI) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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