DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
5,599 km
3,479 miles
SYX
Sanya
China
Distance
5,599 km
3,479 mi / 3,023 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
87°
east

Airport Comparison

DXB SYX
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Sanya Phoenix International Airport
IATA Code DXB SYX
ICAO Code OMDB ZJSY
City Dubai Sanya
Country United Arab Emirates China
Timezone Asia/Dubai Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 34 ft 92 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 18.300000, 109.410000

Dubai (DXB) to Sanya (SYX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) in Sanya, China is 5,599 kilometers (3,479 miles / 3,023 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east at a heading of 87°.

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 19:34 in Dubai, it's 23:34 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 Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 288° (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 Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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