EKO
Elko
United States
11,296 km
7,019 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
11,296 km
7,019 mi / 6,100 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+16h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
314°
northwest

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EKO SZX
Airport Name Elko Regional Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code EKO SZX
ICAO Code KEKO ZGSZ
City Elko Shenzhen
Country United States China
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 5,140 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 40.830000, -115.790000 22.640000, 113.810000

Elko (EKO) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Elko Regional Airport (EKO) in Elko, United States to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 11,296 kilometers (7,019 miles / 6,100 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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 04:39 in Elko, it's 20:39 in Shenzhen. With a 16-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 5,127 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Elko Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Elko (EKO) follows a heading of 36° (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 Elko Regional Airport (EKO) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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