FET
Fremont
United States
12,233 km
7,601 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
12,233 km
7,601 mi / 6,605 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Chicago
Heading
330°
north northwest

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FET SZX
Airport Name Fremont Municipal Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code FET SZX
ICAO Code KFET ZGSZ
City Fremont Shenzhen
Country United States China
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,204 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 41.450000, -96.520000 22.640000, 113.810000

Fremont (FET) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Fremont Municipal Airport (FET) in Fremont, United States to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 12,233 kilometers (7,601 miles / 6,605 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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 14:11 in Fremont, it's 04:11 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 1,191 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Fremont Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Fremont (FET) follows a heading of 24° (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 Fremont Municipal Airport (FET) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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