The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) in Sanya, China is 9,205 kilometers (5,720 miles / 4,970 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:31 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 18:31 in Sanya. 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 Sanya (SYX) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 321° (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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) and Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.