GIL
Gilgit
Pakistan
4,071 km
2,529 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
4,071 km
2,529 mi / 2,198 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Asia/Karachi
Heading
100°
east

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GIL SZX
Airport Name Gilgit Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code GIL SZX
ICAO Code OPGT ZGSZ
City Gilgit Shenzhen
Country Pakistan China
Timezone Asia/Karachi Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 4,796 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 35.920000, 74.330000 22.640000, 113.810000

Gilgit (GIL) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gilgit Airport (GIL) in Gilgit, Pakistan to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 4,071 kilometers (2,529 miles / 2,198 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 100°.

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 Pakistan with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:32 in Gilgit, it's 01:32 in Shenzhen. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,783 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Gilgit Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Gilgit (GIL) follows a heading of 300° (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 Gilgit Airport (GIL) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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