GJT
Grand Junction
United States
11,858 km
7,368 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
11,858 km
7,368 mi / 6,403 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Denver
Heading
320°
northwest

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GJT SZX
Airport Name Grand Junction Regional Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code GJT SZX
ICAO Code KGJT ZGSZ
City Grand Junction Shenzhen
Country United States China
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 4,861 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 39.120000, -108.530000 22.640000, 113.810000

Grand Junction (GJT) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) in Grand Junction, United States to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 11,858 kilometers (7,368 miles / 6,403 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 12:39 in Grand Junction, it's 03:39 in Shenzhen. With a 15-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 4,848 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Grand Junction Regional Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Grand Junction (GJT) follows a heading of 33° (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 Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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