GLE
Gainesville
United States
12,947 km
8,045 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
12,947 km
8,045 mi / 6,991 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Chicago
Heading
328°
north northwest

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GLE SZX
Airport Name Gainesville Municipal Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code GLE SZX
ICAO Code KGLE ZGSZ
City Gainesville Shenzhen
Country United States China
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 846 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 33.650000, -97.200000 22.640000, 113.810000

Gainesville (GLE) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gainesville Municipal Airport (GLE) in Gainesville, United States to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 12,947 kilometers (8,045 miles / 6,991 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 02:55 in Gainesville, it's 16:55 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.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Gainesville (GLE) follows a heading of 29° (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 Gainesville Municipal Airport (GLE) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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