GWT
Westerland
Germany
8,897 km
5,528 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
8,897 km
5,528 mi / 4,804 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
65°
east northeast

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GWT SZX
Airport Name Westerland Sylt Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code GWT SZX
ICAO Code EDXW ZGSZ
City Westerland Shenzhen
Country Germany China
Timezone Europe/Berlin Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 51 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 54.910000, 8.340000 22.640000, 113.810000

Westerland (GWT) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) in Westerland, Germany to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 8,897 kilometers (5,528 miles / 4,804 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

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 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 13:22 in Westerland, it's 20:22 in Shenzhen. 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 Shenzhen (SZX) to Westerland (GWT) follows a heading of 326° (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 Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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