The flight distance from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) in Hoedspruit, South Africa to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 10,345 kilometers (6,428 miles / 5,586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:36 in Hoedspruit, it's 20:36 in Shenzhen. With a 6-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 1,730 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Hoedspruit (HDS) follows a heading of 245° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.