The flight distance from Invercargill Airport (IVC) in Invercargill, New Zealand to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 9,429 kilometers (5,859 miles / 5,091 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:10 in Invercargill, it's 07:10 in Shenzhen. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Invercargill (IVC) follows a heading of 146° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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