KHT
Khost
Afghanistan
4,433 km
2,755 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
4,433 km
2,755 mi / 2,394 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
94°
east

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KHT SZX
Airport Name Khost Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code KHT SZX
ICAO Code OAKS ZGSZ
City Khost Shenzhen
Country Afghanistan China
Timezone Asia/Kabul Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 3,756 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 33.330000, 69.950000 22.640000, 113.810000

Khost (KHT) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Khost Airport (KHT) in Khost, Afghanistan to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 4,433 kilometers (2,755 miles / 2,394 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 94°.

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 Afghanistan with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:51 in Khost, it's 20:21 in Shenzhen. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,743 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Khost Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Khost (KHT) follows a heading of 295° (west 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 Khost Airport (KHT) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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