KSY
Kars
Turkey
6,802 km
4,227 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
6,802 km
4,227 mi / 3,673 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
84°
east

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KSY SZX
Airport Name Kars Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code KSY SZX
ICAO Code LTCF ZGSZ
City Kars Shenzhen
Country Turkey China
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 5,889 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 40.560000, 43.120000 22.640000, 113.810000

Kars (KSY) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kars Airport (KSY) in Kars, Turkey to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 6,802 kilometers (4,227 miles / 3,673 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east at a heading of 84°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:39 in Kars, it's 03:39 in Shenzhen. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,876 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Kars Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Kars (KSY) follows a heading of 305° (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 Kars Airport (KSY) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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