LEJ
Leipzig
Germany
8,818 km
5,480 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
8,818 km
5,480 mi / 4,762 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
67°
east northeast

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LEJ SZX
Airport Name Leipzig Halle Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code LEJ SZX
ICAO Code EDDP ZGSZ
City Leipzig Shenzhen
Country Germany China
Timezone Europe/Berlin Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 465 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 51.430000, 12.240000 22.640000, 113.810000

Leipzig (LEJ) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) in Leipzig, Germany to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 8,818 kilometers (5,480 miles / 4,762 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.

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 06:57 in Leipzig, it's 13:57 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 Leipzig (LEJ) follows a heading of 322° (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 Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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