The flight distance from Le Mars Municipal Airport (LRJ) in Le Mars, United States to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 12,118 kilometers (7,530 miles / 6,543 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:56 in Le Mars, it's 03:56 in Shenzhen. With a 14-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 1,184 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Le Mars Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Le Mars (LRJ) follows a heading of 23° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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