MAF
Midland
United States
12,839 km
7,978 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
12,839 km
7,978 mi / 6,932 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Chicago
Heading
323°
northwest

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MAF SZX
Airport Name Midland International Air And Space Port Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code MAF SZX
ICAO Code KMAF ZGSZ
City Midland Shenzhen
Country United States China
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 2,872 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 31.940000, -102.200000 22.640000, 113.810000

Midland (MAF) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Midland International Air And Space Port Airport (MAF) in Midland, United States to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 12,839 kilometers (7,978 miles / 6,932 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 11:29 in Midland, it's 01:29 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 2,859 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Midland International Air And Space Port Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Midland (MAF) follows a heading of 34° (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 Midland International Air And Space Port Airport (MAF) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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