Airport Comparison
| MCR | SZX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Melchor de Mencos Airport | Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCR | SZX |
| ICAO Code | MGMM | ZGSZ |
| City | Melchor de Mencos | Shenzhen |
| Country | Guatemala | China |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 4,670 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 17.070000, -89.150000 | 22.640000, 113.810000 |
Melchor de Mencos (MCR) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Melchor de Mencos Airport (MCR) in Melchor de Mencos, Guatemala to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 14,942 kilometers (9,285 miles / 8,068 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.
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 Guatemala 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 14:32 in Melchor de Mencos, it's 04:32 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 4,657 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Melchor de Mencos Airport.
The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Melchor de Mencos (MCR) follows a heading of 31° (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 Melchor de Mencos Airport (MCR) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.