RAH
Rafha
Saudi Arabia
6,959 km
4,324 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
6,959 km
4,324 mi / 3,757 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
78°
east northeast

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RAH SZX
Airport Name Rafha Domestic Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code RAH SZX
ICAO Code OERF ZGSZ
City Rafha Shenzhen
Country Saudi Arabia China
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,474 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 29.630000, 43.490000 22.640000, 113.810000

Rafha (RAH) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) in Rafha, Saudi Arabia to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 6,959 kilometers (4,324 miles / 3,757 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:33 in Rafha, it's 16:33 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 1,461 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Rafha Domestic Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Rafha (RAH) follows a heading of 293° (west 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 Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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