RBT
Marsabit
Kenya
8,453 km
5,253 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
8,453 km
5,253 mi / 4,564 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
67°
east northeast

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RBT SZX
Airport Name Segel Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code RBT SZX
ICAO Code HKMB ZGSZ
City Marsabit Shenzhen
Country Kenya China
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 4,395 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 2.350000, 37.980000 22.640000, 113.810000

Marsabit (RBT) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Segel Airport (RBT) in Marsabit, Kenya to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 8,453 kilometers (5,253 miles / 4,564 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 Kenya with China. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:30 in Marsabit, it's 02:30 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 4,382 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Segel Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Marsabit (RBT) follows a heading of 267° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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