The flight distance from Shinyanga Airport (SHY) in Shinyanga, Tanzania to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 9,172 kilometers (5,699 miles / 4,952 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.

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 Tanzania 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 20:57 in Shinyanga, it's 01:57 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 3,787 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Shinyanga Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Shinyanga (SHY) follows a heading of 263° (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 Shinyanga Airport (SHY) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.