SZX
Shenzhen
China
13,954 km
8,671 miles
TAM
Tampico
Mexico
Distance
13,954 km
8,671 mi / 7,535 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-14h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
37°
northeast

Airport Comparison

SZX TAM
Airport Name Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport
IATA Code SZX TAM
ICAO Code ZGSZ MMTM
City Shenzhen Tampico
Country China Mexico
Timezone Asia/Shanghai America/Mexico_City
Elevation 13 ft 80 ft
Coordinates 22.640000, 113.810000 22.300000, -97.870000

Shenzhen (SZX) to Tampico (TAM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China to General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) in Tampico, Mexico is 13,954 kilometers (8,671 miles / 7,535 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 China with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:53 in Shenzhen, it's 10:53 in Tampico. 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.

The return flight from Tampico (TAM) to Shenzhen (SZX) follows a heading of 323° (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 Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) and General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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