The flight distance from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China to Tshikapa Airport (TSH) in Tshikapa, DR Congo is 10,591 kilometers (6,581 miles / 5,719 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 265°.

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 DR Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:55 in Shenzhen, it's 23:55 in Tshikapa. With a 6-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 1,582 feet between the two airports. Tshikapa Airport sits higher than Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.

The return flight from Tshikapa (TSH) to Shenzhen (SZX) follows a heading of 68° (east 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 Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) and Tshikapa Airport (TSH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.