The flight distance from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China to Pukaki Airport (TWZ) in Twitzel, New Zealand is 9,380 kilometers (5,829 miles / 5,065 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 143°.

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 New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:51 in Shenzhen, it's 23:51 in Twitzel. 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 1,562 feet between the two airports. Pukaki Airport sits higher than Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.

The return flight from Twitzel (TWZ) to Shenzhen (SZX) follows a heading of 309° (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 Pukaki Airport (TWZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.