The flight distance from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China to Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) in Drayton Valley, Canada is 10,360 kilometers (6,437 miles / 5,594 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 27°.

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 Canada. 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 12:08 in Shenzhen, it's 21:08 in Drayton Valley. With a 15-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 2,763 feet between the two airports. Drayton Valley Industrial Airport sits higher than Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.

The return flight from Drayton Valley (YDC) to Shenzhen (SZX) follows a heading of 316° (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 Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.