The flight distance from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel to Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) in Zhongwei, China is 6,296 kilometers (3,912 miles / 3,399 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Israel with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:16 in Tel Aviv, it's 23:16 in Zhongwei. 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 8,067 feet between the two airports. Zhongwei Shapotou Airport sits higher than Ben Gurion International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zhongwei (ZHY) to Tel Aviv (TLV) follows a heading of 287° (west 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 Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) and Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.