ASM
Asmara
Eritrea
7,842 km
4,873 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
7,842 km
4,873 mi / 4,234 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Asmara
Heading
71°
east northeast

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ASM SZX
Airport Name Asmara International Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code ASM SZX
ICAO Code HHAS ZGSZ
City Asmara Shenzhen
Country Eritrea China
Timezone Africa/Asmara Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 7,661 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 15.290000, 38.910000 22.640000, 113.810000

Asmara (ASM) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Asmara International Airport (ASM) in Asmara, Eritrea to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 7,842 kilometers (4,873 miles / 4,234 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:09 in Asmara, it's 09:09 in Shenzhen. 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 7,648 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Asmara International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Asmara (ASM) follows a heading of 279° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Asmara International Airport (ASM) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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