COS
Colorado Springs
United States
12,093 km
7,514 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
12,093 km
7,514 mi / 6,530 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Denver
Heading
323°
northwest

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COS SZX
Airport Name City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code COS SZX
ICAO Code KCOS ZGSZ
City Colorado Springs Shenzhen
Country United States China
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 6,187 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 38.810000, -104.700000 22.640000, 113.810000

Colorado Springs (COS) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) in Colorado Springs, United States to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 12,093 kilometers (7,514 miles / 6,530 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:25 in Colorado Springs, it's 20:25 in Shenzhen. 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 6,174 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Colorado Springs (COS) follows a heading of 31° (north 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 City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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