CXN
Candala
Somalia
6,856 km
4,260 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
6,856 km
4,260 mi / 3,702 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
70°
east northeast

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CXN SZX
Airport Name Candala Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code CXN SZX
ICAO Code HCMC ZGSZ
City Candala Shenzhen
Country Somalia China
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 9 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 11.500000, 49.920000 22.640000, 113.810000

Candala (CXN) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Candala Airport (CXN) in Candala, Somalia to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 6,856 kilometers (4,260 miles / 3,702 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.

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 Somalia 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 09:04 in Candala, it's 14:04 in Shenzhen. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Candala (CXN) follows a heading of 271° (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 Candala Airport (CXN) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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