GMZ
Alajero
Spain
12,311 km
7,650 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
12,311 km
7,650 mi / 6,648 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Atlantic/Canary
Heading
48°
northeast

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GMZ SZX
Airport Name La Gomera Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code GMZ SZX
ICAO Code GCGM ZGSZ
City Alajero Shenzhen
Country Spain China
Timezone Atlantic/Canary Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 716 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 28.030000, -17.210000 22.640000, 113.810000

Alajero (GMZ) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from La Gomera Airport (GMZ) in Alajero, Spain to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 12,311 kilometers (7,650 miles / 6,648 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:11 in Alajero, it's 16:11 in Shenzhen. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Alajero (GMZ) follows a heading of 315° (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 La Gomera Airport (GMZ) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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