IKA
Tehran
Iran
6,155 km
3,824 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
6,155 km
3,824 mi / 3,323 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
85°
east

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IKA SZX
Airport Name Imam Khomeini International Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code IKA SZX
ICAO Code OIIE ZGSZ
City Tehran Shenzhen
Country Iran China
Timezone Asia/Tehran Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 3,305 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 35.420000, 51.150000 22.640000, 113.810000

Tehran (IKA) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) in Tehran, Iran to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 6,155 kilometers (3,824 miles / 3,323 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east at a heading of 85°.

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 Iran with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:59 in Tehran, it's 13:29 in Shenzhen. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,292 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Imam Khomeini International Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Tehran (IKA) follows a heading of 298° (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 Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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