Airport Comparison
| RCU | SZX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Area De Material Airport | Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport |
| IATA Code | RCU | SZX |
| ICAO Code | SAOC | ZGSZ |
| City | Rio Cuarto | Shenzhen |
| Country | Argentina | China |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Cordoba | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 1,380 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.090000, -64.260000 | 22.640000, 113.810000 |
Rio Cuarto (RCU) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Area De Material Airport (RCU) in Rio Cuarto, Argentina to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 18,838 kilometers (11,705 miles / 10,172 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying south at a heading of 170°.
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 Argentina with China. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:21 in Rio Cuarto, it's 14:21 in Shenzhen. With a 11-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 1,367 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Area De Material Airport.
The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Rio Cuarto (RCU) follows a heading of 189° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Area De Material Airport (RCU) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.