RLT
Arlit
Niger
10,795 km
6,708 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
10,795 km
6,708 mi / 5,829 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Africa/Niamey
Heading
63°
east northeast

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RLT SZX
Airport Name Arlit Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code RLT SZX
ICAO Code DRZL ZGSZ
City Arlit Shenzhen
Country Niger China
Timezone Africa/Niamey Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,443 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 18.790000, 7.370000 22.640000, 113.810000

Arlit (RLT) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arlit Airport (RLT) in Arlit, Niger to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 10,795 kilometers (6,708 miles / 5,829 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

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 Niger 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 08:23 in Arlit, it's 15:23 in Shenzhen. With a 7-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 1,430 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Arlit Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Arlit (RLT) follows a heading of 294° (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 Arlit Airport (RLT) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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