The flight distance from Safford Regional Airport (SAD) in Safford, United States to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 12,313 kilometers (7,651 miles / 6,649 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:35 in Safford, it's 13:35 in Shenzhen. With a 15-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 3,165 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Safford Regional Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Safford (SAD) follows a heading of 38° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Safford Regional Airport (SAD) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.