The flight distance from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) in Santiago de Compostela, Spain to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 10,636 kilometers (6,609 miles / 5,743 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 11:52 in Santiago de Compostela, it's 17:52 in Shenzhen. With a 6-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 1,200 feet between the two airports. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits lower than Santiago de Compostela Airport.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) follows a heading of 321° (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 Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.