SCT
Socotra Islands
Yemen
6,405 km
3,980 miles
SZX
Shenzhen
China
Distance
6,405 km
3,980 mi / 3,458 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Asia/Aden
Heading
71°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

SCT SZX
Airport Name Socotra International Airport Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
IATA Code SCT SZX
ICAO Code OYSQ ZGSZ
City Socotra Islands Shenzhen
Country Yemen China
Timezone Asia/Aden Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 146 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 12.630000, 53.910000 22.640000, 113.810000

Socotra Islands (SCT) to Shenzhen (SZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China is 6,405 kilometers (3,980 miles / 3,458 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:21 in Socotra Islands, it's 04:21 in Shenzhen. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Socotra Islands (SCT) follows a heading of 271° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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