SZX
Shenzhen
China
6,138 km
3,814 miles
THR
Tehran
Iran
Distance
6,138 km
3,814 mi / 3,314 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
299°
west northwest

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SZX THR
Airport Name Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport Mehrabad International Airport
IATA Code SZX THR
ICAO Code ZGSZ OIII
City Shenzhen Tehran
Country China Iran
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Tehran
Elevation 13 ft 3,962 ft
Coordinates 22.640000, 113.810000 35.690000, 51.310000

Shenzhen (SZX) to Tehran (THR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China to Mehrabad International Airport (THR) in Tehran, Iran is 6,138 kilometers (3,814 miles / 3,314 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:58 in Shenzhen, it's 06:28 in Tehran. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,949 feet between the two airports. Mehrabad International Airport sits higher than Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.

The return flight from Tehran (THR) to Shenzhen (SZX) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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