The flight distance from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) in Shenzhen, China to Wa Airport (WZA) in Wa, Ghana is 12,187 kilometers (7,573 miles / 6,581 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 290°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:50 in Shenzhen, it's 04:50 in Wa. With a 8-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 1,047 feet between the two airports. Wa Airport sits higher than Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.

The return flight from Wa (WZA) to Shenzhen (SZX) follows a heading of 61° (east 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 Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) and Wa Airport (WZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.