Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
Shenzhen is four hours ahead of Dubai and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
You can choose from six weekly Dubai Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flights. The 00:15 departure with China Southern Airlines is the earliest available. China Southern Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:55.
Leave enough time to catch your DXB to SZX flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
China Southern Airlines is your gateway to discovering Shenzhen (and perhaps some other great corners of China!). Check out the direct flights from Dubai Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is China Southern Airlines.
With 68.97% of its services landing on schedule, China Southern Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating DXB to SZX flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DXB and SZX:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight is 164 €. A return plane ticket is currently 298 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DXB to SZX.
The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from DXB to SZX.
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Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
74.31% of flights that take off from Dubai Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Dubai Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near DXB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dubai Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
If you're arriving on a late Dubai Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near SZX:
Go beyond Shenzhen and explore places that aren't found in every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport rental car from Hertz.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your vehicle from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport several weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen
SZX is located at Airport 9th Rd.
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to the centre of Shenzhen has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Shenzhen. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Shenzhen is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Dubai Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to SZX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shenzhen, now it's time to discover more of China. Travel about 105 kilometres north-west to Guangzhou to tick off its popular sights. From Canton Tower to Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 64 kilometres north-west of Shenzhen, Dongguan is another favourite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画.
