Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is 10 hours 5 minutes.
Shenzhen is three hours behind Sydney and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Take your pick of four weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flights. The 08:45 departure with China Southern Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. China Southern Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 09:45.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SYD to SZX flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
China Southern Airlines is your ticket to exploring Shenzhen (and perhaps some other exciting corners of China!). Check out the direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport offered by this airline.
China Southern Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for SYD to SZX flights is China Southern Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between SYD and SZX:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
176 € is currently the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 362 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from SYD to SZX by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SYD to SZX.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of the departures from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SYD:
Arriving at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SZX instead:
Go beyond Shenzhen and check out places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport several weeks ahead to get the lowest price. If you're travelling during peak season, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen
SZX is located at Airport 9th Rd.
From Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, Shenzhen is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Shenzhen. If you want a more laid-back 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 Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to SZX in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Shenzhen. Around 105 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Canton Tower, Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in China, consider Dongguan, about 64 kilometres north-west of Shenzhen. 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画 are highlights.
