Abu Dhabi to Shenzhen (AUH–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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AUH–SZX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Etihad Airways leads the route. The flight covers 3,720 miles in approximately 8h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways | 5 | 77X | 8h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shenzhen from Abu Dhabi
| Metric | AUH→SZX | DWC→SZX | DXB→SZX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AUH | – | 45 mi | 72 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 5 | 1 | 7 |
| Flight time | 8h | 9h 20m | 7h 40m |
Travel Essentials
AUH: +04 · SZX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 10:00 PM in Shenzhen.
UAE passport holders can enter China visa-free for up to 30 days as of late 2024 under a unilateral visa exemption. This applies to ordinary passport holders entering for tourism, business, transit, or family visits. A passport valid for at least 6 months is required. For longer stays or other purposes, a visa must be obtained in advance from a Chinese embassy or consulate.
Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) connects to Futian station (30 min, ¥20) and Luohu (45 min, ¥28); from Futian you can cross to Hong Kong via the Futian/Lok Ma Chau checkpoint. Trains run 6am to midnight.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥60–100. Ferries to Hong Kong run from the adjacent Fuyong Ferry Terminal (45 min, HK$300–350); a convenient alternative to land crossings. Car rentals are limited; private car hire with driver is common for business travel.
Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid (28–34°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall and frequent typhoons. Typhoon season peaks July through September and can close the airport for 12–24 hours. Thunderstorms cause delays throughout the wet season.
Winters are mild and mostly dry (10–20°C). Spring brings persistent fog and drizzle (February–April) that can disrupt morning departures. October and November are the most pleasant months.
AUH–SZX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AUH to SZX
Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
AUH to SZX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AUH to SZX is about 8 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,720 miles (5,986 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 10 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Noi Bai, Haikou Meilan and Suvarnabhumi. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai(Jebel Ali) (DWC) and Dubai (DXB).