Bangkok to Shenzhen (BKK–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BKK–SZX is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines and Maldivian lead the route. The flight covers 1,056 miles in approximately 2h 32m. Beyond nonstop, 70 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 21 | 321, 32N | 2h47-2h50 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines Also: CA, TG | 21 | 320 | 2h32-2h55 | – | Star Alliance | CA, TG |
| Q2 Maldivian | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shenzhen from Bangkok
| Metric | BKK→SZX | DMK→SZX |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BKK | – | 19 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 70 | 11 |
| Flight time | 2h 32m | 2h 50m |
Travel Essentials
BKK: +07 · SZX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Bangkok, it's 7:00 PM in Shenzhen.
Thai passport holders enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a mutual visa exemption agreement that took effect March 1, 2026. No advance application is needed. The 30-day stay cannot be extended in country. Total time in China must not exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. This covers tourism and business visits only. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Airport Rail Link (ARL) runs from Phaya Thai station to Suvarnabhumi in 30 minutes (฿45 City Line; ฿90–130 Express, though Express service is often suspended). Trains run 6am to midnight. Transfer at Makkasan for MRT or Phaya Thai for BTS Skytrain.Metered taxis cost ฿250–400 from central Bangkok plus expressway tolls (฿50–75); expect 40–90 minutes depending on traffic. Avoid non-metered taxis; insist on the meter. Ride-share apps (Grab) are widely used and typically cost ฿200–350.
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.
BKK–SZX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BKK to SZX
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines, Maldivian and Shenzhen Airlines. With 70 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BKK to SZX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BKK to SZX ranges from 2 hours 32 minutes to 2 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,056 miles (1,700 km). There are approximately 70 weekly flights outbound and 66 return, totaling 136 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
70 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via FOC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bangkok (DMK).