Dalian (Ganjingzi) to Shenzhen (DLC–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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DLC–SZX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,217 miles in approximately 3h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U | 24 | 320, 32N, 32Q | 3h35-3h51 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines Also: CA, SC | 7 | 320 | 3h19 | – | Star Alliance | CA, SC |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shenzhen from Dalian (Ganjingzi)
| Metric | DLC→SZX | YNT→SZX | DOY→SZX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DLC | – | 95 mi | 180 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 45 | 49 | 7 |
| Flight time | 3h 35m | 3h 9m | 2h 30m |
Travel Essentials
DLC: CST · SZX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Dalian (Ganjingzi), it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen.
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.
DLC–SZX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DLC to SZX
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines. With 45 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DLC to SZX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DLC to SZX is about 3 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,217 miles (1,958 km). There are approximately 45 weekly flights outbound and 38 return, totaling 83 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Wenzhou Longwan, Jinan Yaoqiang and Qingdao Jiaodong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Yantai (YNT), Dongying (Kenli) (DOY) and Qingdao (Jiaozhou) (TAO).