Bangkok to Shenzhen (DMK–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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FD596
FD Thai AirAsia
320
7:05 PM
+07 T1
10:50 PM
CST
2h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SL902
SL Thai Lion
738
10:50 PM
+07 T1
2:35 AM+1
CST
2h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SL903
SL Thai Lion
738
3:40 AM
CST T3
5:25 AM
+07
2h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
FD597
FD Thai AirAsia
320
11:55 PM
CST
1:50 AM+1
+07
2h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Bangkok to Shenzhen
2 carriers, 11 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 11 Flights/wk 1,054 mi 2h 45m nonstop +1h ahead 25 1-stop hubs

DMK–SZX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Thai AirAsia and Thai Lion Air lead the route. The flight covers 1,054 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop DMK–SZX service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
FD Thai AirAsia 7 320 2h45
SL Thai Lion Air 4 738 2h45
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – FD
738 Boeing 737-800 – SL
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: FD + SL (11 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, DMK to SZX direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
2
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
2
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
11
Outbound / wk
11
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DMK to SZX.
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One-Stop Connections
25
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,857
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Shenzhen from Bangkok

Nearby airports with service to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
Metric DMK→SZX BKK→SZX
Distance from DMK 19 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 4
Weekly flights 11 49
Flight time 2h 45m 2h 40m
Airports within 200 miles of DMK with service to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Shenzhen is 1 hour ahead of Bangkok.
DMK: +07 · SZX: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Bangkok, it's 7:00 PM in Shenzhen.
Distance & Flight Time
1,054 mi / 1,696 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 45m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Getting from SZX

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.

Shenzhen Climate

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.

DMK–SZX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Bangkok to Shenzhen route.
Route details
Distance1,054 mi / 1,696 km
Flight time2h 45m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights11 out / 11 return
1-stop connections25 hubs
Origin: DMK
IATA / ICAODMK / VTBD
TimezoneAsia/Bangkok
Passengers/yr31.0M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
Destination: SZX
IATA / ICAOSZX / ZGSZ
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr61.4M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DMK to SZX flights.
Nonstop flights from Don Mueang International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport take approximately 2h 45m. The route covers 1,054 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Thai AirAsia and Thai Lion Air.
There are approximately 11 nonstop flights per week from DMK to SZX. The return direction has about 11 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through HAK, ENH, TPE, KMG, DAT, SGN, VTE, CGK, HAN, ICN, SIN, KUL, CKG, WUH, HFE, PVG, XIY, CGO, MNL, NRT, TSN, HGH, LYI, PEN and TNA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Shenzhen is 1 hour ahead of Bangkok.
Yes, return flights from SZX to DMK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include BKK. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from DMK to SZX

Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are connected by nonstop service from Thai AirAsia and Thai Lion Air. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

DMK to SZX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DMK to SZX ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,054 miles (1,696 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via HAK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bangkok (BKK).