Bangkok to Shenzhen (DMK–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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 53m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FD Thai AirAsia | 7 | 320 | 2h55 | – | – | – |
| SL Thai Lion Air | 4 | 738 | 2h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shenzhen from Bangkok
| Metric | DMK→SZX | BKK→SZX |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DMK | – | 19 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | 70 |
| Flight time | 2h 53m | 2h 44m |
Travel Essentials
DMK: +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.
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.
DMK–SZX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
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 is about 2 hours 53 minutes gate to gate. 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
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Kunming Changshui, Noi Bai and Chongqing Jiangbei. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bangkok (BKK).