Osaka to Shenzhen (KIX–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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ZH662
ZH Shenzhen
738
3:05 PM
JST T1
7:05 PM
CST
5h
M T W T F S S
Prices
SC2415
SC Shandong
73F
2:05 AM
CST
7:05 AM
JST
4h
M T W T F S S
Prices
ZH661
ZH Shenzhen
738
10:06 AM
CST TT3
2:10 PM
JST
3h 4m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Osaka to Shenzhen
1 carrier, 6 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 6 Flights/wk 1,530 mi 5h nonstop -1h behind 25 1-stop hubs

KIX–SZX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Shenzhen Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,530 miles in approximately 5h. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop KIX–SZX service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
ZH Shenzhen Airlines 6 738 5h Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – ZH
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: ZH (6 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, KIX to SZX direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
6
Outbound / wk
13
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for KIX to SZX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
25
Hubs
~14h
Fastest
~41h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,598
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.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Shenzhen is 1 hour behind Osaka.
KIX: JST · SZX: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Osaka, it's 5:00 PM in Shenzhen.
Distance & Flight Time
1,530 mi / 2,463 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 0m.
Visa & Entry

Japanese passport holders enter China visa-free for up to 30 days under a unilateral policy extended through December 31, 2026. The visa-free entry covers tourism, business, transit, and visiting family or friends. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. For stays beyond 30 days or for work and study, a visa must be obtained from a Chinese embassy or consulate before departure.

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.

KIX–SZX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Osaka to Shenzhen route.
Route details
Distance1,530 mi / 2,463 km
Flight time5h
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights6 out / 13 return
1-stop connections25 hubs
Origin: KIX
IATA / ICAOKIX / RJBB
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Passengers/yr30.6M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m
Destination: SZX
IATA / ICAOSZX / ZGSZ
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr61.4M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KIX to SZX flights.
Nonstop flights from Kansai International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport take approximately 5h. The route covers 1,530 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Shenzhen Airlines.
There are approximately 6 nonstop flights per week from KIX to SZX. The return direction has about 13 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MNL, HAN, PVG, NRT, TAO, SYD, HND, KUL, HGH, NTG, SGN, PEK, TPE, ICN, BKK, WUX, SIN, DLC, TSN, DXB, LAX, YVR, DOH, ORD and CDG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Shenzhen is 1 hour behind Osaka.
Yes, return flights from SZX to KIX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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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 KIX to SZX

Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are connected by nonstop service from Shenzhen Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

KIX to SZX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from KIX to SZX ranges from 5 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,530 miles (2,463 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 19 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via MNL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.