Ferno (VA) to Shenzhen (MXP–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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HU7974
HU Hainan
789
9:45 AM
CET T1
4:30 AM+1
CST
11h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices
HU7973
HU Hainan
789
1:45 AM
CST TT3
7:40 AM
CET
12h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Ferno (VA) to Shenzhen
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 5,793 mi 11h 45m nonstop +7h ahead 30 1-stop hubs

MXP–SZX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Hainan Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 5,793 miles in approximately 11h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 30 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MXP–SZX service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
HU Hainan Airlines 3 789 11h45
Aircraft on this route
789 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner – HU
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: HU (3 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, MXP to SZX direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
0
flights
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MXP to SZX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
30
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~37h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,182
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
+7h
Shenzhen is 7 hours ahead of Ferno (VA).
MXP: CET · SZX: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Ferno (VA), it's 1:00 AM (next day) in Shenzhen.
Distance & Flight Time
5,793 mi / 9,323 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 11h 45m.
Visa & Entry

Italian passport holders enter China visa-free for stays of up to 30 days. This unilateral policy covers tourism, business, family visits, and transit. It is valid through December 31, 2026. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

The 30-day count starts the day after entry. Leaving for Hong Kong, Macau, or a neighboring country and returning does not reset the clock. For stays longer than 30 days, apply for a standard visa at a Chinese embassy before travel.

Getting to MXP

The Malpensa Express train connects Milano Centrale and Milano Cadorna to Terminal 1 in 50–52 minutes, running every 30 minutes for €13 one-way. A second train route serves Gallarate and Varese. Terminal 2 (easyJet and low-cost) is connected to Terminal 1 by a free shuttle bus that takes about 7 minutes.

FlixBus and several coach operators serve the airport from Centrale for €5–8 but take longer, especially in traffic. Taxis are fixed-rate from Milan city (€90–100 to/from the city centre); private transfers are broadly comparable. Driving via A8 motorway takes 45–60 minutes in normal conditions.

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.

MXP–SZX Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Ferno (VA) to Shenzhen route.
Route details
Distance5,793 mi / 9,323 km
Flight time11h 45m
Time difference+7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections30 hubs
Origin: MXP
IATA / ICAOMXP / LIMC
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Passengers/yr28.9M
Elevation768 ft / 234 m
Destination: SZX
IATA / ICAOSZX / ZGSZ
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr61.4M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MXP to SZX flights.
Nonstop flights from Milan Malpensa International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport take approximately 11h 45m. The route covers 5,793 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Hainan Airlines.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from MXP to SZX. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MCT, VIE, NRT, PEK, XIY, CGO, HND, LHR, DXB, TPE, CKG, BRU, BUD, PVG, BKK, DOH, CDG, AMM, TLV, HAN, WNZ, CAI, SIN, LAX, FCO, BCN, FRA, ORD, AUH and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Shenzhen is 7 hours ahead of Ferno (VA).
Yes, return flights from SZX to MXP 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 MXP to SZX

Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are connected by nonstop service from Hainan Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MXP to SZX Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MXP to SZX ranges from 11 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,793 miles (9,323 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via MCT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.