Sydney (Mascot) to Shenzhen (SYD–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SYD–SZX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 4,618 miles in approximately 9h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 31 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 3 | 333 | 9h35 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
SYD: AEDT · SZX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Sydney (Mascot), it's 3:00 PM in Shenzhen.
The Airport Link train (T8 line) runs from Central Station to the International Terminal in 13 minutes and to Domestic terminals in 10 minutes. Trains run roughly every 10 minutes from about 05:00 to midnight. The fare is AUD $20.10 from the CBD (Opal card); this includes a station access fee levied separately from standard fares.Taxis from the CBD cost AUD $45–65 depending on traffic and time of day; Uber is available from designated pick-up zones. The Eastern Distributor and Southern Cross Drive are the main road routes; the airport is about 10 km south of the CBD. Short-term parking at T1 international starts at AUD $8 for 30 minutes.
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.
SYD–SZX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SYD to SZX
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SYD to SZX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SYD to SZX ranges from 9 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,618 miles (7,431 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
31 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via CGO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.