Shenzhen to Doha (SZX–DOH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SZX–DOH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Shenzhen Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,896 miles in approximately 9h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 37 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines | 3 | 330 | 9h25 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Doha from Shenzhen
| Metric | SZX→DOH | HKG→DOH | CAN→DOH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SZX | – | 24 mi | 61 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 4 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 3 | 35 | 35 |
| Flight time | 9h 25m | 9h 20m | 9h 15m |
Travel Essentials
SZX: CST · DOH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, it's 1:00 PM in Doha.
Chinese passport holders enter Qatar visa-free for up to 30 days, with a one-time extension of 30 additional days available. No advance authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return ticket and proof of accommodation may be requested at the border.
Shenzhen Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) runs from Futian or Luohu to the airport in 35–50 minutes (¥20–30). Trains run from 6am to around midnight. This is the standard option for arrivals from central Shenzhen and the Hong Kong border crossing at Futian.
Taxis from downtown Shenzhen (Luohu/Futian) cost ¥60–100 and take 30–50 minutes depending on expressway traffic. High-speed rail connections exist but require a shuttle or metro link from Shenzhen North station.
Doha Metro Gold Line departs from inside the terminal to the city centre (15–20 min, QAR 3–6). Msheireb station is the interchange for connecting to the Red and Green lines. First train is at 6am; late-night arrivals will need a taxi or ride-hail. Karwa taxis are available at the arrivals area; West Bay costs QAR 30–50.Careem and Uber are the most cost-effective options. Hamad International has no separate rental car facility visible from arrivals; rental desks are landside. The airport is 15 km from central Doha with good road access via the Corniche and Lusail Expressway.
Desert climate, similar to Dubai. Summers (June–September) are intensely hot (37–45°C) with very high humidity. Ground operations slow but flights rarely cancel for heat alone. Dust haze is persistent and occasionally reduces visibility below instrument minimums. Winter (November–March) is pleasant at 15–26°C and represents Qatar Airways' peak operational period.
Rain is rare, fewer than 10 rainy days per year, but the drainage infrastructure means even light rain causes road flooding. Occasional dust storms (shamal) reduce visibility and can ground departures for hours. Spring (March–May) is the most dust-prone season.
SZX–DOH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SZX to DOH
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) and Hamad International Airport (DOH) are connected by nonstop service from Shenzhen Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SZX to DOH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SZX to DOH ranges from 9 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,896 miles (6,269 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
37 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 18 hours via HND. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hong Kong (HKG) and Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN).