Shenzhen to Vancouver (SZX–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SZX–YVR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Hainan Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 6,366 miles in approximately 11h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HU Hainan Airlines | 1 | 789 | 11h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Vancouver from Shenzhen
| Metric | SZX→YVR | HKG→YVR | CAN→YVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SZX | – | 24 mi | 61 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 40 | 2 |
| Flight time | 11h 50m | 11h 35m | 11h 55m |
Travel Essentials
SZX: CST · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, it's 3:00 AM in Vancouver.
Chinese passport holders need a visitor visa (Temporary Resident Visa) to enter Canada. Apply online through the IRCC portal or at a Canada Visa Application Centre (VAC) in China. The application fee is CAD 100 per person. Processing times vary by location but typically run 20 to 40 business days from Beijing or Shanghai.
You will need a completed application form, digital photo, passport valid for the duration of your stay, proof of funds, travel itinerary, and ties to China (employment letter, property ownership, family). Bank statements covering the last 4 months are expected. Biometrics collection at a VAC is mandatory and costs an additional CAD 85.
Canada issues single-entry and multiple-entry visas. Most applicants now receive a multiple-entry visa valid for up to 10 years, tied to passport expiry. Each stay is limited to 6 months.
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.
The Canada Line runs from the airport to Waterfront/downtown in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 on Compass card. Trains depart every 6–8 minutes from the International Terminal station (basement level). Taxis queue outside arrivals; metered fares to downtown are CAD $35–45. Uber and Lyft have a designated pick-up zone.Rental car desks are in the terminal. The VALET shuttle also connects to other transit points on Sea Island. YVR is particularly well-organised for transfers; pre-clearance facility clears U.S.-bound passengers through U.S. customs before departure.
Temperate oceanic climate. One of the mildest in Canada. Winters (November–March) are wet and overcast at 2–8°C. Snow is infrequent at sea level, but when it does fall, the city struggles and the airport can see delays. Fog in winter and early spring is a more consistent disruption risk. Summers (June–August) are warm and dry at 20–27°C with very little rain.
Wildfire smoke from BC and Alberta can reduce visibility at the airport during August and September. Pack rain gear for autumn through spring. Summers are dry and clear.
SZX–YVR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SZX to YVR
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) are connected by nonstop service from Hainan Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SZX to YVR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SZX to YVR is about 11 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,366 miles (10,245 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Shanghai Pudong, Narita and Incheon. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hong Kong (HKG) and Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN).