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Flights from Istanbul to Shenzhen
There are no direct flights from Istanbul to Shenzhen. The easiest way is one stop via Xian or Dubai, about 12h 47m door to door.
No direct flights · 6 connection options From 12h 37m
Istanbul to Shenzhen at a glance
Fastest journey12h 37mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Xian or Dubai
Best ways to fly from Istanbul to Shenzhen
Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.
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IST Xian (XIY) SZX
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Donghai Airlines
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IST Dubai (DXB) SZX
Leg 1: flydubai, Turkish Airlines, Emirates · Leg 2: China Southern Airlines, Emirates
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IST Urumqi (URC) SZX
Leg 1: China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines
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IST Shanghai (PVG) SZX
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines
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IST Seoul (ICN) SZX
Leg 1: Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: Asiana Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Korean Air
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IST Beijing (PKX) SZX
Leg 1: China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines
Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.
Good to know
- Distance
- 7,990 km4,962 miles
- Journey time
- 12h 37mestimate
- Time difference
- +5hShenzhen vs Istanbul
- Currency in Shenzhen
- CNY
- Airports
- IST, SAW → SZX
Flights from Istanbul to Shenzhen: questions answered
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Shenzhen?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Xian, Dubai and Urumqi. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Shenzhen?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 12h 37m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 7,990 km.
Where do you change planes between Istanbul and Shenzhen?
The best connecting points are Xian (XIY), Dubai (DXB), Urumqi (URC) and Shanghai (PVG). China Eastern Airlines flies both legs via Xian, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Istanbul and Shenzhen?
Istanbul: İstanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). Shenzhen: Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX).
What is the time difference between Istanbul and Shenzhen?
Shenzhen is 5 hours ahead of Istanbul.
