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Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
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Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport

IATA · SZXICAO · ZGSZServing Shenzhen

About Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport

Overview

Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport sits in the Bao'an district of Shenzhen, Guangdong province, roughly 32 kilometres from the city centre. Serving one of China's most economically dynamic cities, it functions as a primary international and domestic gateway for the Pearl River Delta region. The airport opened in 1991, replacing earlier limited facilities as Shenzhen's rapid urban expansion demanded a full-scale aviation hub.

Terminals & Runways

The airport operates a single large integrated terminal complex, dominated by the striking Terminal 3 designed by Studio Fuksas, which opened in 2013 and handles the majority of traffic. Two parallel runways oriented roughly east–west support high-frequency operations. The airport runs on a 24-hour basis, and infrastructure expansion plans have been proposed to accommodate continued growth in the region.

Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines uses the airport as its primary hub, while China Southern and other major Chinese carriers maintain significant operations here. Several low-cost and regional Chinese airlines operate focus-city services. International connectivity is provided by a range of Asian carriers and select long-haul operators, reflecting Shenzhen's global commercial importance.

Airlines flying from SZX

14 carriers

Top routes from SZX

12 routes

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FAQ

Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport — frequently asked questions

Where is Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport?
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is located in Shenzhen, China (Asia), at coordinates 22.640°, 113.810°.
What is the airport code for Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport?
Its IATA code is SZX and its ICAO code is ZGSZ.
What time zone is SZX in?
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport operates on Asia/Shanghai local time.
Which airlines fly from SZX?
Carriers tracked on routes from SZX include Sichuan Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Chengdu Airlines and 8 more.
Where can you fly from SZX?
Tracked destinations from SZX include Chongqing, Hangzhou, Chengdu, Shanghai, Taipei, Tianjin, Kunming, Beijing and 3 more.