Direct (nonstop) flights from Shenzhen to Beijing

3 airlines fly nonstop from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's 1,212 miles (1,951 km), about 3h 15m in the air. Operated by Air China, Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

SZX
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
🇨🇳 Shenzhen, China
PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,212 mi
1,951 km
CO₂/pax
205 kg
−38 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Air China +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Shenzhen Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
SZX → PEK
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,212 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
SZX → PEK
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,212 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
SZX → PEK
Flight Time
3h 15m
Distance
1,212 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Shenzhen to Beijing with one stop · direct emits 205 kg CO₂ per passenger

SZX CIH (Changzhi) PEK
Leg 1: 2h 25m (938 mi) Leg 2: 1h 18m (324 mi) Total: ~3h 43m 🍃 243 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → CIH
2h 25m · 938 mi
View SZX to CIH flights →
Leg 2
CIH → PEK
1h 18m · 324 mi
View CIH to PEK flights →
SZX SQD (Shangrao) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 33m (472 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (810 mi) Total: ~3h 53m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → SQD
1h 33m · 472 mi
View SZX to SQD flights →
Leg 2
SQD → PEK
2h 20m · 810 mi
View SQD to PEK flights →
SZX KHN (Nanchang) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 35m (447 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (774 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 251 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → KHN
1h 35m · 447 mi
View SZX to KHN flights →
Leg 2
KHN → PEK
2h 25m · 774 mi
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SZX XFN (Xiangyang) PEK
Leg 1: 2h 5m (661 mi) Leg 2: 1h 58m (597 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 257 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → XFN
2h 5m · 661 mi
View SZX to XFN flights →
Leg 2
XFN → PEK
1h 58m · 597 mi
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SZX YIC (Yichun) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 30m (357 mi) Leg 2: 2h 33m (856 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 249 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → YIC
1h 30m · 357 mi
View SZX to YIC flights →
Leg 2
YIC → PEK
2h 33m · 856 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Shenzhen to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Beijing (PEK) takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,212 miles (1,951 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Shenzhen to Beijing?

3 airlines: Air China, Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Shenzhen to Beijing?

Yes. 3 airlines: Air China, Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Shenzhen from Beijing?

The flight distance from Shenzhen to Beijing is 1,212 miles (1,951 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Shenzhen to Beijing?

At 3h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Shenzhen to Beijing?

Roughly 205 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,025 km.

Is the return flight from Beijing to Shenzhen also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Shenzhen to Beijing?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.