Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is 15 hours 15 minutes.
Shenzhen is 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your LAX to SZX flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Shenzhen (and then discovering more of China!) is easy with Air China. This popular airline has direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
Air China is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating LAX to SZX flights is Air China. Its services arrive as scheduled 77.78% of the time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LAX and SZX:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
$752 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,301. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from LAX to SZX by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.05% of the time.
Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
If you're getting in on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near SZX:
Pick up a Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport rental car and explore parts of Shenzhen that are off the usual tourist route. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen
You'll find SZX at Airport 9th Rd.
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Shenzhen. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Shenzhen based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Shenzhen, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to SZX in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Shenzhen. Around 105 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Canton Tower, Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall.
Dongguan is another well-known destination in China and is around 64 kilometres north-west of Shenzhen. No journey is complete without experiencing 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画.