Flying from Istanbul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.
The timezone in Shenzhen is UTC+8, which is 5 hours ahead of Istanbul. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is located in Shenzhen.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Istanbul to SZX. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Istanbul to SZX leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from central Istanbul to IST is approximately 48 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 57 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Istanbul to SZX, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
About Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SZX instead:
Getting from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Shenzhen. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 41 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, $661 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from $1,175. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.
We suggest booking as early as possible to secure flight tickets from Istanbul to SZX. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy a wider choice of flight times and dates.
Getting flight tickets from Istanbul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when prices go down. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Istanbul to SZX.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
April is the quietest time to travel to Shenzhen. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul to SZX for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Shenzhen to range from 26ºC to 33ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 9ºC and 21ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Istanbul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
More about Shenzhen
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Shenzhen right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Shenzhen is to explore its top sights. Essential stops include Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.
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