Travelling from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is 8 hours 45 minutes.
Shenzhen's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Shenzhen five hours ahead of Riyadh.
Flights from RUH to SZX start from 00:30 — the earliest with China Southern Airlines. The latest departure is at 00:30 with China Southern Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of three weekly Riyadh Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your RUH to SZX flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
China Southern is your gateway to discovering Shenzhen (and perhaps some other great parts of China!). Browse the direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to travel with China Southern on this route.
With a dependable 87.5% of services arriving on schedule, China Southern has the best on-time record for RUH to SZX flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RUH and SZX:
Dubai Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Beijing Daxing Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight is Rs77,971. A return ticket right now is Rs158,913. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RUH to SZX if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Riyadh Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Riyadh Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from RUH make it to their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.
To get to Riyadh Airport from central Riyadh, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Get your flight from Riyadh Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport off to an easy start. Only a short drive from RUH, spend the night in Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
If you have a late Riyadh Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SZX:
Travel where the road takes you with a Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Shenzhen's usual tourist stops.
Increase your chances of snagging the best deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport several weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen
The street address for SZX is Airport 9th Rd.
From Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, Shenzhen is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The quietest month for a flight from Riyadh Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Shenzhen based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Riyadh Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Shenzhen, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to SZX in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC and 21ºC on average.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Shenzhen. Around 105 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Canton Tower, Baiyun Mountain and Yuyuan Garden.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in China, head for Dongguan, roughly 64 kilometres north-west of Shenzhen. Dongguan Botanical Garden, Dongguan People's Park and Foling Lake Country Park are highlights.
