Travelling from Washington DC to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Washington DC to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) begins with finding the most convenient airport to jet off from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are your main options in Washington DC.
Shenzhen is 12 hours ahead of Washington DC. Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is located in Shenzhen, which is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Your flight from Washington DC to SZX won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
In high season, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan National Airport:
76.44% of flights taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport land at their destination on time.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and SZX include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can arrive at IAD from the centre of Washington DC in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to SZX flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74.39%.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance record of BWI is 77.13%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Reserve a hotel near SZX if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
The address for SZX is Airport 9th Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Rs117,130 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs295,928. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to SZX. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
April is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Shenzhen based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Washington DC to SZX flight ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Shenzhen to range from 26ºC to 33ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 9ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Shenzhen
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Shenzhen right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes are top attractions which should be on every Shenzhen itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've seen Shenzhen, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel around 80 kilometres north-west to Guangzhou to check off its top attractions. From 珠江夜景 to Yuyuan Garden and Shamian Island, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Shantou is another must-experience destination in China and is around 306 kilometres east of Shenzhen. No journey is complete without experiencing Shantou Old Town, Beishan Bay and Longhu Beach Tourist Resort.
