Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): what you need to know
The timezone in Shenzhen is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of London.
Your LGW to SZX flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LGW and SZX:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
At the moment, R 6,941 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 11,007. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LGW to SZX, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights that leave from London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Reserve a hotel close to SZX if you're taking a late London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport rental car and discover corners of Shenzhen that are off the usual tourist route. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your vehicle from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates typically rise as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen
The address for SZX is Airport 9th Rd.
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Shenzhen. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Shenzhen based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Shenzhen during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to SZX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Shenzhen has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. About 105 kilometres north-west of Shenzhen, a visit to Guangzhou will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Canton Tower, Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall.
Dongguan is another must-experience destination in China and is around 64 kilometres north-west of Shenzhen. No trip is complete without dropping by 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画.