Flying from Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Singapore. Check out your options leaving from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP) when planning your flight from Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX).
The average time for a direct Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight is 4 hours 20 minutes.
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is located in Shenzhen. The city's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Singapore.
The busiest route is from Changi International Airport (SIN) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX), with 32 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from SIN to SZX is the 1:55am Shenzhen Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 8:55pm with Singapore Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Singapore to SZX. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Go straight to your destination from Changi International Airport (SIN). Nonstop flights from Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are available from here.
At SIN, you'll find a good selection of carriers offering direct flights from Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, such as:
The airline with the highest booking numbers between SIN and SZX is Shenzhen Airlines.
China Southern Airlines is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Singapore to SZX departing from Changi International Airport (SIN), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
SIN is around 21 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Changi International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the departures from Changi International Airport, 68.95% touch down on time at their destination.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
On public transport, you can travel from central Singapore to XSP in around 1 hour 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Seletar Airport the day before your Singapore to SZX flight:
About Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
If you have a late flight from Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near SZX:
SZX is located at Airport 9th Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
R 2,013 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. Return flights start from R 3,423. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap flights from Singapore to SZX, book your ticket 11 months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for April. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Shenzhen. July is when most people book flights from Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Singapore to SZX plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Shenzhen to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Shenzhen
Start your Shenzhen trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Singapore to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Huangshan Mountain and The Great Wall are a couple of major attractions to put on your Shenzhen itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Mogao Grottoes.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Shenzhen. Around 80 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include 珠江夜景, Yuyuan Garden and Shamian Island.
If there's time to check out another major stop in China, head for Shantou, roughly 306 kilometres east of Shenzhen. Shantou Old Town, Beishan Bay and Longhu Beach Tourist Resort are key reasons to visit.