Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): what you need to know
Shenzhen is 15 hours ahead of Seattle and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SEA to SZX flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SEA and SZX include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Incheon International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight is P29,775. A return plane ticket right now is P56,092. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SEA to SZX if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SEA to SZX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination on time.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SEA:
Arriving at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Reserve a hotel close to SZX if you have a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go beyond Shenzhen and explore places outside the usual tourist stops with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Book your ride from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport several weeks before your departure date to lock in the best possible deal. If you're going away during peak season, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen
You'll find SZX at Airport 9th Rd.
From Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, Shenzhen is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Shenzhen in April.
Lock in your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport for August if you want to go to Shenzhen during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SEA to SZX in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Shenzhen is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. About 105 kilometres north-west of Shenzhen, a trip to Guangzhou will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Canton Tower, Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall.
Around 64 kilometres north-west of Shenzhen, Dongguan is another favourite stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画.
