
International hub · Shenzhen, China
Shenzhen Bao'an International
- Elevation
- 13 ft
- Coordinates
- 22°38′N 113°48′E
- Local time
- Asia/Shanghai
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Field information
ZGSZ runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Shenzhen Bao'an International (ZGSZ/SZX) has 3 runways; the longest, 16L/34R, is 12,467 ft (3,800 m) of concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3): plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at ZGSZ, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Country
China
CN
Municipality
Shenzhen
Elevation
13 ft
Position
22.6395, 113.8033
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Slots
Slot coordinated (IATA Level 3)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · ZGSZ
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16L/34R | 12,467 ft (3,800 m) | 197 ft | concrete | Lighted |
| 16R/34L | 11,811 ft (3,600 m) | 148 ft | concrete | — |
| 15/33 | 11,155 ft (3,400 m) | 148 ft | concrete | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at ZGSZ.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Shenzhen Bao'an International (ZGSZ / SZX) in Shenzhen, China, through one 24/7 OCC desk. ZGSZ is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at ZGSZ
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – China
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of China. Applicable permit lead times for China are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for China are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at ZGSZ
Direct FBO and handler coordination at ZGSZ covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at ZGSZ
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at ZGSZ is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to ZGSZ
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for ZGSZ: 22° 38′ 22″ N 113° 48′ 12″ E; elevation 13 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Shenzhen
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Shenzhen. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at ZGSZ.
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Cargo Operations at ZGSZ
Support for freighter operations into ZGSZ covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where ZGSZ sits in the network
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Operating into ZGSZ?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Shenzhen Bao'an International — one desk for the whole trip.