Distance from Shenzhen to Major Cities?
About Shenzhen: Location & Geography
Shenzhen
China · Asia
China's Silicon ValleyInnovation CitySpecial Economic Zone
Population 17,494,398
Coordinates 22.5455°N,
114.0683°E
Timezone Asia/Shanghai
UTC+8
UTC+8
Elevation 4 m (13 ft)
Country China
Continent Asia
Main Airports SZX
Distance from Shenzhen to Major Cities
Calculate Distance from Shenzhen →| City | Distance | Miles | Direction | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 London | 9,596 km | 5,963 mi | NW | |
 Paris | 9,601 km | 5,966 mi | NW | |
 Dubai | 5,937 km | 3,689 mi | W | |
| Shanghai | 1,211 km | 752 mi | NE | |
 Tokyo | 2,873 km | 1,785 mi | NE | |
 New York City | 12,932 km | 8,036 mi | N | |
| Regional Cities | ||||
 Hong Kong | 32 km | 20 mi | S | |
 Singapore | 2,609 km | 1,621 mi | SW | |
 Taipei | 808 km | 502 mi | E | |
 Bangkok | 1,733 km | 1,077 mi | SW | |
 Seoul | 2,077 km | 1,291 mi | NE | |
 Jakarta | 3,293 km | 2,046 mi | S | |
Closest Cities Near Shenzhen by Radius
Find Cities Within Radius →Within 100 km
| Hong Kong | 32 km | S |
| Dongguan | 62 km | NW |
| Zhongshan | 71 km | W |
| Zhuhai | 59 km | SW |
| Huizhou | 72 km | NE |
Within 300 km
| Guangzhou | 105 km | NW |
| Foshan | 110 km | NW |
| Jiangmen | 101 km | W |
| Qingyuan | 166 km | NW |
| Zhaoqing | 174 km | W |
Within 800 km
| Ganzhou | 377 km | N |
| Maoming | 339 km | W |
| Xiamen | 462 km | NE |
| Hezhou | 328 km | NW |
| Wuzhou | 303 km | W |
| Zhanjiang | 407 km | W |
| Haikou | 476 km | SW |
| Chenzhou | 377 km | N |
| Yulin | 403 km | W |
| Longyan | 411 km | NE |
Within 60 miles
| Hong Kong | 20 mi | S |
| Dongguan | 38 mi | NW |
| Zhongshan | 44 mi | W |
| Zhuhai | 37 mi | SW |
| Huizhou | 45 mi | NE |
Within 200 miles
| Guangzhou | 65 mi | NW |
| Foshan | 68 mi | NW |
| Jiangmen | 63 mi | W |
| Qingyuan | 103 mi | NW |
| Zhaoqing | 108 mi | W |
Within 500 miles
| Ganzhou | 234 mi | N |
| Maoming | 211 mi | W |
| Xiamen | 287 mi | NE |
| Hezhou | 204 mi | NW |
| Zhanjiang | 253 mi | W |
| Haikou | 296 mi | SW |
| Chenzhou | 234 mi | N |
| Yulin | 250 mi | W |
| Longyan | 256 mi | NE |
| Guilin | 304 mi | NW |
Average Flight Times from Shenzhen
| Destination | Flight Time | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | ~11h 40min | 9,596 km | NW |
| Paris | ~11h 40min | 9,601 km | NW |
| Dubai | ~7h 36min | 5,937 km | W |
| Shanghai | ~2h 21min | 1,211 km | NE |
| Tokyo | ~4h 12min | 2,873 km | NE |
| New York City | ~15h 22min | 12,932 km | N |
* Estimated based on great-circle distance at 900 km/h cruising speed. Actual times vary by airline, winds, and routing.
Shenzhen Location & Key Facts
Shenzhen is a major high-tech metropolis in southern China immediately north of Hong Kong. Within a few decades it transformed from a small border settlement into one of the world's fastest-growing large cities after being designated as China's first Special Economic Zone. It is now a global center for electronics manufacturing, hardware supply chains, software, fintech, and industrial innovation.
- ✓One of the world's leading centers for electronics design and manufacturing, with unmatched hardware supply-chain depth
- ✓Home to major Chinese technology and telecom companies including Tencent, Huawei, DJI, and BYD in the broader region
- ✓Its rise is one of the most dramatic examples of urban growth and economic transformation in modern history
- ✓Closely linked to Hong Kong through cross-border finance, logistics, ports, and high-speed transport
- ✓Known for a young, migrant-driven population and a business environment strongly associated with experimentation and entrepreneurship
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Shenzhen from the North Pole?
Shenzhen is approximately 7,501 km (4,661 miles) from the North Pole (geographic north, 90°N). The straight-line great-circle distance places Shenzhen at 67.5° from the polar region.
How far is Shenzhen from the South Pole?
The distance from Shenzhen to the South Pole (90°S, Antarctica) is approximately 12,514 km (7,776 miles).
How far is Shenzhen from the equator?
Shenzhen lies at 22.5455° north latitude, approximately 2,510 km (1,560 miles) from the equator.
How far is Shenzhen from Rome?
The great-circle distance from Shenzhen to Rome, Italy is approximately 9,252 km (5,749 miles). Rome is located at 41.89°N, 12.51°E in central Italy.
How long is the flight from Shenzhen to Hong Kong?
The estimated flight time from Shenzhen to Hong Kong is approximately 1h 2min. This is based on great-circle distance and a typical cruising speed of 900 km/h. Actual flight times vary depending on airline, routing, and wind conditions.
How many cities are within 200 km of Shenzhen?
There are 207 cities within 200 km of Shenzhen in our dataset of 600+ major global cities, including Guangzhou, Dongguan, Foshan.