Shenzhen to Mata-Utu flights
Mata-Utu lies 8,575 km (5,328 mi) east of Shenzhen, +4 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 11 h 45 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Shenzhen | Mata-Utu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Wallis and Futuna |
| Population | 17.5 million | 1,200 |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+12 (Pacific/Wallis) |
| Nearest large airport | SZX, 29 km out | WLS, 5 km out |
Clocks in Mata-Utu are 4 h ahead of Shenzhen right now, so a 11 h 45 min journey lands 15 h 45 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Mata-Utu
Crossing from China into Wallis and Futuna: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Franc (XPF); the dialling code becomes +681.
Airports at each end
Leaving Shenzhen
Shenzhen is served by 5 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX), 29 km (18 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Hong Kong International Airport (HKG, 30 km), Macau International Airport (MFM, 66 km), Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (ZUH, 93 km), Huizhou Pingtan Airport (HUZ, 78 km).
Arriving in Mata-Utu
Mata-Utu is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Hihifo Airport (WLS), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,890 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hihifo Airport | WLS | 5 km (3 mi) | 6,890 ft | 79 ft |
One end has no runway over 10,000 ft, so at 8,575 km (5,328 mi) this pair is unlikely to be flown nonstop by a wide-body; expect a connection.
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Common questions
How far is Mata-Utu from Shenzhen?
8,575 km (5,328 mi) in a straight line, east of Shenzhen.
How long does it take to get from Shenzhen to Mata-Utu by air?
About 11 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Shenzhen and Mata-Utu?
Mata-Utu is 4 h ahead at the moment (Pacific/Wallis against Asia/Shanghai).
Which airports are used for Shenzhen to Mata-Utu flights?
Typically Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Hihifo Airport (WLS).
What currency do I need in Mata-Utu?
The Franc (XPF).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.