Shenzhen to Lakeland flights
Lakeland lies 14,133 km (8,782 mi) north of Shenzhen, -12 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 18 h 52 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 | Lakeland | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | United States |
| Population | 17.5 million | 104,401 |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) | 63 m (207 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Nearest large airport | SZX, 29 km out | TPA, 58 km out |
| Postal codes | 518000 | 33801–33815 |
Clocks in Lakeland are 12 h behind Shenzhen right now, so a 18 h 52 min journey lands only 6 h 52 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Lakeland
Crossing from China into United States: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Dollar (USD); sockets are NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
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 Lakeland
Lakeland is served by 5 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Tampa International Airport (TPA), 58 km (36 mi) from the centre, whose 11,002-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport (PIE, 74 km), Orlando International Airport (MCO, 76 km), Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ, 93 km), Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL, 9 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa International Airport | TPA | 58 km (36 mi) | 11,002 ft | 26 ft |
| St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport | PIE | 74 km (46 mi) | 9,730 ft | 11 ft |
| Orlando International Airport | MCO | 76 km (47 mi) | 12,005 ft | 96 ft |
| Sarasota Bradenton International Airport | SRQ | 93 km (58 mi) | 9,500 ft | 30 ft |
| Lakeland Linder International Airport (regional) | LAL | 9 km (6 mi) | 8,500 ft | 142 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Lakeland from Shenzhen?
14,133 km (8,782 mi) in a straight line, north of Shenzhen.
How long does it take to get from Shenzhen to Lakeland by air?
About 18 h 52 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 Lakeland?
Lakeland is 12 h behind at the moment (America/New_York against Asia/Shanghai).
Which airports are used for Shenzhen to Lakeland flights?
Typically Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Tampa International Airport (TPA); Lakeland also has PIE, MCO, SRQ, LAL.
What currency do I need in Lakeland?
The Dollar (USD).
Where these facts come from
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- 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.