Air Freight from China
Fast, reliable air cargo for urgent & high-value shipments from China.
Air freight from China is the fastest way to move goods internationally — typically 3–7 days to most major airports worldwide. NorthLine books consolidated and direct air cargo from Shenzhen, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Beijing and other Chinese gateways to destinations across North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific, with optional pickup, customs clearance and delivery.
What air freight covers
Air cargo is best for time-critical, high-value or low-volume shipments — samples, electronics, spare parts, fashion lines and e-commerce replenishments. We consolidate smaller shipments into shared space to keep costs down, and we can book dedicated belly or freighter capacity for larger loads.
Every shipment is matched to the right product category: general cargo, lithium batteries (DG), perishable goods and oversized pieces each follow a specific handling route. Our team confirms the commodity type and any permits before booking.
How the air freight process works
- Share your cargo details (origin city in China, destination airport, weight, dimensions, commodity).
- We quote a chargeable weight, routing and transit window, and arrange supplier pickup if needed.
- Goods are checked in at the Chinese gateway airport; export clearance is completed.
- Cargo flies to the destination airport; we handle import clearance and final delivery to your door or airport.
Transit times & rate factors
Transit depends on routing (direct vs. transshipment), airline schedule and clearance speed. Use the ranges below as planning estimates — your quote reflects live routing.
| Destination region | Direct service | Transshipment | Chargeable weight basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| North America (US/CA) | 3–5 days | 5–7 days | 1:167 (1 CBM = 167 kg) |
| Europe (EU/UK) | 4–6 days | 6–8 days | 1:167 |
| Middle East (GCC) | 3–5 days | 5–7 days | 1:167 |
| Asia-Pacific (AU/JP/SEA) | 2–4 days | 4–6 days | 1:167 |
| Africa / South America | 5–9 days | 7–12 days | 1:167 |
Documents you need
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Air waybill (AWB) issued by the carrier or forwarder
- HS code and country-of-origin statement
- Dangerous goods declaration for batteries / restricted items
- Import license or certificate where the destination requires it
Why ship air freight with us
We give you one contact for pickup, clearance and delivery, transparent chargeable-weight math, and proactive flight and clearance updates. If you are unsure whether air or sea is cheaper for your weight and deadline, our team compares both in the same quote.
Frequently asked questions
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Get a Air Freight quote
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