Shipping Time
Shipping Time from China — Typical Transit by Mode
Transit varies by mode, routing and clearance. The ranges below are planning estimates — your quote reflects live schedules and capacity.
Transit at a glance
| Mode | Typical transit | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Air freight | 3–7 days | Urgent / high-value |
| Sea FCL (Asia/Pacific) | 14–24 days | Volume, nearby lanes |
| Sea FCL (US East / EU / SA) | 28–45 days | Bulk, cost-first |
| Sea LCL | +4–8 days vs FCL | Shared container |
| China–Europe rail | 16–22 days | Mid-volume to EU |
| DDP / Door-to-door | mode + clearance | Predictable delivery |
What affects delivery time
- Routing — direct flights/sailings beat transshipment.
- Clearance — accurate documents avoid holds and exams.
- Inland legs — final trucking can add days, especially landlocked cities.
- Season — holidays and peak season slow handling.
- Port congestion — major gateways can queue during peaks.
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