Air Freight from China: Airport-to-Airport & DDP Delivery
Ship cargo from China by air to the USA, Canada, Mexico, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and selected European countries. Choose airport-to-airport when you have your own customs broker, or DDP door-to-door for a confirmed all-in quote and delivery to your address.
Air Freight Options from China
Two delivery models, one goal — moving your cargo efficiently by air.
Countries We Serve
Airport-to-airport and DDP air freight services from China to these destinations.
EU Europe
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden.
Shipping from China to EuropeOC Oceania
Australia and New Zealand.
Air Freight from China Prices
Air freight is calculated by chargeable weight — not just actual weight.
The final cost depends on the departure city, destination, cargo dimensions, actual weight, volumetric weight, product type, service level, customs requirements, and available airline capacity. For airport-to-airport general cargo, public market references for China-to-USA air freight are often around USD 3–8 per chargeable kg — a market reference, not a fixed Transifly rate. DDP is usually higher because it may include customs clearance, duties, taxes, and final delivery.
| Service | Route | Chargeable Weight | Reference Rate | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DDP Door-to-Door, General Cargo | China to USA | 100 kg | USD 6.5–7/kg | 2026.8.1 |
| DDP Door-to-Door, General Cargo | China to Europe | 100 kg | USD 7.5–9/kg | 2026.8.1 |
| DDP Door-to-Door, Battery-Powered Goods | China to USA / Europe | 100 kg | USD 10–13/kg | 2026.8.1 |
All rates are subject to cargo review, airline space, customs requirements, and quotation validity. Final pricing is confirmed in your quotation.
What Affects Your Air Freight Quote?
Chargeable weight
Actual weight or volumetric weight, whichever is higher.
Airports & postcode
Departure airport and destination airport or delivery postcode.
Cargo type
General cargo, battery-powered goods, oversized cargo, or other special cargo.
Service level
Airport-to-airport or DDP door-to-door service.
Surcharges
Pickup, final-mile, remote-area status, and current fuel/security/peak surcharges.
Air Freight Transit Time from China
Transit time depends on the selected service, flight schedule, cargo readiness, customs clearance, and destination.
| Service | Destination | Recent Actual Transit Time | Measurement Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airport-to-Airport | USA | 2–4 days | Cargo acceptance to airport arrival |
| DDP Door-to-Door | USA | 7–9 days | Warehouse receipt to final delivery |
| DDP Door-to-Door | Canada | 12–15 days | Warehouse receipt to final delivery |
| DDP Door-to-Door | UK & Europe | 10–12 days | Warehouse receipt to final delivery |
| DDP Door-to-Door | Australia & New Zealand | 7–9 days | Warehouse receipt to final delivery |
Actual transit time is quoted by route and destination postcode.
Peak Season Transit Time
During the peak season, airline capacity can tighten and transit time can change. Common busy periods include the months before major year-end holidays and the weeks before Chinese New Year. We recommend booking priority shipments at least 3 days before your required delivery date.
What Can You Ship by Air from China?
From general cargo to battery-powered goods — here is what we can arrange.
General Cargo
- Consumer goods, garments, accessories
- Packaging materials, machinery parts
- Samples, electronics without batteries
- Other compliant non-hazardous cargo
Battery-Powered Goods
Accepted after compliance review. Before booking, please provide:
- Product name, brand, model & photos
- Battery type, watt-hour rating & quantity
- UN38.3 test summary & MSDS
- Packaging photos & carton dimensions
- Commercial invoice & packing list
Cargo Requiring Prior Approval
- Products containing lithium batteries
- Liquids, cosmetics, aerosols, magnets, powders, chemicals
- Oversized, heavy, fragile, high-value, or temperature-sensitive cargo
- Branded goods, certified or regulated imports
Restricted or Prohibited Cargo
We cannot accept cargo prohibited by airline, export, import, safety, customs, or destination-country regulations. Please declare cargo accurately before booking — incorrect declarations may cause delays, penalties, return charges, or cargo disposal.
Our Air Freight Process
Six clear steps from your cargo details to final delivery.
Send Your Cargo Details
Product name, quantity, dimensions, actual weight, pickup location, destination address, declared value, and battery information if applicable.
Cargo & Compliance Review
We review cargo type, shipping method, documents, customs requirements, and DDP eligibility before issuing a final quotation.
Confirm Quote & Book Space
After you confirm the quotation, we arrange pickup or warehouse receiving and book cargo space based on the agreed service.
Export Handling & Departure
We complete export handling and deliver the cargo to the airline or airport terminal. You receive shipment updates at key milestones.
Destination Clearance
Airport-to-airport: the consignee or broker handles import clearance. Approved DDP: our destination-side arrangement handles clearance.
Collection or Final Delivery
The cargo is collected at the destination airport or delivered to the consignee’s address, depending on the selected service.
Why Ship with Transifly?
Airport-to-airport and DDP door-to-door options from China.
Coverage across North America, the UK, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.
Cargo review before booking, including battery-powered goods.
Clear quotation scope before shipment confirmation.
Shipment tracking and operational updates from pickup to delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does air freight from China cost? ▾
Air freight cost depends on chargeable weight, route, cargo type, service level, and current airline capacity. Airport-to-airport service is normally less expensive than DDP door-to-door because DDP can include customs clearance, duties, taxes, and final delivery. Send us your shipment details for a current quote.
What is included in DDP air freight from China? ▾
For approved DDP shipments, the confirmed quotation normally includes air freight, export handling, destination customs clearance, applicable duties and taxes, and final delivery. The exact scope is stated in the quotation before booking.
How long does air freight from China take? ▾
Transit time varies by route, cargo readiness, flight schedule, customs processing, and final delivery location. Ask us for the latest actual transit-time range for your route, service type, and destination postcode.
Can I ship products with lithium batteries by air? ▾
Possibly, but all battery-powered goods require review before booking. Please provide product details, battery specifications, UN38.3 documents, MSDS, packaging photos, and other requested compliance information.
What is the difference between airport-to-airport and DDP shipping? ▾
Airport-to-airport service ends when the cargo arrives at the destination airport; the consignee normally arranges import clearance and collection. DDP service is designed to include customs clearance, applicable taxes, and final delivery within the confirmed quotation scope.
What information do I need for an air freight quote? ▾
Please send the product name, quantity, carton dimensions, actual weight, pickup location, destination address, declared value, and whether the product contains batteries, liquids, magnets, or other special materials.
Request a Quote for Air Freight from China
Tell us what you are shipping and where it needs to go. We will recommend the suitable airport-to-airport or DDP air freight option based on your cargo, destination, budget, and delivery target.