Shipping from China to Germany
Air freight from China to Germany typically takes 3–6 days airport-to-airport; express courier for smaller shipments typically 2–4 days. Every shipment gets the same document pre-check, and every quote is confirmed by a person.
Transit times
Main gateways
Air gateways: Frankfurt (FRA), Leipzig (LEJ), Munich (MUC)
Common cargo
- Industrial parts and machinery components
- Consumer electronics
- E-commerce replenishment
- Automotive accessories
Customs notes
- An EORI number is required for customs clearance in Germany and the EU — your company needs one before the first import.
- German import VAT applies to most goods; your customs broker or our door-to-door partners can explain deferment options.
- CE marking and product-compliance rules apply to many categories — documents are checked before cargo moves, not after arrival.
Common questions
How much does air freight from China cost?
Air freight is priced on chargeable weight — the greater of actual weight and volumetric weight — plus fuel, security, and handling surcharges. Rates change with route, season, and cargo type, so an accurate price needs your origin, destination, weight, dimensions, and cargo description.
What documents do I need to ship goods from China?
Every shipment needs a commercial invoice and a packing list with correct HS codes. Cargo containing batteries, liquids, or magnetic materials may also need test reports or transport certificates, and wood packaging may need fumigation marks. We pre-check your documents before cargo moves.
Should I choose air freight or sea freight from China?
Choose air when cargo is urgent, high-value, or under roughly 500 kg — transit is measured in days. Sea suits large volumes when timelines allow — transit is measured in weeks, at a fraction of the cost per kilo. We focus on air freight and express courier — and if sea genuinely fits your shipment better, we will tell you honestly at quote stage.
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