Air Freight · Houston → China
Air Freight from Houston to China
Houston (IAH), United States to China covers 4 airport pairs; the shortest is 11,556 km great-circle distance. Typical transit is 2–6 days including handling, faster on direct or express service.
- Distance
- 11,556 km
- Transit
- 2–6 days
- Service
- Air Cargo
Lane at a glance
Route facts
Air freight is priced on chargeable weight — the greater of actual and volumetric weight — so share dimensions with your request and we reply with the best routing.
- Origin
- Houston (IAH), United States
- Destination
- China
- Distance
- from 11,556 km
- Estimated transit
- 2–6 days
- Equipment
- Consolidated · direct · express
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
How it works
From quote to delivery
- 01
Quote and booking
Send weight, dimensions and cargo type; we quote on chargeable weight and book the flight.
- 02
Pickup and export
Pickup and export clearance in United States.
- 03
Flight
Houston → China: usually 2–6 days door to airport depending on direct or consolidated service.
- 04
Import clearance
Clearance at the destination airport in China.
- 05
Delivery
Final delivery to your address.
Checklist
Documents and cost drivers
Documents to import into China
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Air waybill (AWB)
- Certificate of origin
- Import declaration under China customs rules
What drives the price on this lane
- Chargeable weight: the greater of actual weight and volumetric weight (1:6000)
- Fuel and security surcharges
- Airport handling and terminal fees
- Customs clearance at both ends
- Pickup and final delivery
- Cargo insurance
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does air freight from Houston to China take?+
Estimated transit is 2–6 days. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.
How far is Houston from China?+
The shortest pair is 11,556 km in a straight line.
How much does air freight from Houston to China cost?+
It depends on chargeable weight, the season and surcharges. Send your cargo details on WhatsApp and we reply with a written quote.
What documents do I need to import into China?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Air waybill (AWB); Certificate of origin; Import declaration under China customs rules.
From Houston to other destinations in China
Other origins in United States to China
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.