Air Freight · United States → China
Air Freight from United States to China
United States to China covers 24 airport pairs; the shortest is 9,494 km great-circle distance. Typical transit is 2–6 days including handling, faster on direct or express service.
- Distance
- 9,494 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
- United States
- Destination
- China
- Distance
- from 9,494 km
- Estimated transit
- 2–6 days
- Equipment
- Consolidated · direct · express
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main airport pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | Beijing | 9,494 km | 2–6 days |
| San Francisco | Shanghai (Pudong) | 9,877 km | 2–6 days |
| Los Angeles | Beijing | 10,038 km | 2–6 days |
| Los Angeles | Shanghai (Pudong) | 10,415 km | 2–6 days |
| Chicago | Beijing | 10,563 km | 2–6 days |
| New York (JFK) | Beijing | 10,978 km | 2–6 days |
| San Francisco | Guangzhou | 11,080 km | 2–6 days |
| San Francisco | Shenzhen | 11,108 km | 2–6 days |
| Dallas / Fort Worth | Beijing | 11,195 km | 2–6 days |
| Memphis | Beijing | 11,230 km | 2–6 days |
| Chicago | Shanghai (Pudong) | 11,335 km | 2–6 days |
| Atlanta | Beijing | 11,538 km | 2–6 days |
| Houston | Beijing | 11,556 km | 2–6 days |
| Los Angeles | Guangzhou | 11,619 km | 2–6 days |
| Laredo | Beijing | 11,623 km | 2–6 days |
| Los Angeles | Shenzhen | 11,645 km | 2–6 days |
| Dallas / Fort Worth | Shanghai (Pudong) | 11,807 km | 2–6 days |
| New York (JFK) | Shanghai (Pudong) | 11,874 km | 2–6 days |
| Memphis | Shanghai (Pudong) | 11,940 km | 2–6 days |
| Laredo | Shanghai (Pudong) | 12,159 km | 2–6 days |
| Houston | Shanghai (Pudong) | 12,166 km | 2–6 days |
| Atlanta | Shanghai (Pudong) | 12,304 km | 2–6 days |
| Chicago | Guangzhou | 12,427 km | 2–6 days |
| Miami | Beijing | 12,485 km | 2–6 days |
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
United States → 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 United States 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 United States from China?+
The shortest pair is 9,494 km in a straight line.
How much does air freight from United States 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 United States 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.