Ocean Freight · Australia → China
Ocean Freight from Australia to China
16 port combinations connect Australia and China in our network. The shortest, Sydney → Shenzhen, is 4,504 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 11–22 days port to port.
- Distance
- 4,504 nm
- Transit
- 11–22 days
- Service
- FCL & LCL
Lane at a glance
Route facts
GoForwarder books full-container (FCL) and consolidated (LCL) space on this lane, coordinates pickup and export in Australia, and hands the cargo to import clearance and final delivery in China.
- Origin
- Australia
- Destination
- China
- Distance
- from 4,504 nm (8,341 km)
- Estimated transit
- 11–22 days
- Equipment
- FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main port pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | Shenzhen | 4,504 nm | 11–18 days |
| Sydney | Xiamen | 4,504 nm | 11–18 days |
| Sydney | Guangzhou | 4,515 nm | 11–18 days |
| Sydney | Ningbo | 4,601 nm | 11–18 days |
| Sydney | Shanghai | 4,609 nm | 11–18 days |
| Sydney | Qingdao | 4,899 nm | 12–19 days |
| Sydney | Dalian | 5,042 nm | 13–20 days |
| Melbourne | Shenzhen | 5,061 nm | 13–20 days |
| Melbourne | Xiamen | 5,061 nm | 13–20 days |
| Melbourne | Guangzhou | 5,071 nm | 13–20 days |
| Melbourne | Ningbo | 5,157 nm | 13–20 days |
| Melbourne | Shanghai | 5,166 nm | 13–20 days |
| Sydney | Tianjin | 5,190 nm | 13–20 days |
| Melbourne | Qingdao | 5,456 nm | 13–21 days |
| Melbourne | Dalian | 5,599 nm | 14–21 days |
| Melbourne | Tianjin | 5,746 nm | 14–22 days |
How it works
From quote to delivery
- 01
Quote and booking
Send cargo details on WhatsApp; we confirm the rate and book vessel space from Australia.
- 02
Pickup and export clearance
We coordinate container release, pickup and export customs in Australia.
- 03
Ocean transit
Sailing Australia → China: about 11–22 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in China, coordinated with our customs broker partners.
- 05
Final delivery
Drayage from the terminal to your warehouse, with proof of delivery.
Checklist
Documents and cost drivers
Documents to import into China
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- Certificate of origin
- Import declaration under China customs rules
What drives the price on this lane
- Base ocean freight (per container for FCL, per CBM for LCL)
- Bunker / fuel surcharges (BAF) and peak-season surcharges
- Terminal handling at origin and destination (THC)
- Documentation and B/L fees
- Customs clearance at both ends
- Drayage from the port to the final address
- Cargo insurance
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does ocean freight from Australia to China take?+
Estimated transit is 11–22 days port to port. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.
How far is Australia from China?+
The shortest pair is 4,504 nm (8,341 km) by sea.
How much does ocean freight from Australia to China cost?+
It depends on container size or volume (CBM), the season and surcharges. Send your cargo details on WhatsApp and we reply with a written quote.
FCL or LCL — which one do I need?+
Below roughly 15 m³, consolidated LCL is usually cheaper. Above that, a 20-foot container starts to pay off; a 40-foot container fits about 67 m³.
What documents do I need to import into China?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); Certificate of origin; Import declaration under China customs rules.
From Australia to other destinations in China
Other origins in Australia to China
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.