Ocean Freight · China → Buenos Aires
Ocean Freight from China to Buenos Aires
8 port combinations connect China and Buenos Aires in our network. The shortest, Shenzhen → Buenos Aires, is 10,561 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 26–40 days port to port.
- Distance
- 10,561 nm
- Transit
- 26–40 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 China, and hands the cargo to import clearance and final delivery in Argentina.
- Origin
- China
- Destination
- Buenos Aires (ARBUE), Argentina
- Distance
- from 10,561 nm (19,559 km)
- Estimated transit
- 26–40 days
- Routing via
- Cape of Good Hope and Sunda Strait
- Equipment
- FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main port pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shenzhen | Buenos Aires | 10,561 nm | 26–37 days |
| Guangzhou | Buenos Aires | 10,571 nm | 26–37 days |
| Xiamen | Buenos Aires | 10,754 nm | 26–37 days |
| Ningbo | Buenos Aires | 11,185 nm | 27–38 days |
| Shanghai | Buenos Aires | 11,245 nm | 27–39 days |
| Qingdao | Buenos Aires | 11,568 nm | 28–40 days |
| Dalian | Buenos Aires | 11,711 nm | 28–40 days |
| Tianjin | Buenos Aires | 11,859 nm | 29–40 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 China.
- 02
Pickup and export clearance
We coordinate container release, pickup and export customs in China.
- 03
Ocean transit
Sailing China → Buenos Aires: about 26–40 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Argentina, 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 Argentina
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- Certificate of origin
- Import declaration under Argentina 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 China to Buenos Aires take?+
Estimated transit is 26–40 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 China from Buenos Aires?+
The shortest pair is 10,561 nm (19,559 km) by sea via the Cape of Good Hope and Sunda Strait.
How much does ocean freight from China to Buenos Aires 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 Argentina?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); Certificate of origin; Import declaration under Argentina customs rules.
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.