Ocean Freight · China → Canada
Ocean Freight from China to Canada
16 port combinations connect China and Canada in our network. The shortest, Shanghai → Vancouver, is 5,152 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 13–41 days port to port.
- Distance
- 5,152 nm
- Transit
- 13–41 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 Canada.
- Origin
- China
- Destination
- Canada
- Distance
- from 5,152 nm (9,542 km)
- Estimated transit
- 13–41 days
- Routing via
- Suez Canal, Strait of Malacca, Strait of Gibraltar, Bab-el-Mandeb and Panama Canal
- Equipment
- FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main port pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai | Vancouver | 5,152 nm | 13–20 days |
| Qingdao | Vancouver | 5,177 nm | 13–20 days |
| Ningbo | Vancouver | 5,222 nm | 13–20 days |
| Dalian | Vancouver | 5,240 nm | 13–20 days |
| Tianjin | Vancouver | 5,388 nm | 13–21 days |
| Xiamen | Vancouver | 5,587 nm | 14–21 days |
| Shenzhen | Vancouver | 5,917 nm | 15–22 days |
| Guangzhou | Vancouver | 5,928 nm | 15–22 days |
| Shenzhen | Montreal | 11,729 nm | 28–40 days |
| Guangzhou | Montreal | 11,739 nm | 28–40 days |
| Xiamen | Montreal | 11,937 nm | 29–41 days |
| Shanghai | Montreal | 11,974 nm | 29–41 days |
| Qingdao | Montreal | 11,999 nm | 29–41 days |
| Ningbo | Montreal | 12,044 nm | 29–41 days |
| Dalian | Montreal | 12,063 nm | 29–41 days |
| Tianjin | Montreal | 12,210 nm | 30–41 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 → Canada: about 13–41 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Canada, 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 Canada
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- Customs declaration through a Canadian customs broker (CARM)
- CUSMA certification of origin when applicable
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 Canada take?+
Estimated transit is 13–41 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 Canada?+
The shortest pair is 5,152 nm (9,542 km) by sea via the Suez Canal, Strait of Malacca, Strait of Gibraltar, Bab-el-Mandeb and Panama Canal.
How much does ocean freight from China to Canada 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 Canada?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); Customs declaration through a Canadian customs broker (CARM); CUSMA certification of origin when applicable.
From China to other destinations in Canada
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