Ocean Freight · China → Spain
Ocean Freight from China to Spain
24 port combinations connect China and Spain in our network. The shortest, Shenzhen → Barcelona, is 8,113 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 20–34 days port to port.
- Distance
- 8,113 nm
- Transit
- 20–34 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 Spain.
- Origin
- China
- Destination
- Spain
- Distance
- from 8,113 nm (15,025 km)
- Estimated transit
- 20–34 days
- Routing via
- Suez Canal, Strait of Malacca, Bab-el-Mandeb and Strait of Gibraltar
- Equipment
- FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main port pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shenzhen | Barcelona | 8,113 nm | 20–29 days |
| Guangzhou | Barcelona | 8,124 nm | 20–29 days |
| Shenzhen | Valencia | 8,190 nm | 20–29 days |
| Guangzhou | Valencia | 8,201 nm | 20–29 days |
| Xiamen | Barcelona | 8,321 nm | 20–30 days |
| Xiamen | Valencia | 8,398 nm | 20–30 days |
| Shenzhen | Algeciras | 8,447 nm | 21–30 days |
| Guangzhou | Algeciras | 8,458 nm | 21–30 days |
| Xiamen | Algeciras | 8,655 nm | 21–31 days |
| Ningbo | Barcelona | 8,753 nm | 21–31 days |
| Shanghai | Barcelona | 8,813 nm | 21–31 days |
| Ningbo | Valencia | 8,829 nm | 22–31 days |
| Shanghai | Valencia | 8,889 nm | 22–31 days |
| Ningbo | Algeciras | 9,087 nm | 22–32 days |
| Qingdao | Barcelona | 9,135 nm | 22–32 days |
| Shanghai | Algeciras | 9,147 nm | 22–32 days |
| Qingdao | Valencia | 9,212 nm | 22–32 days |
| Dalian | Barcelona | 9,279 nm | 23–33 days |
| Dalian | Valencia | 9,355 nm | 23–33 days |
| Tianjin | Barcelona | 9,426 nm | 23–33 days |
| Qingdao | Algeciras | 9,469 nm | 23–33 days |
| Tianjin | Valencia | 9,503 nm | 23–33 days |
| Dalian | Algeciras | 9,613 nm | 23–34 days |
| Tianjin | Algeciras | 9,760 nm | 24–34 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 → Spain: about 20–34 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Spain, 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 Spain
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- EORI number of the importer
- ICS2 entry summary declaration (ENS)
- Import customs declaration in the EU member state
- Proof of origin under the EU–Mexico agreement 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 Spain take?+
Estimated transit is 20–34 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 Spain?+
The shortest pair is 8,113 nm (15,025 km) by sea via the Suez Canal, Strait of Malacca, Bab-el-Mandeb and Strait of Gibraltar.
How much does ocean freight from China to Spain 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 Spain?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); EORI number of the importer; ICS2 entry summary declaration (ENS).
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