Ocean Freight · Italy → China
Ocean Freight from Italy to China
16 port combinations connect Italy and China in our network. The shortest, La Spezia → Shenzhen, is 7,929 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 19–33 days port to port.
- Distance
- 7,929 nm
- Transit
- 19–33 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 Italy, and hands the cargo to import clearance and final delivery in China.
- Origin
- Italy
- Destination
- China
- Distance
- from 7,929 nm (14,685 km)
- Estimated transit
- 19–33 days
- Routing via
- Suez Canal, Strait of Malacca and Bab-el-Mandeb
- Equipment
- FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main port pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Spezia | Shenzhen | 7,929 nm | 19–29 days |
| La Spezia | Guangzhou | 7,939 nm | 19–29 days |
| Genoa | Shenzhen | 7,961 nm | 19–29 days |
| Genoa | Guangzhou | 7,972 nm | 19–29 days |
| La Spezia | Xiamen | 8,137 nm | 20–29 days |
| Genoa | Xiamen | 8,170 nm | 20–29 days |
| La Spezia | Ningbo | 8,568 nm | 21–30 days |
| Genoa | Ningbo | 8,601 nm | 21–31 days |
| La Spezia | Shanghai | 8,628 nm | 21–31 days |
| Genoa | Shanghai | 8,661 nm | 21–31 days |
| La Spezia | Qingdao | 8,951 nm | 22–32 days |
| Genoa | Qingdao | 8,984 nm | 22–32 days |
| La Spezia | Dalian | 9,094 nm | 22–32 days |
| Genoa | Dalian | 9,127 nm | 22–32 days |
| La Spezia | Tianjin | 9,241 nm | 23–33 days |
| Genoa | Tianjin | 9,274 nm | 23–33 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 Italy.
- 02
Pickup and export clearance
We coordinate container release, pickup and export customs in Italy.
- 03
Ocean transit
Sailing Italy → China: about 19–33 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 Italy to China take?+
Estimated transit is 19–33 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 Italy from China?+
The shortest pair is 7,929 nm (14,685 km) by sea via the Suez Canal, Strait of Malacca and Bab-el-Mandeb.
How much does ocean freight from Italy 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 Italy to other destinations in China
Other origins in Italy to China
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.