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Ocean Freight · Tianjin → Australia

Ocean Freight from Tianjin to Australia

2 port combinations connect Tianjin and Australia in our network. The shortest, Tianjin → Sydney, is 5,190 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 13–22 days port to port.

Distance
5,190 nm
Transit
13–22 days
Service
FCL & LCL
5,190 nm
Shortest pair
13–22 days
Estimated transit
FCL & LCL
Service
WhatsApp
Written quote, same business day

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 Australia.

Origin
Tianjin (CNTSN), China
Destination
Australia
Distance
from 5,190 nm (9,612 km)
Estimated transit
13–22 days
Equipment
FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
Incoterms
EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP

Network

Main port pairs

OriginDestinationDistanceTransit
TianjinSydney5,190 nm13–20 days
TianjinMelbourne5,746 nm14–22 days

How it works

From quote to delivery

  1. 01

    Quote and booking

    Send cargo details on WhatsApp; we confirm the rate and book vessel space from Tianjin.

  2. 02

    Pickup and export clearance

    We coordinate container release, pickup and export customs in China.

  3. 03

    Ocean transit

    Sailing Tianjin → Australia: about 13–22 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.

  4. 04

    Import clearance

    Customs clearance in Australia, coordinated with our customs broker partners.

  5. 05

    Final delivery

    Drayage from the terminal to your warehouse, with proof of delivery.

Checklist

Documents and cost drivers

Documents to import into Australia

  • Commercial invoice
  • Packing list
  • Bill of lading (B/L)
  • Certificate of origin
  • Import declaration under Australia 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 Tianjin to Australia take?+

Estimated transit is 13–22 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 Tianjin from Australia?+

The shortest pair is 5,190 nm (9,612 km) by sea.

How much does ocean freight from Tianjin to Australia 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 Australia?+

Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); Certificate of origin; Import declaration under Australia customs rules.

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Ready to move your cargo?

Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.

Get a quote on WhatsApp