SHIPPING FROM CHINA TO AUSTRALIA
Compare ocean and air freight routes from China to Australia and request a quote tailored to your shipment.
FIND THE BEST SHIPPING ROUTES FROM CHINA TO AUSTRALIA
We help businesses export cargo from China to Australia, including electronics, machinery, chemicals, textiles, and manufactured goods, with ocean, air, and multimodal solutions tailored to each shipment.
Compare your freight routes across major port pairs and gateways, with clear visibility of schedules and rates. We give you the information you need to plan and book your shipment to Australia.
We work with carriers on the China to Australia trade lane to keep rates competitive, with our freight specialists managing the route from origin to final destination.
Reliable schedules
Regular sailings from Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, and Qingdao to Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane keep your supply chain on schedule along the China to Australia trade lane.
Multimodal solutions
Smart routing across ocean, air, and multimodal options means you can match the right mode to each shipment's urgency and budget.
Manage costs effectively
Transparent rate visibility and strong carrier partnerships help you control freight spend on the China to Australia trade lane.
COMPARE FREIGHT ROUTES
Explore ocean and air freight routes connecting major ports and gateways across the China to Australia trade lane. For additional route options, rates, and schedules tailored to your shipment, speak to our freight specialists.
AVAILABLE FREIGHT ROUTES
OCEAN FREIGHT FROM CHINA TO AUSTRALIA
| FROM | TO | TRANSIT TIME | FREQUENCY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai (CNSHA) Ningbo (CNNGB) Shenzhen (CNSZX) Qingdao (CNTAO) | Sydney (AUSYD) Melbourne (AUMEL) Brisbane (AUBNE) | 14-22 days | Regular |
AIR FREIGHT FROM CHINA TO AUSTRALIA
| FROM | TO | TRANSIT TIME | FREQUENCY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai Pudong (PVG) Beijing (PEK) Guangzhou (CAN) | Sydney (SYD) Melbourne (MEL) | 2-4 days | Regular |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long does it take to ship a container from China to Australia by sea?
Ocean freight from China to Australia typically takes between 14 and 22 days, depending on the port of origin and destination and the shipping line.
How regularly do container ships travel between China and Australia?
Multiple carriers operate regular departures on the China to Australia trade lane. From major Chinese ports including Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, and Qingdao, you can typically find sailings to Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, giving shippers consistent schedule options.
How long does it take to send cargo from China to Australia by air freight?
Air freight from China to Australia typically takes between 2 and 4 days door-to-door, inclusive of customs clearance. Services operate from Shanghai Pudong, Beijing, and Guangzhou to Sydney and Melbourne. Express services are available for time-critical cargo.
Can DP World handle customs clearance and multimodal delivery for shipments from China to Australia?
DP World's freight forwarding team can arrange customs clearance and onward delivery for shipments from China to Australia. The team handles documentation and compliance, combining ocean, air, and multimodal road and rail services to move your cargo to its final destination.
GET A QUOTE FOR YOUR SHIPMENT FROM CHINA TO AUSTRALIA
Request a quote today and our freight specialists will build the right ocean, air, or multimodal route for your cargo from China to Australia, with rates and schedules tailored to you.