SHIPPING FROM CHINA TO SOUTH AFRICA
Compare ocean and air freight routes on the China to South Africa trade lane and request a quote tailored to your shipment.
FIND THE BEST SHIPPING ROUTES FROM CHINA TO SOUTH AFRICA
We help businesses export cargo from China to South Africa, including electronics, machinery, textiles, manufactured goods and consumer products, 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 South Africa.
We work with a strong network of carriers on the China to South Africa trade corridor to keep rates competitive, with our freight specialists managing the trade lane from origin to final destination.
Reliable schedules
Frequent sailings from major Chinese ports to Durban and Cape Town keep your supply chain moving to plan along the China to South Africa 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 South Africa trade corridor.
COMPARE FREIGHT ROUTES
Explore ocean and air freight routes across major port pairs and gateways on the China to South Africa trade lane. The routes featured represent some of the most common shipping options on this corridor. For additional route options, rates, and schedules tailored to your shipment, speak to our team or request a quote from our freight specialists.
AVAILABLE FREIGHT ROUTES
Ocean Freight from China to South Africa
| FROM | TO | TRANSIT TIME | FREQUENCY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai (CNSHA), Ningbo (CNNGB), Shenzhen (CNSZX), | Durban (ZADUR), Cape Town (ZACPT) | 22-35 days | Weekly |
Air Freight from China to South Africa
| FROM | TO | TRANSIT TIME | FREQUENCY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai Pudong (PVG), Beijing (PEK), | Johannesburg (JNB) | 2-5 days | Multiple flights per week |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long does it take to ship a container from China to South Africa by sea?
Ocean freight from China to South Africa typically takes between 22 and 35 days, depending on the port of origin and destination and the shipping line. Services from Shanghai or Ningbo to Durban are the most commonly used routing on this trade lane, with some services routing via transshipment hubs.
How regularly do container ships travel between China and South Africa?
Multiple carriers serve the China–South Africa trade lane with regular departures. From major Chinese ports including Shanghai, Ningbo, and Shenzhen, you can find weekly sailings to Durban and Cape Town, providing reliable schedule options for cargo on this long-haul Africa–Asia corridor.
How long does it take to send cargo from China to South Africa by air freight?
Air freight from China to South Africa typically takes between 2 and 5 days door-to-door, inclusive of customs clearance. Services from Shanghai and Beijing connect to Johannesburg via various hub airports. Ethiopian Airlines, China Southern, and other carriers provide regular capacity on this corridor.
Can DP World handle customs clearance and multimodal delivery for imports from China to South Africa?
As a freight forwarder and customs broker, DP World manages the full China to South Africa trade lane, combining ocean freight, air freight and multimodal road and rail solutions with customs clearance on arrival in South Africa. Our specialists handle documentation, duties and compliance, then arrange onward delivery to your final destination, so your import moves smoothly from origin to door.
GET A QUOTE FOR YOUR CHINA TO SOUTH AFRICA SHIPMENT
Request a quote today and our freight specialists will build the right ocean, air or multimodal route around your cargo, with rates and schedules tailored to you.