SHIPPING FROM CHINA TO THE UNITED STATES
Compare ocean and air freight routes on the China to United States trade lane and request a quote tailored to your shipment.
FIND THE BEST SHIPPING ROUTES FROM CHINA TO THE UNITED STATES
We help businesses export cargo from China to the United States, 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 the United States.
We work with a strong network of carriers on the China to United States trade corridor to keep rates competitive, with our freight specialists managing the trade lane from origin to final destination.
Reliable transit schedules
Frequent sailings from major Chinese ports to Los Angeles, Seattle, and New York keep your supply chain moving to plan along the China to United States 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 United States trade corridor.
COMPARE FREIGHT ROUTES
Explore ocean and air freight routes connecting major ports and gateways across the China to United States trade lane. The routes featured represent some of the most commonly used shipping options on this corridor. For additional route options, transit times, and rates tailored to your shipment, speak to the DP World team or request a quote from our freight specialists.
AVAILABLE FREIGHT ROUTES
OCEAN FREIGHT FROM CHINA TO THE US
| FROM | TO | TRANSIT TIME | FREQUENCY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai (CNSHA) Ningbo (CNNGB) Shenzhen (CNSZX) Qingdao (CNTAO) | Los Angeles (USLAX) Seattle (USSEA) New York (USNYC) | 14-40 days | Weekly |
AIR FREIGHT FROM CHINA TO THE US
| FROM | TO | TRANSIT TIME | FREQUENCY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai Pudong (PVG) Beijing (PEK) Guangzhou (CAN) | Los Angeles (LAX) Chicago (ORD) | 3–5 days | Daily |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long does it take to ship a container from China to the United States by sea?
Ocean freight from China to the United States typically takes between 14 to 40 days, depending on the port of origin and destination and the shipping line. Trans-Pacific services from Shanghai or Ningbo to Los Angeles or Seattle on the West Coast are among the fastest, while East Coast services to New York involve routing via the Panama Canal and take longer.
How regularly do container ships travel between China and the United States?
Multiple carriers operate weekly Trans-Pacific departures on the China-United States trade lane, the world's largest bilateral container shipping corridor. From major Chinese ports including Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, and Qingdao, you can find weekly sailings to Los Angeles, Seattle, and New York.
How long does it take to send cargo from China to the United States by air freight?
Air freight from China to the United States typically takes between 3 to 5 days door-to-door, inclusive of customs clearance. Multiple daily Trans-Pacific services operate from Shanghai Pudong, Beijing, and Guangzhou to Los Angeles and Chicago. Express services can achieve next-day delivery for time-critical cargo.
Can DP World handle customs clearance and multimodal delivery for imports from China to the United States?
As a freight forwarder and customs broker, DP World manages the full China-United States trade lane, combining ocean freight, air freight and multimodal road and rail solutions with customs clearance on arrival in the United States. 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 UNITED STATES 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.