OVERVIEW

FIND THE BEST SHIPPING ROUTES TO GERMANY

Germany is Europe's largest import market and a major global trade destination, with a network of North Sea container ports and Europe's busiest cargo airport receiving inbound goods across automotive, industrial and consumer categories. We connect businesses worldwide with the German market through reliable, scheduled ocean and air freight services.

 

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 Germany.

 

We help businesses access competitive freight rates for Germany-bound cargo, supported by smart routing and strong carrier partnerships across all major inbound trade lanes.

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Reliable schedules 

Scheduled weekly sailings from major origin ports in China, Australia, and Canada ensure consistent, predictable transit into Germany's key container terminals.

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Multimodal solutions 

Smart routing across ocean, air and multimodal options means you can match the right mode to each shipment's urgency and budget.

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Manage costs effectively 

Transparent rate visibility and strong carrier partnerships help you control freight spend on one of the world's busiest trade corridors.

GERMANY ENTRY POINTS

EXPLORE SHIPPING ROUTES TO GERMANY

Germany is served by major container ports and international cargo airports for inbound trade. These are among the most popular entry points for Germany-bound cargo. Speak to our freight specialists to find the route and port best suited to your shipment.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Learn more about shipping cargo to Germany, including transit times, customs processes, key ports, and how DP World delivers reliable, end-to-end supply chain solutions.

Germany's principal container ports for inbound trade are Hamburg and Bremen/Bremerhaven. Hamburg is Germany's largest port and handles the majority of imports from global trade lanes. Many imports also arrive via neighbouring ports including Rotterdam and Antwerp, with onward distribution by road and rail. For air freight, Frankfurt (FRA) is Europe's largest cargo airport and Germany's primary gateway.

Ocean freight transit times to Germany vary by origin and carrier. Shipments from China usually take 25 to 40 days via the Suez Canal, depending on the port of origin and service. Cargo from Australia generally takes 28 to 35 days, while shipments from Canada's Atlantic ports can arrive in Germany in as little as 10 to 18 days. Most major trade lanes offer weekly scheduled sailings.

Air freight to Germany typically takes between 1 to 5 days, depending on the origin, carrier, and customs clearance requirements. Cargo from China generally arrives at Frankfurt within 2 to 3 days, while shipments from Australia typically take 2 to 4 days. Frankfurt is Germany's primary air cargo gateway, with daily passenger and dedicated freighter services connecting major global origins.

DP World serves Germany-bound cargo from origins worldwide, with scheduled services across every major global trade lane. Our freight forwarding, customs and supply chain services ensure your cargo moves efficiently to its final destination in Germany.

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GET A QUOTE FOR YOUR SHIPMENT TO GERMANY

Request a quote today and our freight specialists will build the right ocean, air or multimodal route for your cargo to Germany, with rates and schedules tailored to you.