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China Air Freight Service

Air Freight from China

Siyuan Freight, one of the best international air freight companies in China, is here to get your goods on the market fast, guaranteeing on-time delivery from China, using air cargo – the fastest international shipping method available.
 
Whether you’re shipping perishable products or high-value goods, our China special cargo handling service makes air freight from China a seamless and cost-effective process.
 
Our Cheap air freight charges start from 1 USD per kg, however, the total air shipping cost depends on the type, weight and size of your shipment. Please talk to us to get a customized quotation!
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How air freight works?

A shipping agent (or freight forwarder) in air freight acts as an intermediary between shippers (clients) and airlines, managing the end-to-end process of transporting goods by air. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of how air freight forwarding works:

Client Booking & Documentation

  • Request for Quote (RFQ): The client provides details (e.g., cargo type, weight, dimensions, origin/destination, urgency).
  • Rate Negotiation: The agent quotes a price (based on chargeable weight, fuel surcharges, and route).
  • Booking Confirmation: The agent reserves space with airlines (directly or via consolidators).
Key Documents: Commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill (AWB), and export/import permits (if required).

Cargo Collection & Pre-Shipment Prep

  • Pickup or Drop-off: The agent arranges collection from the client or receives cargo at their warehouse.
  • Inspection & Packaging:
    • Checks for compliance (e.g., no prohibited items like undeclared batteries).
    • Secures goods in airline-approved packaging (e.g., shrink-wrapping, wooden crates for fragile items).
  • Weight/Volume Calculation: Chargeable weight = max of actual weight or volumetric weight (formula: (L × W × H in cm) ÷ 6,000).

Export Customs Clearance

  • The agent or a customs broker files export declarations with local authorities.
  • Required documents:
    • Shipper’s Export Declaration (SED).
    • Export license (for restricted goods).
    • Certificate of Origin (for preferential tariffs).

Airport Handling & Loading

  • Cargo Delivery to Airport: Transported to the airline’s cargo terminal.
  • Security Screening: Mandatory X-ray/explosive checks (e.g., for lithium batteries).
  • Build-Up: Goods are loaded into Unit Load Devices (ULDs) – pallets or containers for efficient aircraft stowage.
  • Master Air Waybill (MAWB) Issued: The airline issues the MAWB as the contract of carriage.

Air Transportation

  • Flight Options:
    • Direct Flight: Fastest but costlier.
    • Transit Flight: Cheaper but involves stops (e.g., via hubs like Dubai/Doha).
  • Tracking: The agent monitors the flight status and updates the client.

Destination Customs Clearance

  • Import Declarations: The agent’s local partner submits documents (invoice, AWB, import permits) to customs.
  • Duties/Taxes: Calculated based on cargo value and HS codes (paid by consignee unless DDP terms).
  • Customs Inspection: Random physical checks may delay clearance.

Final Delivery

  • Last-Mile Transport: Cleared cargo is delivered by truck/van to the consignee.
  • Proof of Delivery (POD): Signed receipt is shared with the client.

Benefits of using China air cargo services

Air freight is one of the fastest options that connects distant businesses and facilitates the emergence of intercontinental and continental businesses. As the tariff war begins, air freight cargo prices become increasingly expensive. Siyuan Freight have multiple flexible solutions to save your shipping cost. Some of the benefits that air freight can bring to your business are:
Some products are temperature-sensitive and require efficient transportation to avoid spoilage. Perishable goods such as fruits, vegetables, meat or even medical products have strict delivery deadlines and certain temperatures that need to be maintained during transit times. By choosing air freight, you reduce the transit time vastly compared to ocean freight.
Products such as electronics or other high-value goods need extra security from damage, theft or loss, compared to lower-value goods. Air freight is the safest and fastest method of transport for these products.
The air freight industry is greatly impacted by the increase in e-commerce. This trend evolves daily and puts pressure on sales channels for quicker deliveries and top supply chain services. High-value goods utilize big amounts of capital and require high interest costs. By opting for air cargo from China you can benefit from constant resupply and free up more capital by reducing inventory holding costs.
Regular air freight is just for airport delivery. Your business will need to handle the customs and inland transportation to the warehouse while the courier services can help you deliver the products to their destination. Things are simple. Air freight means airport to airport while air courier means door to door. Make sure to opt for the option that suits your business best.

Industries we serve

At Siyuan Freight we provide air cargo shipping from China for a multitude of industries such as:

Food

Food

Air freight is a great option for perishable goods, speciality and frozen foods, and even high-value beverages
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Pharma

Pharma

Supplying vaccines, temperature-sensitive drugs or medical equipment to hospitals and medical facilities is of uttermost importance and air freight is of great help in this matter.
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Fashion and apparel

Fashion and apparel

Everyone loves shopping for clothes and patience is not a shopper’s virtue. So, opt for air freight and deliver luxury and seasonal fashion collections or wedding dresses and accessories to your customers fast and in excellent condition.
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Automotive

Automotive

Most businesses choose air freight for urgent spare parts, high-value car accessories or electronic components.
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E-commerce

E-commerce

China is the holy grail for consumer electronics, small gadgets or small luxury goods, so using air freight will speed up the delivery process.
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How our air cargo services work

To make it easier for our clients to understand the process we have created 5 easy to follow steps:
Provide details such as shipment size, the weight and the destination for your cargo.
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Provide details such as shipment size, the weight and the destination for your cargo.
Set a date for us to pick up the cargo from your supplier in China.
Booking and pickup
Set a date for us to pick up the cargo from your supplier in China.
We will take care of the customs clearance requirements, so you won’t have to handle all the paperwork.
Customs and other documents
We will take care of the customs clearance requirements, so you won’t have to handle all the paperwork.
Your cargo is loaded onto premium airlines and transported to the country of destination.
Air freight transit
Your cargo is loaded onto premium airlines and transported to the country of destination.
We make sure to meet the deadline for your cargo.
Final delivery
We make sure to meet the deadline for your cargo.

Why choose Siyuan Freight for air freight services from China?

Businesses require fast and cheap air freight solutions from China when transporting goods to other countries. For this reason, Siyuan Freight has taken all the necessary precautions to make sure that the shipping process runs smoothly and without any delays. We are China’s no. 1 air freight forwarder company and offer direct services from the biggest airports, guaranteeing maximum security and on-time delivery for your products.
 
We have an extensive team of experts who are hand-picked and trained to handle large-scale distribution, as well as door-to-door shipments and will discuss all the small details with you to choose the best and most effective option in terms of costs.
 
 

Having so many connections overseas helps us provide our customers with warehousing solutions, packing and labelling services, all with the help of our international agents and you can also rest assured knowing that customs are also taken care of, with ease. Choose our services and get:

  • - Fast transit times
  • - Extensive global network
  • - Multiple shipping options
  • - Assistance with customs clearance
  • - Door-to-door delivery services
Do you need fast and reliable air freight from China to the USA, UK, Europe, Australia or Canada? Get in touch with us today and let’s discuss a solution tailored to your business needs.
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FAQs

An air freight shipment from China to Australia typically takes 5 to 8 days depending on the airline and how fast the customs clearance process goes.
How long does the air freight take from China to the US?
Shipments from China to the United States can take from 7 to 10 days, but using express services can reduce the time even more.
The costs can range from $4-$8 per kg based on the location, carrier and shipment volume.
The air freight costs from China to the UK are between $5-$9 per kg and vary based on several factors such as weight, service type and airline.
The transit time can range from 3 to 10 days, depending on the delivery destination and whether you use economy or express shipping services.
Air freight costs from China can be reduced by optimizing the packaging, consolidating the shipments, booking in advance and choosing the economical option.
Siyuan air cargo shipping rate starts from $1 per kg. The easiest way to calculate weight costs for China air freight shipments is to compare the actual weight of the cargo and volumetric weight. The formula is simple. VW (kg) = (Length × Width × Height in cm) ÷ 6000 for air freight or 1 CBM = 167 kg. The chargeable weight is determined by the higher of the two weights.

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