China to United States
Looking for a reliable freight forwarder to move cargo from China to the United States? JSlogistics matches the right routing and service mix to your cargo type, budget and delivery deadline.
We operate our own service office in Los Angeles, with mature customs and delivery channels across the United States and Canada, plus US and European import support. A strong fit for cross-border e-commerce, energy-storage containers, machinery and general trade cargo.
How to Choose
- Cost first: steady-volume or high-cubage cargo is usually best evaluated as FCL or LCL sea freight.
- Speed first: urgent replenishment, high-value parts and samples are worth evaluating by air.
- Door-to-door: combine DAP / DDP services when you need customs clearance, delivery, warehousing or insurance in the United States.
Shipping from China to United States: What to Know
Actual transit times from China to the United States depend on the transport mode, sailing schedules, port handling, export documentation, and destination customs clearance and delivery.
Freight costs are typically driven by origin and destination, cargo nature, container type, space availability and seasonal fluctuations. Large-volume, heavy or steady-batch cargo usually favours sea or rail; urgent, high-value shipments are worth evaluating by air.
Before fixing a solution, confirm your supplier location, available gateways and final delivery address, plus any customs clearance, insurance, reinforcement or warehousing needs — we will quote an end-to-end plan accordingly.
Sea Transit Time & Distance Reference
| From China Port | To Destination Port | Transit Time (days) | Distance (nm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai | New York | 57.8 | 13861 |
| Shenzhen | New York | 54.3 | 13020 |
| Shanghai | Savannah | 75.1 | 18018 |
| Shanghai | Long Beach | 80.3 | 19270 |
| Shenzhen | Long Beach | 75.1 | 18018 |
| Hong Kong | Los Angeles | 76.7 | 18407 |
| Hong Kong | Long Beack | 76.7 | 18407 |
| Qingdao | Houston | 67.7 | 16257 |
| Qingdao | New York | 59.2 | 14210 |
| Qingdao | Long Beach | 81.8 | 19621 |
| Ningbo | Long Beach | 80.0 | 19512 |
Historical reference data only — actual transit times follow the booked sailing schedule and vary with transshipment, space, customs clearance and weather.
Major Sea Ports in China
| Shanghai | Ningbo-Zhoushan | Shenzhen | Guangzhou |
| Qingdao | Tianjin | Xiamen | Dalian |
| Lianyungang | Yingkou | Rizhao | Yantai |
| Fuzhou | Quanzhou | Shantou | Zhuhai |
| Zhanjiang | Fangchenggang | Haikou | Nantong |
We recommend consolidating at the Chinese port closest to your supplier, with stable schedules and good connections to the United States.
Major International Airports in China
| Shanghai Pudong International Airport | Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport |
| Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport | Beijing Capital International Airport |
| Beijing Daxing International Airport | Hong Kong International Airport |
| Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport | Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport |
| Chengdu Tianfu International Airport | Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport |
| Xi'an Xianyang International Airport | Kunming Changshui International Airport |
| Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport | Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport |
| Tianjin Binhai International Airport | Wuhan Tianhe International Airport |
| Changsha Huanghua International Airport | Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport |
| Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport | Harbin Taiping International Airport |
Shipping Modes from China to United States
When shipping from China to the United States, choose between the following modes based on budget, cargo properties, volume and weight, space availability and delivery deadline:
- FCL Sea Freight
- LCL Sea Freight
- Amazon FBA First-Leg
- DDP Door-to-Door
Which port should I ship from when sending cargo from China to United States?
We normally prioritise ports close to your supplier, with low consolidation cost, stable sailing schedules and smooth onward connections. The right port for the United States also depends on cargo location, container type, customs requirements and the destination delivery plan.
How long does shipping from China to United States take?
Transit time depends on the mode, space and booking, documentation, port handling, customs clearance in the United States and last-mile delivery. Air is usually fastest, sea suits cost-driven cargo, and project cargo needs extra time for lifting and securing.
What information should I provide for a quote?
Please share the cargo name, piece count, weight, volume, origin city or port, destination, target shipping date, trade terms, and whether you need customs clearance, insurance, delivery or documents such as MSDS.