Shipping from China to Côte d'Ivoire

Sea Freight Service

Sea shipping is the most cost-effective option for bulk cargo and large shipments.
Main Seaports in China: Shanghai, Ningbo, Qingdao, Tianjin, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Xiamen.
Main Seaport in Côte d'Ivoire: Port of Abidjan (largest and busiest), Port of San Pedro (specialized in cocoa exports but also handles containers).
Transit Time:
From China to Abidjan: 35–45 days depending on shipping line and transshipment points.
Options:
FCL (Full Container Load) – ideal for large volumes.
LCL (Less than Container Load) – suitable for smaller shipments.
Bulk Cargo & Ro-Ro – for vehicles, heavy machinery, and oversized goods.

Air Freight Service

Air freight is the fastest mode of transport for high-value, urgent, or perishable goods.
Main Airports in China: Shanghai Pudong (PVG), Beijing Capital (PEK), Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN), Shenzhen Bao’an (SZX), Hong Kong International (HKG).
Main Airport in Côte d'Ivoire: Félix Houphouët-Boigny International Airport (ABJ) in Abidjan.
Transit Time:
Direct or indirect flights: 3–7 days depending on route and airline.
Suitable For: Electronics, textiles, machinery parts, pharmaceuticals, perishables, and high-value cargo.

Rail and Multimodal Transport Service

Direct rail services between China and Côte d'Ivoire are not yet available. However, multimodal transport solutions can be arranged:
Rail freight from China to ports in Europe (e.g., Antwerp or Rotterdam), followed by sea freight to Abidjan or San Pedro.
Transit time: 40–55 days depending on routing.