Shipping from China to Slovenia

Sea Freight Service

Slovenia's Port of Koper is one of the most important entry points for cargo from Asia to Central and Eastern Europe. Sea freight is ideal for bulk, heavy, or non-urgent cargo.
Options: FCL (Full Container Load), LCL (Less than Container Load), Reefer containers, Break-bulk cargo.
Main Chinese ports of origin: Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen (Yantian), Guangzhou (Nansha), Tianjin, Qingdao, Xiamen.
Slovenian port of entry:
Port of Koper – Slovenia’s only commercial seaport, directly connected to Central Europe.
Transit time:
China — Koper: 28–35 days depending on departure port.
Advantages: Proximity to Austria, Hungary, Croatia, Czech Republic, and Italy for onward distribution.

Air Freight Service

Air freight is the fastest option, ideal for high-value, urgent, or perishable goods. While Slovenia has its own international airport, many shipments also arrive via nearby European hubs.
Main Chinese airports of origin: Shanghai Pudong (PVG), Beijing (PEK), Guangzhou (CAN), Shenzhen (SZX), Hong Kong (HKG).
Airports in Slovenia and nearby regions:
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU) – Slovenia's main airport, handling cargo and passenger flights.
Vienna International Airport (VIE, Austria) – major cargo hub, about 380 km from Ljubljana.
Zagreb Airport (ZAG, Croatia) – 140 km from Ljubljana, frequently used for air cargo to Slovenia.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP, Italy) – 500 km away, widely used for cargo shipments.
Transit time: 3–7 days (airport-to-airport) + 1–2 days for customs and delivery.
Cargo types handled: Electronics, medical supplies, textiles, machinery, automotive parts, perishables, and dangerous goods (with permits).

Rail Freight Service

Rail freight via the China–Europe Railway Express provides a faster and greener alternative to sea freight, and Slovenia is well connected to European rail hubs.
Main Chinese rail origins: Xi'an, Chongqing, Zhengzhou, Yiwu, Wuhan.
Key European entry points (rail terminals):
Warsaw (Poland) — onwards to Slovenia.
Duisburg (Germany) — connected to Central and Southern Europe.
Budapest (Hungary) — linked with Slovenia via road/rail.
Direct connection to Slovenia: Cargo is usually routed via Austria or Hungary before reaching Slovenia.
Slovenian terminals: Ljubljana, Maribor.
Transit time: 18–22 days depending on route.
Options: FCL and LCL container rail service.