China to UAE Shipping Services

Sea Freight from China to the UAE

Most Economical Option

Routes: Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, Qingdao, Xiamen, Nansha, Chongqing, Lianyungang, Wuhan → Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah
Transit Time: As fast as 15 days (Shenzhen to Dubai); typically 16–32 days
Cost Reference: FCL $1,000–2,000 (indicative)

Transportation Options

FCL (Full Container Load): Direct container shipping, fast transit, low unit cost
LCL (Less than Container Load): Shared space for smaller shipments, slightly higher cost and transit time
Special Containers: Flat racks, open-top containers for oversized/large cargo
Bulk/Ro-Ro Ships: Ideal for large-scale engineering projects
Suitable for: Large-volume, cost-sensitive shipments

Air Freight from China to the UAE

Most Economical Option

Transit Time: 1–4 days

Routes: Shanghai, Guangzhou, Beijing, Shenzhen, Yiwu → Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah

Cost Reference: $4–8/kg (indicative; contact us for real-time quotes)

Advantages

Fastest option, ideal for urgent orders
Low packaging costs, no need for heavy-duty packaging
Low insurance costs due to minimal cargo damage risk
Suitable for high-value, lightweight goods (electronics, textiles, medical equipment, perishable food)

Notes

Restrictions apply to certain goods (e.g., lithium batteries must meet aviation standards)
Higher costs for bulk shipments; consider sea freight for large volumes
Ideal for time-sensitive e-commerce, medical supplies, and electronics

UAE Local Services

Our robust agent network in the UAE offers

Customs clearance agency
Local transportation & door-to-door delivery
Pickup services
Warehousing & distribution
Import permit support