Shipping from China to Philippines

Shipping from China to Philippines

Shipping from China to the Philippines can be done through various modes of transportation such as air, sea, or land. Here are some options to consider:

• Air Freight: If you need to ship goods urgently, air freight may be the best option for you. There are several airlines that offer direct flights from major cities in China to the Philippines. However, air freight can be expensive.

  
  

• Sea Freight: Sea freight is a more cost-effective option for shipping large quantities of goods. You can choose between Full Container Load (FCL) or Less than Container Load (LCL) depending on the volume of your shipment. It typically takes around 2-4 weeks for a sea freight shipment to arrive in the Philippines.

  
  

• Land Transportation: Land transportation is a good option if you need to ship goods from China to the Philippines through neighboring countries like Vietnam or Malaysia. However, it can be time-consuming and may require several modes of transportation.

Sea Freight from China to Philippines

Choosing sea shipping from China to Philippines is an ideal option for business with limited budget. Over 90% of the world’s cargo is being shipped by sea. The below mentioned advantages of sea freight contribute to its high popularity. 

1.    Low cost: sea freight is the least expensive way of shipping. 

2.    Relatively fast speed: due to short distance, sea shipping from China to Philippines doesn’t take so long as to the other side of the world.

3.    Capability for large and bulk shipments

4.    Compatibility: Sea freight is able to carry almost all kinds of goods.

FCL (full container load): shipping a container filled with goods exclusively for one client, cost efficient.

LCL (less than container load): sharing a container with other clients who have cargo at the same time, to the same destination. Naturally due to extra work in LCL (warehousing, consolidation, de-consolidation, paperwork, etc.), the final cost on each unit is higher than shipping FCL, and the transit time is longer.

Air Freight from China to Philippines

When shipping cargo from China to Philippines, air freight is not so often used due to its high price. The advantage of air shipping, obviously, is fast delivery. If your supply chain has sufficient shipping budget, and wants to move the cargo the fastest way possible, for example, high-value machinery or luxurious merchandise. However, in most cases, people choose air freight because of a pressing deadline,  can’t wait a long time for it to arrive in Philippines through sea freight. 

• Manila

  Ninoy Aquino International Airport (IATA CODE: MNL) is the main international gateway to the Philippines. 

• Cebu

  Mactan Cebu International Airport (IATA CODE: CEB) is the main premier international airport serving Cebu. 

Shipping time from China to Philippines ranges from 1 day, and up to 1 month, depending on many factors, such as shipping method, port/airport, route, service chosen, weather, seasonal change of shipping market, etc.

When shipping from China to the Philippines, it's important to work with a reliable freight forwarder or shipping agent who can help you navigate the complex process of customs clearance, documentation, and regulations. Make sure to also research and compare different shipping options to find the best fit for your needs and budget.

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