China Freight Specialist

FREIGHT
FROM
CHINA.

Air, sea and Middle Corridor rail to Turkey, Europe and the Middle East. We manage your exports end-to-end — factory gate to final destination.

Air Freight
Sea Freight
Rail — Middle Corridor
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Departure
China
Shanghai Pudong
PVG / CNSHA
Ningbo-Zhoushan
CNNGB
Guangzhou Baiyun
CAN / CNCAN
Shenzhen
SZX / CNSZX
Air
From 3 days
Rail
12–18 days
Sea
From 14 days
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12–18
Days Rail — Middle Corridor
12+
Destinations from China
3+
Transport Modes
1hr
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THE MIDDLE CORRIDOR — RUSSIA-FREE RAIL FROM CHINA TO EUROPE

The Middle Corridor (Trans-Caspian International Transport Route) runs from China through Kazakhstan, across the Caspian Sea by ferry, through Azerbaijan and Georgia to Turkey — then onward to Europe by road. It bypasses Russia and Belarus entirely, a critical advantage since 2022 sanctions disrupted the northern rail route.

Transit from Shanghai to Istanbul: 12–18 days by rail. From Istanbul, goods continue to any European destination within 3–5 days by road. Canxansa manages the complete multimodal chain. Learn more about China to Europe via Turkey.

Where We Ship

DESTINATIONS
FROM CHINA.

Western Asia
Turkey
Istanbul · Mersin · Izmir
Air3–5 days
Rail — Middle Corridor12–18 days
Sea via Suez22–28 days
Europe
Germany
Hamburg · Frankfurt · Munich
Air5–7 days
Rail (via Turkey)16–24 days
Sea via Suez28–35 days
Europe
Netherlands
Rotterdam · Amsterdam
Air5–7 days
Rail (via Turkey)18–26 days
Sea via Suez28–35 days
Europe
Italy
Milan · Genoa · La Spezia
Air5–7 days
Rail (via Turkey)17–25 days
Sea via Suez26–33 days
Europe
France
Paris · Le Havre · Lyon
Air5–8 days
Rail (via Turkey)18–26 days
Sea via Suez28–35 days
Europe
Spain
Barcelona · Valencia · Madrid
Air6–8 days
Rail (via Turkey)19–27 days
Sea via Suez28–36 days
Europe
United Kingdom
London · Felixstowe · Birmingham
Air5–8 days
Rail (via Turkey)20–28 days
Sea via Suez30–38 days
Europe
Poland
Warsaw · Gdansk · Lodz
Air5–7 days
Rail (via Turkey)17–25 days
Sea via Suez30–38 days
Europe
Belgium
Antwerp · Brussels · Liege
Air5–7 days
Rail (via Turkey)18–26 days
Sea via Suez28–35 days
Middle East
UAE
Dubai · Abu Dhabi · Jebel Ali
Air2–4 days
Sea (direct)14–20 days
Middle East
Saudi Arabia
Jeddah · Riyadh · Dammam
Air3–5 days
Sea (direct)18–25 days
Middle East
Qatar
Doha · Hamad Port
Air3–5 days
Sea (direct)18–24 days
Shipping Options

HOW WE MOVE
YOUR CARGO.

01

Air Freight

Express and standard air cargo from Shanghai (PVG), Beijing (PEK), Guangzhou (CAN) and Shenzhen (SZX). Best for time-sensitive, high-value or small-volume shipments. Door-to-door including customs clearance.

China to Turkey3–5 days
China to Europe5–8 days
China to UAE2–4 days
02

Rail — Middle Corridor

Russia-free rail from China via Kazakhstan, Caspian Sea ferry, Azerbaijan and Georgia to Turkey — then onward to Europe by road. 12–18 days to Istanbul. Faster than sea, significantly cheaper than air.

China to Turkey12–18 days
China to Europe16–26 days
Containers20' & 40' ISO
03

Sea Freight

FCL and LCL ocean freight from Shanghai, Ningbo, Guangzhou and Shenzhen via the Suez Canal to Turkey, European ports and the Middle East. Most cost-effective option for large consignments.

China to Turkey22–28 days
China to N. Europe28–38 days
OptionsFCL (20'/40') & LCL
04

Multimodal

Combined rail, sea and road solutions for specific cargo types and budgets. Rail to Turkey then road into Europe. Sea to a Gulf hub then onward by air or road. We design the most efficient chain for your shipment.

FlexibilityCustom routing
Cargo typesAll types
ManagementSingle contact
Departure Points

CHINA DEPARTURE
HUBS.

Shanghai
PVG · CNSHA
Air · Sea · Rail connection
Ningbo
CNNGB
Sea freight
Guangzhou
CAN · CNCAN
Air · Sea freight
Shenzhen
SZX · CNSZX
Air · Sea freight
Chengdu / Xi'an
CTU · XIY
Rail — Middle Corridor
Cargo We Handle

WHAT WE SHIP
FROM CHINA.

Electronics
Consumer electronics, components, semiconductors, batteries, PCBs
Textiles
Fabric, yarn, garments, footwear, accessories
Machinery
Industrial equipment, automotive parts, tools, manufacturing machinery
Chemicals
Raw materials, plastics, rubber, adhesives — full hazmat compliance
Consumer Goods
FMCG, household goods, furniture, toys, sporting goods
Common Questions

FREIGHT FROM
CHINA — FAQ.

Air, rail or sea — which is right for my shipment?

Air is fastest (3–8 days door-to-door) but most expensive — suited for high-value or time-sensitive cargo. Rail via the Middle Corridor (12–18 days to Turkey, 16–26 days to Europe) offers a strong middle ground: faster than sea, significantly cheaper than air. Sea is the most economical for large volumes where transit time is not critical (14–38 days depending on destination).

What is the Middle Corridor and why use it?

The Middle Corridor (Trans-Caspian International Transport Route) runs from China through Kazakhstan, across the Caspian Sea by ferry, through Azerbaijan and Georgia to Turkey. It bypasses Russia and Belarus entirely — essential since 2022 sanctions disrupted the northern rail corridor. Transit from Shanghai or Chengdu to Istanbul: 12–18 days.

Do you handle door-to-door from Chinese factories?

Yes. We arrange pickup from your factory or supplier warehouse anywhere in China, manage Chinese export customs, handle international freight by air, sea or rail, clear import customs at the destination country, and deliver to the final address. One point of contact throughout.

Which ports and airports in China do you work with?

Sea: Shanghai (CNSHA), Ningbo (CNNGB), Guangzhou (CNCAN), Shenzhen (CNSZX), Tianjin (CNTXG). Air: Shanghai Pudong (PVG), Beijing (PEK), Guangzhou (CAN), Shenzhen (SZX). Rail (Middle Corridor): Chengdu, Xi'an, Zhengzhou and Yiwu connect to the Kazakhstan network westbound.

What export documents does a Chinese shipper need?

Standard export documentation: commercial invoice, packing list, HS code classification, Chinese export customs declaration, bill of lading or airway bill, and certificate of origin where preferential tariff is claimed at destination. Additional certificates (conformity, phytosanitary) may be required depending on the destination country and product type. We advise per shipment.

Is Turkey a transit hub for China to Europe shipments?

Yes. Istanbul is the western terminus of the Middle Corridor. Goods arriving by rail from China continue to any European destination within 3–5 days by road. Turkey can also serve as a processing or value-add hub — goods partially manufactured in Turkey may qualify for preferential origin when entering the EU under Turkey's Customs Union. See China to Europe via Turkey.

What import duties apply to Chinese goods in Turkey?

Turkey applies customs duties and anti-dumping measures on certain Chinese product categories — particularly textiles, ceramics, steel and chemicals. Applicable rates depend on the HS code. We advise on duty exposure and import compliance before shipment to avoid delays at customs clearance.

How quickly can I get a freight quote?

Fill in the form below with your origin city, destination, cargo type and approximate weight or volume. We respond within 1 hour with options across all relevant transport modes, including transit times and indicative rate comparisons.

FREIGHT FROM
CHINA QUOTE.

Tell us your origin city in China, destination, cargo type and volume. We respond within 1 hour with options across air, sea and rail.

Response Time
Within 1 hour