Air, sea and rail freight between Turkey and China. Middle Corridor rail as a Russia-free alternative — Istanbul to Shanghai in 12–18 days by rail.
Turkey sits at the western terminus of the Middle Corridor (Trans-Caspian International Transport Route), the rail route running from China through Kazakhstan, across the Caspian Sea to Azerbaijan, Georgia and into Turkey. This route bypasses Russia entirely — a key advantage since 2022 sanctions disrupted the northern rail corridor.
Canxansa specializes in this corridor. Whether you're shipping from China to Turkey or using Istanbul as a transit hub onward to Europe, we manage the full multimodal chain. Learn more about China → Europe via Turkey freight.
Express and standard air cargo between Istanbul (IST/SAW) and major Chinese airports — Shanghai Pudong (PVG), Beijing (PEK), Guangzhou (CAN) and Shenzhen (SZX). Best for time-sensitive, high-value or perishable goods.
Russia-free rail from China to Turkey via Kazakhstan, Caspian Sea ferry (Aktau–Baku), Azerbaijan and Georgia. 12–18 days transit — significantly faster than sea and cheaper than air. Ideal for mid-volume electronics, automotive parts and industrial goods.
FCL and LCL ocean freight from Istanbul or Mersin to Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen or Guangzhou via the Suez Canal. Most cost-effective for large consignments where transit time is not critical. 20' and 40' containers, full or groupage.
Combined rail + sea or rail + road options for specific cargo types and budgets. For example: sea freight from China to a Gulf hub, then truck to Turkey. Or rail to Baku, then ferry to Poti, then road to Istanbul. We build the most efficient chain for your needs.
Air freight is the fastest at 8–12 flight hours, with door-to-door typically 3–5 days including pickup and customs. Rail via the Middle Corridor takes 12–18 days and is significantly cheaper than air. Sea via Suez takes 22–28 days but is the most economical for large volumes.
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 — a critical advantage since Western sanctions in 2022 made the northern rail route unreliable for many shippers.
Standard documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading or airway bill, certificate of origin (Form A for preferential tariff), and a Turkish customs declaration. Some product categories — electronics, toys, chemicals — may require additional conformity certificates (CE, TSE).
Yes. Turkey applies customs duties and anti-dumping measures on certain Chinese goods, particularly textiles, ceramics, steel and chemicals. Rates vary by HS code. Canxansa can advise on applicable duties before shipment to avoid surprises at customs clearance.
Yes. Turkish exports to China include marble and natural stone, chemicals, machinery, automotive parts, hazelnuts, dried fruits and textiles. We handle all freight modes in both directions — Turkey to China and China to Turkey.
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