Sea container, air cargo shipping from China to Argentina

Argentina, country of South America, is the world's eighth largest country. In April, 2020, China overtook Brazil as Argentina’s largest trading partner. 

Explore a complete guide into shipping from China Argentina, which includes shipping methods, timing, costs, best way to ship and what you can expect from an experienced freight forwarder for your China-Argentina shipment handling. 

Sea freight and air freight are the most common shipping methods from China to Argentina. There are many international freight forwarding companies that offer container shipping and air cargo transport services. It’s vital to work with a freight forwarder who understands your needs and always carries out the best tailored shipping solution from China to Argentina.

Sea Freight from China to Argentina

If time is not an issue, shipping from China to Argentina by sea is an ideal solution to save cost. Sea freight is the least expensive yet most popular mode when it comes to international transportation, not only because of its low price, but also the capacity to carry large and bulk shipments. Besides, with sea freight, we are able to transport almost all kinds of goods, even those dangerous goods, rejected by railway and airlines. Sea freight is economically and environmentally superior to other forms for cargo shipping services, especially for goods in bulk or equipment of large size, over long distance. 

FCL (Full container load): shipping a container filled with goods exclusively for one client from China to Argentina. Generally, we offer FCL shipping service to Argentina with 20ft container and 40ft container (20GP, 40GP and 40HQ). FCL is more cost efficient.
LCL (Less than container load): Sharing a container with other clients who have cargo to the same destination, at the same time. Naturally, due to extra work (consolidation, de-consolidation, warehousing, paperwork, etc.), the final cost on each unit is higher than FCL, and shipping takes longer. LCL is a good choice for small business to start with. If your cargo can’t fill an entire container, our consolidation (LCL shipping) service from China to Argentina is always available.

FCL and LCL shipments are common, if you are shipping large, heavy project cargo from China to Argentina, we’d recommend flat rack or open top container solution. 
Reefer containers: for temperature-sensitive products
Breakbulk: for large and bulk shipment
RO-RO: for vehicles and wheeled cargo

Our sea freight forwarding services from China to Argentina covers all the major Chinese ports: Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Xiamen, Qingdao, Tianjin, Dalian, etc. 
We offer port to port, door to port and door to door shipping solutions from China to Argentina, depending on your specific requirements. With our door-to-door service, considering the final destination, we’ll transport your cargo via the most convenient port in Argentina, such as Buenos Aires, Zarate, Bahia Blanca, Mar Del Plata, Puerto Madryn. 

Are you looking to ship containers or other sea shipments from China to Argentina? We got the one-stop shipping solution for you.
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Seaports in Argentina

Buenos Aires
The capital and largest city of Argentina
The Port of Buenos Aires is Argentina's principal seaport and the center for transshipment
In 2019, container throughput of Buenos Aires was 1.49 million TEUs

Other seaports are:
Puerto Madryn, Mar Del Plata, Zarate, Bahia Blanca, etc.

Air freight from China to Argentina

When a fast delivery from China to Argentina is required, you should probably opt for air freight solution. Air freight is the most modern and dynamic way enabling us to deliver cargo using the least amount of time possible.
Maybe the deadline is approaching or the cargo to be shipped is perishable, shipping by sea is out of the question. But when choosing air shipping, you’ll have to accept the fact that it costs far more than shipping by sea. When shipping high value products from China to Argentina, people would prefer air freight, as it ensures not only high speed, but also higher level of security. 

We have developed strong relationships with major air carriers and established a vast network of air cargo transportation, offering daily and weekly cargo flights from China’s main airports to Argentina. When shipping by air, our team provides the best shipping solution and the fastest route which meets your needs and guarantees a relatively cost-efficient way. Flying your cargo with us gives you peace of mind as we take care of your air shipments from pick-up till delivery to the destination, overseeing every link of the logistics chain.
Our shipping options include airport-to-airport, door-to-airport and door-to-door services from China to Argentina

Due to some limitations and restrictions of airlines and airplanes, not everything can be shipped by air. Contact us when you need a rapid transit from China to Argentina, get an air shipping solution and cost.

Argentina main airports

Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires Airport (IATA: EZE), officially named Ministro Pistarini International Airport and also known as Ezeiza International Airport, is one of the two international airports serving Argentina’s capital along with Jorge Newbery Airport.
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)

Bahia Blanca
Bahia Blanca Airport (IATA: BHI), also known as Comandante Espora Airport, is a small airport in Argentina
Mar del Plata
Ástor Piazzolla International Airport, also known as Mar del Plata Airport, is an airport serving Mar del Plata, an Atlantic coastal city in the Buenos Aires Province of Argentina.

How long does it take to ship from China to Argentina?

Shipping from China to Argentina takes 30-45 days by sea, and 3-7 days by air. 
Number of days may vary depending on the service and route chosen, weather, seasonal change of market, etc. 

China-Argentina sea freight transit time

The transit time of shipping a container from China to Buenos Aires, Argentina ranges from 30-45 days, port to port. 
Container shipping transit time by sea from China to Argentina

POL (port of loading)	POD (port of discharge)	Transit time
Qingdao	Buenos Aires	45 days
Shanghai	Buenos Aires	40 days
Shenzhen	Buenos Aires	35 days

FYI: The transit time by sea, port to port, depends on the specific origin and destination ports chosen, service route, sailing schedule and choice on carrier.
Shanghai in East China, Shenzhen South China, and Qingdao North China, data from these 3 ports is enough to demonstrate the sea shipping time from China to Argentina.
Above transit time is for full container load shipping, port to port only, for LCL shipping time estimate, pls add 7-10 days.

China-Argentina air shipping transit time

Generally, cargo air shipped from China takes 3-7 days to arrive in Argentina. As there are no direct flight services connecting Chinese cities and Argentine cities, most cargo would be transferred in the USA or European airports. 

If you have urgent air shipments from China to Argentina, make sure you contact us for the fastest service and route, with the least lead time.
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Best way to ship from China to Argentina

Looking for the best way to ship your goods from China to Argentina? Every shipment is different, and the market is fast changing. To find out the best shipping solution, you’ll have to rely on a professional freight forwarder for their knowledge and advice. Whatever the situation is, the best way should meet these criteria:
1.    Speed: fast delivery (as fast as possible, before a pressing deadline if there’s one)
2.    Cost: within the planned budget, at the minimum cost
3.    Safety: to have your goods arrive in good condition
4.    Other customized requirements
As a freight forwarder, we need the below factors to determine the best solution tailored to your needs.
1.    The type of goods and its value
2.    How quickly you need your goods
3.    The load of your goods (size, weight, quantity) or simply share the packing list
4.    Supplier address (origin seaport/airport), delivery address(destination seaport/airport)
5.    Your budget
6.    Goods ready time
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How much does it cost to ship from China to Argentina?

Shipping a 40ft container from China to Argentina used to cost $1000-2000, shipping rates went up 7-8 times after the pandemic. Similar case with air freight

First of all, each shipment is different, and clients may have various requirements under some specific circumstances. Secondly, the shipping market is fast changing, sea and air freight rates fluctuate frequently, affected by seasonal and strategic adjustment by carriers, as well as by law of supply and demand. The year-on-year difference could be drastic, and price for last week may not be valid for this week. Besides, client’s timing requirement also influences the shipping cost. General rule of thumb, the quicker you wish to receive the shipment, the more you’ll have to pay for shipping. 
It’s impossible to provide a general estimate of shipping cost from China to Argentina. 

However, knowing the shipping cost is essential to business if you are importing goods from China to Argentina. Shipping cost is an indispensable, and sometimes constitutes a large percentage of the final landed cost of imported goods. 
“Landed cost” is the final cost of product plus all associated shipping and logistics costs for delivering the goods to its destination, with insurance and import duty paid. 
The formula can be simplified as: product cost + shipping + insurance + import duty

Contact us now to obtain a tailored shipping solution and the latest shipping cost from China to Argentina.

Freight forwarder shipping from China to Argentina

Dealing with shipment from China to Argentina yourself could be time & energy consuming, so why not leave it to the professional freight forwarder?

Using an experienced freight forwarder to handle your shipments from China to Argentina allows you focus more on your main business, to bring the best out of you. Everybody’s got his specialty and expertise. With the help of a professional freight forwarding team, your shipment will be well planned and carried out smoothly, avoiding delay and potential extra charges, and freight management made easier than ever.

As one of the top China based freight forwarders serving Argentina, we have the knowledge, expertise and experience to provide the most accurate answers and optimal shipping solutions tailored to your needs. Leave it to the expert, and you are freed from all the troubles and complexity of shipping and logistics. 

Door to door shipping solution from China to Argentina

Moreover, we have representatives in Argentina and have been working with other local Argentine freight forwarders as well. By combining our freight forwarding services with their networks, we are able to provide the easiest one-stop door to door shipping solution from China to Argentina.

How to ship from China to Argentina

Step 1: Contact a freight forwarder; a China based one is better.
You may reach out to a freight forwarder either from China or in Argentina. While an Argentine forwarder is most likely to rely on a Chinese local shipping agent. So China based forwarder is preferred, as the majority of complexities and uncertainties of international cargo shipping lie in origin, not in destination.
More on “Why you should work with a local China freight forwarder”
Step 2: Get a shipping quote from China
Step 3: Connect forwarder with supplier
Step 4: Get cargo insurance (optional)
Step 5: Arrange customs clearance
Or you can use us for the easiest one-stop door to door shipping service from China to Argentina.

Why us when importing and shipping from China to Argentina

We are China based freight forwarder specialized and experienced in international logistics for China-Argentina import & export business. Through years of effort on China-Latin America trade lane, we have developed service agreements with the best sea and air shipping carriers. This allows us to offer various shipping solutions, routes and schedules from China to Argentina at fair rates with space guarantee especially in peak seasons. 
1.    Quick Response, high efficiency
2.    Communication
3.    Professionalism, agility, accuracy
4.    Our logistics expertise, local and global connections
5.    Cost-saving
6.    Dedicated, focused
7.    Higher attention & tailored shipping solution
More on Why us when importing and shipping from China to Argentina

As one of the leading China based freight forwarder serving Argentina, we have the logistics expertise, local knowledge and global network to fulfill a fast and safe delivery of shipment from China to Argentina. Whatever you are shipping, standard sea container, air cargo, refrigerated or oversized cargo, we got your covered. 

If you are considering shipping from China to Argentina (Buenos Aires, Bahia Blanca, Mar Del Plata, Puerto Madryn, Zarate, etc.), whether by sea or air, reach out to the best freight forwarder to ensure a stress-free shipping experience. 
Contact us, get a shipping solution and quote for your China-Argentina shipment.