# China to Germany Air Freight — Rates from €2.50/kg

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# China to Germany Air Freight Rates

Compare air freight rates from China to Germany. This route is served by 2 airlines with 10+ regular flights. Major departure airports: Capital Intl (PEK), Hongqiao (SHA), Pudong (PVG). Destination airports: Franz Josef Strauss (MUC), International (FRA), Koeln-Bonn (CGN). Get competitive quotes for express, standard, and economy cargo shipping services.

## Indicative Rates by Weight

Weight | Express | Standard | Economy | 

**1-45 kg** | €6.80 – €9.00/kg | €5.20 – €6.80/kg | €4.00 – €5.20/kg | 

**45-100 kg** | €5.80 – €7.80/kg | €4.50 – €5.80/kg | €3.50 – €4.50/kg | 

**100-300 kg** | €5.00 – €6.50/kg | €3.80 – €5.00/kg | €2.80 – €3.80/kg | 

**300-1000 kg** | €4.20 – €5.50/kg | €3.20 – €4.20/kg | €2.40 – €3.20/kg | 

**1000+ kg** | €3.50 – €4.80/kg | €2.80 – €3.50/kg | €2.00 – €2.80/kg | 

Per kg incl. fuel surcharge. Additional: security (€0.05-0.15/kg), handling (€0.10-0.25/kg), customs (from €45). Chargeable = actual or [volumetric weight](/en/how-to-calculate-volumetric-weight/), whichever greater.

## Airlines on This Route

Airline | Service Level | Transit Time | 

**Air China** | Standard/Express | 2-12 days | 

[**Lufthansa Cargo**](/shipping/lufthansa-lh-air-freight-cargo/) | Standard/Express | 2-5 days | 

[**Emirates SkyCargo**](/shipping/emirates-skycargo/) | Standard (via DXB) | 3-5 days | 

[**Qatar Airways Cargo**](/shipping/qatar-airways-cargo/) | Standard (via DOH) | 3-5 days | 

[**Cargolux**](/shipping/cargolux/) | Standard (via LUX) | 3-5 days | 

[**DHL Aviation**](/shipping/dhl-aviation/) | Express | 2-3 days | 

## Popular Airport Connections

The most frequently operated airport-to-airport connections from China to Germany include:

- [Beijing (PEK)](/en/airports/beijing-capital-pek/) → [Frankfurt (FRA)](/en/airports/frankfurt-fra/)

- [Beijing (PEK)](/en/airports/beijing-capital-pek/) → [Munich (MUC)](/en/airports/munich-muc/)

- [Shanghai (PVG)](/en/airports/shanghai-pudong-pvg/) → Cologne/Bonn (CGN)

- [Shanghai (PVG)](/en/airports/shanghai-pudong-pvg/) → [Frankfurt (FRA)](/en/airports/frankfurt-fra/)

In total, there are **4 unique airport pairs** served on this route, giving shippers multiple options for pickup and delivery locations.

## Flight Numbers & Schedules

There are **10 regular cargo-capable flights** operating between China and Germany. Example flight numbers: CA961, CA963, CA965, CA967, LH723, LH725, LH727, LH729, LH731, LH733. Flight availability varies by season and carrier schedule — [contact us](/en/air-freight-quote/) for current availability on your preferred route.

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## FAQ

**How long does air freight from China to Germany take?**
Express: 2-5 days, Standard: 5-12 days, Economy: 12-20 days (airport-to-airport). Add 1-3 days for customs and delivery. Direct flights are fastest; connections via hubs add 1-2 days but may offer better rates.

**What is the minimum weight for air freight?**
Most carriers accept from 1 kg, but air freight becomes cost-effective vs. courier services above 45-50 kg. Below that, DHL/FedEx/UPS express often provides better value with door-to-door service included.

**How is air freight cost calculated?**
Cost = rate per kg × chargeable weight. Chargeable weight is the higher of actual weight or volumetric weight (L×W×H cm ÷ 6000). Add surcharges for fuel, security, and handling. [Use our calculator →](/en/how-to-calculate-volumetric-weight/)

**Which airlines fly cargo from China to Germany?**
2 airlines operate cargo-capable flights on this route: Air China, Lufthansa. Each carrier offers different service levels, transit times, and weight limits — [request a quote](/en/air-freight-quote/) to compare options.

**Which airports handle China to Germany air freight?**
Departure airports: Capital Intl (PEK), Hongqiao (SHA), Pudong (PVG). Arrival airports: Franz Josef Strauss (MUC), International (FRA), Koeln-Bonn (CGN). The choice of airport affects transit time and cost — central hubs offer more flights but regional airports may be closer to your pickup/delivery point.

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