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China to USA Air Freight Rates
Compare indicative air cargo rates from China (PEK, PVG, CAN, SZX) to United States (JFK, LAX, ORD). Updated April 2026.
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Indicative Rates by Service Level
⚡ Express
2–4 days door-to-door
| Weight |
Rate/kg |
| 1–45 kg | On request |
| 45–100 kg | On request |
| 100–300 kg | On request |
| 300–1000 kg | On request |
| 1000+ kg | On request |
| Weight |
Rate/kg |
| 1–45 kg | On request |
| 45–100 kg | On request |
| 100–300 kg | On request |
| 300–1000 kg | On request |
| 1000+ kg | On request |
| Weight |
Rate/kg |
| 1–45 kg | On request |
| 45–100 kg | On request |
| 100–300 kg | On request |
| 300–1000 kg | On request |
| 1000+ kg | On request |
Rates vary by route, weight, and season — request a quote for current pricing.
Airlines on This Route
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Air China
Standard / Express · 3–7 days
Direct
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Standard via DXB · 4–6 days
Via hub
🌐
Standard via DOH · 4–6 days
Via hub
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🗺 Route Info
FromPEK · PVG · CAN · SZX
ToJFK · LAX · ORD
Distance~11,000 km
CustomsUS Customs required
UpdatedApril 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does air freight from China to USA 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; hub connections 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.
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Which airports handle China to USA air freight? +
Departure: Beijing Capital (PEK), Shanghai Pudong (PVG), Guangzhou (CAN), Shenzhen (SZX). Arrival: New York JFK, Los Angeles (LAX), Chicago (ORD). Airport choice affects transit time and cost — central hubs offer more flights but regional airports may be closer to your delivery point.
Market benchmark for this corridor
Greater China / Asia → North America: $6.03 /kg
Rolling 7-day average spot rate for this corridor.
Updated 10 October 2026. Source: Freightos Air Index (FAX), published by Freightos — terminal.freightos.com. Full index history
