Container Shipping From China To Colombia More Need To Know
At WanHao Freight, we provide our clients with top - tier global shipping solutions for their cargo imports from China to Colombia, through both sea and air transportation modes. We have forged close collaborations with prominent global carriers (Ocean FCL/Ocean LCL/Ocean Freight/Air freight/Express) connecting the two nations.
Our all - encompassing global logistics services for shipping from China to Colombia guarantee that the cargo transport packages we offer are highly efficient and dependable. Whether it's general cargo or time - sensitive freight, we have the expertise and resources to handle it.
Colombia, located in the northwestern part of South America, has a booming economy with diverse import needs. Our services are designed to meet the demands of various industries in Colombia. Through our well - established shipping routes, we ensure smooth and timely delivery of goods. Our experienced team closely monitors each stage of the shipping process, from pick - up in China to delivery at the destination in Colombia, to ensure that the cargo arrives in perfect condition.
Transport shipping sea freight costs
The following is a table showing the approximate ranges of sea freight costs for shipping from major Chinese ports to major Colobia ports in terms of 20‘GP (20-foot General Purpose container), 40'GP (40-foot General Purpose container), 40'HQ (40-foot High Cube container), and 45‘HQ (45-foot High Cube container) for your reference:
Departure Port | Destination Port | 20'GP | 40'GP | 40'HQ | 45'HQ |
Shanghai | Buenaventura | Approximately USD 2,600 - 3,200 | Approximately USD 3,200 - 3,800 | Approximately USD 3,200 - 3,800 | Please inquire by telephone |
Shenzhen | Buenaventura | Approximately USD 2,600 - 3,000 | Approximately USD 3,200 - 3,600 | Approximately USD 3,200 - 3,600 | Please inquire by telephone |
Qingdao | Buenaventura | Approximately USD 2,300 - 2,800 | Approximately USD 2,800 - 3,400 | Approximately USD 2,800 - 3,400 | Please inquire by telephone |
Shanghai | Barranquilla | Approximately USD 3,500 - 4,000 | Approximately USD 4,200 - 4,800 | Approximately USD 4,200 - 4,800 | Please inquire by telephone |
Shenzhen | Barranquilla | Approximately USD 3,200 - 3,800 | Approximately USD 3,800 - 4,500 | Approximately USD 3,800 - 4,500 | Please inquire by telephone |
Qingdao | Barranquilla | Approximately USD 2,800 - 3,500 | Approximately USD 3,500 - 4,200 | Approximately USD 3,500 - 4,200 | Please inquire by telephone |
Please note that the above sea freight rates are for reference only. The actual prices may vary due to multiple factors, such as the types of goods, shipping time, and market supply and demand conditions.
Transport Shipping Duration from Chinese Seaports to Colombian Seaports
The shipping time from common Chinese ports to major Colombian ports varies. From Shanghai Port, it generally takes 30 - 35 days to reach Buenaventura, 32 - 37 days to Barranquilla, and 30 - 35 days to Cartagena. With express or direct services to Buenaventura, it might be shortened to 25 - 30 days. From Shenzhen Port, the voyage to Buenaventura is about 28 days by direct shipping, 30 - 35 days to Barranquilla, and 28 - 33 days to Cartagena. Ningbo, Guangzhou, Qingdao, Tianjin, Xiamen, and Dalian Ports all have similar time - frames for these destinations, with the journey to Buenaventura usually taking 30 - 35 days, to Barranquilla around 32 - 37 days, and to Cartagena about 30 - 35 days.
shipping notes
Shipping To The Colombian By Express
The following is a table showing the common courier services and their approximate price ranges for shipping from China to Colombia:
Courier Service | Price Range (per kilogram) | Remarks |
EMS | Around 260 yuan for the first weight and around 100 yuan for each additional weight. The minimum weight is 500 grams, and the maximum weight is 20 kilograms. | Generally, there are corresponding discounts according to the weight and type of the goods being shipped, but the delivery time is not very stable. |
DHL | 2.00 - 4.00 US dollars per kilogram, with a minimum shipment of 1 kilogram. | It has an advantage for small goods under 21KG in underdeveloped countries around the world. The delivery time is stable, and it has a significant price advantage in developed countries such as Western Europe, the United States, Canada, and Asia. Fewer document requirements. |
FedEx | 1.00 - 2.00 US dollars per kilogram, with a minimum shipment of 1 kilogram. | Under normal circumstances, it can reach the world within 2 - 4 working days. Larger quantities get better prices. It has a price advantage for large goods over 21 kilograms in Southeast Asia. |
UPS | - | Its advantages are mainly reflected in the United States, Western Europe, and Southeast Asia. Both small and large goods have price and time advantages in these regions. |
Air Freight Special Line | 1.00 - 10.50 US dollars per kilogram, with a minimum shipment of 21 kilograms. | The delivery time is about 8 - 12 working days. |
Sea Freight Special Line | 1.10 - 30.00 US dollars per cubic meter, with a minimum shipment of 1 cubic meter. | - |
Please note that the above freight costs are for reference only. The actual freight costs may vary due to multiple factors, such as the specific types, weights, volumes of the goods, transportation time, shipping companies, and market supply and demand conditions.
Shipping sea freight reading Documents
Note: We use these both documents to do customs clearance both in China and Colombia. If packing list details don't match the actual cargo, there may be extra charges.
Transportation Insurance
We can buy Transportation Insurance from insurance company when shipped from China to Argentina. 0.3% of cargo's value.
Moreover, we offer competitive pricing and customized shipping options based on the specific requirements of our clients. Whether it's a small - scale LCL shipment or a large - volume FCL consignment, we have the capabilities to handle it with utmost professionalism. Our strong network and advanced logistics technology enable us to provide real - time tracking and updates to our clients, giving them peace of mind throughout the shipping journey.