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AIR FREIGHT

Air freight from China.
Plan around your deadline.

Send urgent supplier orders, samples and replenishment cargo by air. VG Shipping helps coordinate cargo preparation, flight options and the agreed airport or door delivery.

Request an air freight quote

Air freight planned around your cargo.

An air freight plan connects supplier readiness with airport acceptance and the receiving arrangements at destination. Share your packed cargo details and required delivery date so VG Shipping can review routing, handling and the service scope with you.

ROUTING & CONSOLIDATION

Compare flight routing
and consolidation options.

A direct flight describes the route; consolidation describes how consignments are grouped. A consolidated shipment can also travel on a direct flight. Compare the proposed flight plan, cargo cut-off and total delivery time.

DIRECT-FLIGHT ROUTING

Direct-flight routing

Review a flight from the departure airport to the arrival airport without an intermediate transfer. Confirm available space and the cargo acceptance cut-off.

Routing
A direct flight on the quoted airport pair
Useful for
Time-sensitive cargo with a confirmed ready date
Check before booking
Available capacity and acceptance cut-offs
Compare in the quote
Flight plan plus origin and destination handling
Final handover
Airport collection or separately agreed delivery
Discuss direct-flight options

CONSOLIDATED AIR CARGO

Consolidated air cargo

Combine suitable consignments within an air cargo consolidation. Check the receiving schedule and handling at both ends; the flight may be direct or involve a transfer.

Booking arrangement
Consignments grouped within a consolidation
Useful for
Supplier orders suited to the receiving schedule
Check before booking
Consolidation departure and release arrangements
Compare in the quote
Handling scope and total delivery time
Flight routing
Confirm direct or transfer service separately
Discuss consolidation options

Confirm the actual routing, cargo ready date and airport or door handover in each quote. Availability and acceptance are checked for the individual shipment.

AIRPORT OR DOOR DELIVERY

Define the pickup point.
Agree the final handover.

01 / SCOPE

Airport-to-Airport

Agree the departure and arrival airports, flight routing and terminal handover. Confirm who arranges collection, clearance and delivery.

Discuss airport-to-airport freight

02 / SCOPE

Supplier Pickup & Preparation

Arrange collection from suppliers and review packing, consolidation and transfer to the airport within the quoted scope.

Explore warehouse preparation

03 / SCOPE

Airport-to-Door Delivery

Connect the air shipment with destination clearance coordination and final delivery where agreed. Confirm importer responsibilities and receiving access.

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AIR FREIGHT COSTS

Understand your
air freight quote.

Export cartons measured and weighed at an air cargo terminal

Origin Handling & Chargeable Weight

Review pickup, export handling and packed measurements. The quote should identify the actual or volumetric weight basis, applicable minimums and included origin charges.

Review weight and origin charges
Secured air cargo pallet loaded into a freight aircraft

Airline Freight & Airport Charges

Confirm the proposed flight routing and the air freight rate basis. Ask which airline surcharges, security screening and terminal handling charges are included.

Review the flight and handling scope
Pallet handover and delivery truck at an airport cargo warehouse

Destination Release & Delivery

Check destination terminal handling, clearance coordination and onward delivery. Confirm duties, taxes and any storage or special handling charges separately.

Confirm destination charges

THE AIR FREIGHT PROCESS

Prepare the cargo.
Follow each handover.

01

Review cargo & route

Share the product description, packed dimensions, gross weight, ready date and required delivery date.

02

Prepare & accept

Coordinate collection and documents. Confirm packing, screening and airline acceptance requirements before handover.

03

Book & fly

Agree the flight option and receiving cut-off. Follow acceptance, departure and arrival updates.

04

Release & deliver

Arrange the agreed destination release and collection or delivery. Confirm the receiving contact and access requirements.

END-TO-END AIR FREIGHT PLANNING

Plan the full delivery time,
including airport handling.

Journey stageWhat can affect the timelineWhat to confirm
Cargo readyPacking, measurements and shipment informationReady date and complete cargo details
Origin acceptancePickup, screening and terminal receiving cut-offsHandover location and latest acceptance time
Flight routingAvailable capacity, transfers and airport conditionsQuoted route and estimated flight milestones
Destination releaseDocument checks, clearance and terminal availabilityImporter, clearance contact and release arrangements
Final handoverCollection times, delivery appointments and site accessReceiving address, contact and unloading needs

Flight and delivery estimates depend on the booked service, cargo acceptance and release arrangements. Confirm the latest schedule and cut-offs before handing over the cargo.

PREPARE YOUR AIR CARGO

Send packed dimensions and a clear cargo description.

01

Packed Cargo Details

Provide the number of packages, dimensions of each package and gross weight. Include pallet dimensions and confirm whether the cargo can be stacked.

02

Route & Delivery Date

Share the supplier city, proposed arrival airport or delivery address, cargo ready date and required arrival date. State the agreed delivery terms.

03

Invoice & Packing List

Prepare a consistent commercial invoice and packing list. Confirm the shipper, consignee and product descriptions for the air waybill and clearance arrangements.

04

Acceptance & Special Cargo

Declare batteries, liquids, magnets and other potentially restricted contents before quoting. Supply the relevant product and safety information for an acceptance review.

CHINA-SIDE CARGO PREPARATION

Prepare and consolidate
before airport handover.

Bring supplier pickup, warehouse receipt and packing checks into one plan. VG Shipping can review consolidation, labeling and onward airport transfer within the agreed scope. Confirm the ready date and acceptance requirements before cargo leaves the supplier.

Explore warehousing support
Prepare and consolidate before airport handover.

AIR FREIGHT DESTINATION PLANNING

Prepare for arrival
at your destination.

Shipping from China to Indonesia

SOUTHEAST ASIA

Shipping from China to Indonesia

Compare China to Indonesia sea freight, air cargo and supplier consolidation with the receiving island and final delivery address defined before booking.

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Shipping from China to the UAE

MIDDLE EAST

Shipping from China to the UAE

Review China to UAE sea freight and air cargo with the emirate, importer and local or onward delivery scope stated clearly.

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Shipping from China to Germany

EUROPE

Shipping from China to Germany

Compare China to Germany sea freight, air cargo and available rail options using the receiving postcode, importer and complete delivery scope.

Explore this route

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SHIPPING PREPARATION

Documents, Delivery Terms & Shipping Guides

How to prepare documentation for first-time imports from China

How to prepare documentation for first-time imports from China

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AIR FREIGHT QUESTIONS

Answers for your
next air shipment.

Check the cargo, packed measurements and delivery scope before booking.

Discuss my air shipment
How is chargeable weight worked out for air freight?

Air freight pricing considers actual gross weight and volumetric weight. Bulky, light cargo can be rated by its dimensions. Send the packed measurements and weight so the applicable calculation and minimum charge can be confirmed in your quote.

How long does air freight from China take?

Request a shipment-specific estimate covering pickup, airport acceptance, flight routing, destination release and delivery. A flight duration alone does not include these other stages. Confirm the cargo ready date and the required handover date when comparing options.

Does direct air freight mean a dedicated aircraft?

No. A direct flight normally describes a route without an intermediate transfer between the quoted airports. It does not mean that you have chartered the aircraft. Consolidated cargo may also use a direct flight; check the proposed routing and booking arrangement.

Can batteries or other restricted goods travel by air?

Declare batteries and any other potentially restricted contents before booking. Acceptance depends on the goods and the carrier requirements. The shipper must provide accurate classification, suitable packing and the required documentation. Ask for a cargo-specific review before collection.

Which documents should I prepare for an air shipment?

Start with a commercial invoice and packing list that match the goods and packed quantities. Confirm shipper and consignee details for the air waybill. Additional origin, product or safety documents may be needed for the cargo and destination.

Can an air freight quote include delivery to my address?

Yes, request the destination address and delivery requirements as part of the scope review. Confirm clearance responsibilities, importer arrangements and the receiving contact. The quote should state which terminal, customs coordination and delivery charges are included.

AIR FREIGHT ENQUIRY

Request an air freight plan.

Share the cargo contents, packed dimensions and weight, supplier city, destination and required delivery date. Specify airport or door delivery.

Flight availability, chargeable weight and cargo acceptance are confirmed for the individual shipment. Declare special contents before collection.

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