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How Much Does Shipping from China to Canada Cost?

A practical breakdown of the variables that determine FCL, LCL and air freight costs from China to Canada.

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There is no single reliable flat price for shipping from China to Canada. A real quote depends on origin city, port/airport, destination, cargo volume, weight, Incoterm, season, carrier space and the amount of origin/destination handling required.

The 7 biggest cost drivers

  1. Mode: FCL, LCL or air freight
  2. Shipment dimensions and weight
  3. Chinese pickup location and export handling
  4. Canadian gateway and final delivery location
  5. Incoterm
  6. Commodity / special handling
  7. Current carrier capacity and surcharges

Why LCL quotes can be misleading

LCL has consolidation and deconsolidation fees. Compare the full origin-to-door total, not only the ocean linehaul.

How to get a useful quote

Send supplier city, Canadian postal code, piece count, dimensions, weight, commodity, ready date and Incoterm. That is enough to compare sensible options.

Need a route-specific answer?

Use the quote form with your actual origin, destination, cargo dimensions/weight and timing. That turns a general guide into a usable shipment plan.

Have freight to move?

Send the lane, cargo type, approximate weight or dimensions, timing and pickup/delivery cities. We’ll use that to scope the right forwarding path.

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