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Air cargo shipment from China to Angola

The most complete information on air freight from China to Angola in 2026

Multiple airports in China provide air transportation services to Angola. Each airport has different advantages, and airlines have different timeliness and prices. The transportation timeliness is affected by many factors, and charter services are also available.

Airport for air cargo service from China to Angola

Air cargo services from China to Angola usually use large international airports in China as departure airports. These airports have international cargo facilities and services and can handle and transfer goods to Angola. For example,  Beijing Capital International Airport, Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, and Shanghai Pudong International Airport  are commonly used departure airports. They all have strong international cargo capabilities and provide air cargo services to Luanda, Angola, through different airlines.
 There are several airports in China that provide air cargo services to Angola. The main departure airports are:

Departure Airport Airport Code
Hong Kong International Airport Hong Kong
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport CAN
 Shanghai Pudong Airport PVG
 Ezhou Huahu Airport EHU
Beijing Capital Airport PEK
 Shenzhen Baoan Airport  SZX
  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG):  A globally leading air cargo hub, handling a large volume of goods such as electronics, machinery, and textiles. There are frequent flights to Angola, ensuring reliable and efficient air freight services.
  • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): The main hub in South China, specializing in the transportation of goods such as consumer goods and industrial equipment. It offers a competitive air freight option connected to Luanda, Angola.
  •  Shenzhen Baoan International Airport (SZX):  Located near the manufacturing center of China, it is an ideal place for the transportation of high-tech products and small goods, providing flexible schedules for air cargo flights to Angola.
  • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): Serving northern China, it is ideal for exporting pharmaceuticals, heavy machinery and bulk goods to Angola.
  • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): Renowned for its advanced logistics infrastructure and cargo handling capabilities, it offers seamless air freight services to Angola.

    • Arrival at the airport in Angola

  •  Luanda February 4 International Airport (LAD):  The largest and busiest airport in Angola, located in the capital Luanda, is the main gateway for international air transportation.
  •  Lubango Airport:  A secondary airport in Angola, also offering domestic and international flights. c
  •  Cabinda Airport:  Located in the Cabinda enclave in northern Angola, some Logistics Companies provide transportation services for this airport.

    •  These airports provide convenient transport channels for the air freight of goods from China to Angola, ensuring that the goods can reach their destinations quickly and safely.

     Airlines for Air Freight Services from China to Angola

     Air freight services for goods from China to Angola can be provided by several airlines. The following are some of the airlines that offer this service:

     Airline Company  Flight number Departure Airport Destination Airport  Flight Frequency  Route
    Ethiopian Airlines ET-071 EHU Ezhou Huahu Airport LAD Luanda 4/7 EHU-ADD-LAD
    Ethiopian Airlines ET-071 HKG Hong Kong LAD Luanda  D124567 (Daily) HKG-ADD-LAD
    Ethiopian Airlines ET-071 CAN Guangzhou LAD Luanda D2/4/6/7 CAN-ADD-LAD
     Emirates Airlines EK-176 HKG Hong Kong LAD Luanda Daily HKG-DWC-LAD
     TAP Air Portugal TP-047 CAN Guangzhou LAD Luanda 3/5 CAN-FRA/CDG/AMS-LIS-LAD
     Qatar Airways QR-157 CAN Guangzhou LAD Luanda D1/6 CAN-DOH-LAD
     TAP Air Portugal TP-047 PVG Pudong, Shanghai LAD Luanda Daily PVG-AMS/FRA-LIS-LAD
     Emirates Airlines EK-176 CAN Guangzhou LAD Luanda Daily CAN-DXB-LAD
  • Air China (CA):  As the national airline of China, it has an extensive route network and rich freight experience. It provides freight services to Angola at multiple airports in China, such as Beijing Capital International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
  • China Southern Airlines (CZ): One of the largest airlines in China, it has intensive flight resources at hub airports such as Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and can provide efficient air freight services for goods destined for Angola.
  • China Eastern Airlines (MU):  Based in Shanghai, it has a large number of cargo flights at Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Its routes cover Angola and it can undertake all kinds of air cargo business from China to Angola.
  •  Hainan Airlines (HU):  operates many international routes and has cargo flights at multiple airports in China, including Beijing and Shenzhen. It also provides air cargo services to Angola.
  •  Cathay Pacific (CX):  Based at Hong Kong International Airport, it has a strong cargo network and a professional cargo service team, providing reliable air freight solutions for goods from China to Angola.
  •  Emirates Airlines (EK):  As a globally renowned airline, it has a large hub in Dubai. Its route network covers the world. From some major airports in China, such as Shanghai, Guangzhou, Beijing, etc., goods can be transported to Angola via Dubai.
  • Ethiopian Airlines (ET): One of the largest airlines in Africa, with an extensive route network in the African region. Departing from airports in Shanghai, Guangzhou and other Chinese cities, and transferring through Addis Ababa in Ethiopia, goods can be quickly delivered to Angola.
  •  Etihad Airways (EY):  The national airline of the UAE, with Abu Dhabi as its hub, has flights to some cities in China and can provide air cargo services from China to Angola. Transshipment through Abu Dhabi ensures a certain delivery time.
  • Singapore Airlines (SQ): Centered in Singapore, its routes cover the world. Starting from multiple cities in China and transferring via Singapore, goods can be airlifted to Angola. Its freight service is known for its efficiency and safety.

    • Time required for air cargo from China to Angola airport

    The time for air - freight from China to Angola (the main destination is Luanda International Airport LAD) mainly depends on the transit route, the efficiency of transit hubs, flight connections and customs clearance time. Since there are no direct cargo flights between China and Angola, the goods need to be transferred through a third - party hub. The overall transportation time is usually 7 - 15 working days (specifically depending on the route). The following is a detailed time analysis of common transit routes:

  • Core influencing factors
  • Number of transfers:Most of the routes are “Depart from China → Transit country → Luanda”, only one transfer is required; very few complex routes may have two transfers (longer time).
  • Transfer hub efficiency:Transfer speed at hubs such as Dubai and Addis Ababa is fast (2-4 hours), while it may take 4-8 hours at Johannesburg, Paris, etc.
  •  Flight connection:  The belly cargo of passenger flights is restricted by the passenger schedule (for example, after the arrival of the late flight, the transfer can only be made on the next morning flight), while the connection of all-cargo aircraft is more flexible.
  • Customs clearance time:Angola customs clearance usually takes 1-3 working days (in case of complete documents and no inspection). If inspection or document problems occur, it may be extended to 5-7 days.
    • Airline Company Departure Airport  Transit time
    Ethiopian Airlines EHU Ezhou Huahu Airport 3 - 5 days
    Ethiopian Airlines HKG Hong Kong 3 - 5 days
    Ethiopian Airlines CAN Guangzhou 3 - 5 days
     Emirates Airlines HKG Hong Kong 3 - 5 days
     TAP Air Portugal CAN Guangzhou 5 - 7 days
     Qatar Airways CAN Guangzhou 3 - 5 days
     TAP Air Portugal PVG Pudong, Shanghai 7 - 15 days
     Emirates Airlines CAN Guangzhou 2 - 7 days
  • Tip: Customs clearance and other delays
  • Customs clearance time: If the documents are complete (bill of lading, invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, quality inspection report, etc.), the Angola Customs usually completes customs clearance within 1-3 working days; if the goods are subject to inspection (probability about 10%-20%) or require special permits (such as food and medicine), it may be extended to 5-7 days.
  • Weather/Strike:Extreme weather (such as heavy rain during the rainy season in Angola) or local logistics strikes may cause delays of 1-3 days in transit or last-mile delivery.
  • Chartered flight service: If you choose a chartered flight (such as a whole freighter), the time can be shortened to 5-8 working days (no need to transfer and wait), but the cost is relatively high (about 2-3 times that of ordinary transfer).

    • Air freight charter flights from China to Angola airport

    Several airports in China (e.g. Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong) provide chartered cargo flights to Luanda International Airport (LAD) in Angola. Ethiopian Airlines (ET) has a close cooperation with Angolan customs and can assist with pre - clearance, which shortens the clearance time by 1 - 3 working days.

    Airport (China)  Destination Airport Airline Company
     Shanghai Pudong (PVG)

    Luanda (LAD)
     

    		 Emirates Airlines (EK)
     Shanghai Pudong (PVG) Ethiopian Airlines (ET)
    Beijing Capital (PEK) Air France (AF)
    Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) South African Airways (SA)
     Shenzhen Baoan (SZX) DHL Aviation
     Zhengzhou Xinzheng (CGO) China Southern Airlines (CZ)
    Hong Kong (HKG)  Cathay Pacific (CX)

     There are a variety of cargo charter flights from major Chinese airports to Luanda International Airport (LAD) in Angola. The main routes include the following:

  •  Emirates offers a Boeing 777F freighter service five times a week from Hong Kong to Luanda via Dubai, suitable for the rapid transport of high-value electronics.
  • Ethiopian Airlines operates 3 weekly cargo flights from Hong Kong and Ezhou via Addis Ababa to Luanda, Angola, using Boeing 787F/737F aircraft. It is an economical option for general cargo transportation.
  •  Qatar Airways offers four Airbus A330F cargo flights a week from Guangzhou via Doha, with outstanding transit efficiency.
  •  Among European airlines, KLM's Shanghai - Amsterdam route, Lufthansa's Beijing - Frankfurt route and TAP Air Portugal's Guangzhou - Lisbon route are suitable for the transportation of temperature - controlled drugs, precision instruments and over - sized and overweight goods respectively.
  •  For special requirements, Cargolux Airlines International and SF Express Airlines provide charter services for direct cargo flights from Shanghai or Guangzhou.

    •  Please note that all commercial flights need to be booked 3 - 5 days in advance. Dangerous goods need to be declared separately. Customs clearance in Angola usually takes 1 - 2 working days. It is recommended to prepare complete customs declaration documents in advance. The cut - off time for each airport is generally 6 - 8 hours before departure. Specific flight information may be adjusted according to seasons.

    Reference price for air freight from China to Angola airport

    The air freight price from China to Angola is affected by many factors, including  the type of goods, weight/volume, route, airline, shipping time, season , etc. The flights are operated by Air China, China Southern Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines (ET), Emirates Airlines (EK), Qatar Airways (QR), etc. Different airlines have different pricing.

     Airline Company  Flight number Departure Airport Price range (¥/kg) Reference price (¥) Channel Description
    Ethiopian Airlines ET-071 EHU Ezhou Huahu Airport 45.20 - 59.20 8466.90 General cargo - delivery price in Ezhou; Please inquire separately for delivery in Guangzhou and Shenzhen! Confirm the price and positioning before shipment
    Ethiopian Airlines ET-071 HKG Hong Kong 47.92 - 64.48 9128.32 None
    Ethiopian Airlines ET-071 CAN Guangzhou 48.30 - 62.23 9194.50 General cargo - Delivery price in Guangzhou (deliver to Guangzhou Zhongji Logistics Warehouse)! Confirm the price and positioning before shipment
     Emirates Airlines EK-176 HKG Hong Kong 55.64 - 67.42 9934.76 None
     TAP Air Portugal TP-047 CAN Guangzhou 54.30 - 76.23 10697.50 Light cargo +2; Single inquiry for overweight and oversized cargo. CZ head journey: CAN-FRA/CDG/AMS-LIS-DEST
     Qatar Airways QR-157 CAN Guangzhou 60.30 - 64.00 10759.00 General cargo - Delivery price in Guangzhou (deliver to Guangzhou Zhongji Logistics Warehouse)! Confirm the price and positioning before shipment
     TAP Air Portugal TP-047 PVG Pudong, Shanghai 59.00 - 64.50 (Special Instructions) 10876.50  Confirm the price and positioning before shipment; Batteries are not accepted; Please inquire separately for overweight and oversize goods
     Emirates Airlines EK-176 CAN Guangzhou 56.50 - 74.43 11037.90 None

    Summary: Ethiopian Airlines (departing from Ezhou/Guangzhou) offers the best price (¥45-62/kg), while UAE and Portugal Airlines are more expensive but cover more transit hubs. The channel should be selected according to the type of goods, place of origin and timeliness requirements. Be sure to confirm the real-time price and positioning before shipping.
     Key factors affecting price
     Routes and transit:  There are few direct flights, and most of them need to be transferred, which may increase the cost and timeliness.
    Timeliness:Express delivery takes 3-5 days with a higher price and may incur an additional 50%-100% buzz fee. Regular delivery takes 7-10 days with a lower price and is suitable for non-urgent goods.
    Seasonal fluctuations:During peak seasons, such as before Christmas and after the Chinese New Year, freight rates may increase by 20% - 30%.
    Additional fees: Fuel surcharge, security inspection fee, customs declaration fee.
     The following is a reference for the air freight prices from major Chinese airports to Angola airports in June 2026 (in US dollars):  

  • From Guangzhou Baiyun Airport toAngolaairport, the air freight price is about 4.00 to 6.00 US dollars per kilogram.
  • From Hong Kong International Airport toAngolaairport, the air freight price is about US$4.30 to US$5.80 per kilogram.
  • From Shenzhen Baoan International Airport to theAngolaairport, the air freight price is approximately US$4.20 to US$5.40 per kilogram.
  • From Ezhou Huahu International Airport to Angola airport, the air freight price is about $4.30 to $5.30 per kilogram.
  • From Shanghai Pudong International Airport to the Angola airport, the air freight price is about US$4.40 to US$5.40 per kilogram.

    • From Beijing Capital International Airport to the Angola airport, the air freight price is approximately US$4.80 to US$5.90 per kilogram.