Sea & air freight from China to Zimbabwe

Sea Freight

Sea freight offers options such as Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL). Delivery usually takes 20-40 days. This method is suitable for shipping large or heavy items and is relatively cost-effective.

Air Freight

Air freight operates on an airport-to-airport basis, making it ideal for goods that require fast delivery and have a higher chargeable weight.

Courier Services

Courier services typically deliver packages to the recipient within 3-8 days. Common courier companies include DHL, UPS, and FedEx. This method is suitable for small parcels.

Full Container Load (FCL) Ocean Freight from China to Zimbabwe

Container Specifications:
20-foot Standard Container (20'SC)
40-foot Standard Container (40'SC)
40-foot High Cube Container (40'HC)
Suitable Cargo:
These standard containers can accommodate a wide range of general cargo.
Major Chinese Ports of Departure:
Shenzhen: Shekou Port, Yantian Port, Chiwan Port
Guangzhou: Huangpu Port
Xiamen: Dongdu Port Area
Ningbo: Beilun Port Area
Shanghai: Shanghai Port
Qingdao: Qingdao Port
Zimbabwean Ports of Arrival:
Harare Port
Bulawayo Port
Note: Zimbabwe is a landlocked country. FCL shipments are primarily transported via Durban Port in South Africa (1,700 kilometers from Harare) and Beira Port in Mozambique (600 kilometers from Harare). Upon arrival at these ports, the goods are further transported to their final destinations in Zimbabwe using land or air freight.

Based on the information above:

20GP Container
Cheapest Shipping Company: ZIM
Ocean Freight: USD 1,650
40GP/40HC Container
Cheapest Shipping Company: ZIM
Ocean Freight: USD 2,050
Shipping Schedule
Departure Port: Zhongshan Port
Destination Port: Durban Port
Estimated Transit Time: Approximately 19 days

Breakdown of LCL Ocean Freight Costs to Zimbabwe:

Please note: The specific prices for LCL consolidation charges to various ports in Zimbabwe are available in the price list for LCL container ocean freight from Shenzhen Port to Bulawayo and Harare ports.

Air Freight Rates from China to Zimbabwe (Effective January 8, 2024 - January 15, 2024)

Air Freight Rates from Beijing Capital International Airport and Hong Kong International Airport to Harare International Airport:

The air freight service from Beijing Capital International Airport to Harare International Airport is designed for shipments weighing over 45KG, with an estimated transit time of 3-5 days. Emirates (EK) is the service provider. The freight rates are as follows:
For weights ranging from 45kg to 100KG, the freight rate is USD 9.5 per KG.
For weights between 100kg and 300KG, the freight rate is USD 6.7 per KG.
For weights exceeding 300KG, the freight rate is USD 5.8 per KG.

The air freight service from Hong Kong International Airport to Harare International Airport caters to shipments weighing over 45KG, also with an estimated transit time of 3-5 days. Emirates (EK) is the designated airline for this route. The freight rates are outlined below:
For shipments weighing between 45kg and 100KG, the freight rate is USD 8 per KG.
For weights ranging from 100kg to 500KG, the freight rate is USD 7 per KG.
For shipments weighing between 500kg and 1000kg, the freight rate is USD 6.7 per KG.
Airfreight companies serving China-to-Zimbabwe air cargo routes:
Emirates (EK), Ethiopian Airlines (ET)

Express Courier Costs from China to Zimbabwe

【Effective Price Period: January 1, 2024 - February 1, 2024】

Please note:

The above prices do not include fuel surcharges or customs duties applicable at the destination country or region.
DHL does not accept shipments for the following items:
Single items with a weight exceeding 300 kg
Shipments with a total weight exceeding 3,000 kg
Shipments with any single dimension exceeding 300 cm
Unpackaged or irregularly packaged items
The chargeable weight is determined by comparing the actual weight and dimensional weight of the shipment and selecting the higher value. For multiple shipments, the chargeable weight is calculated by adding up the greater of the actual weight or dimensional weight for each individual item. (Dimensional weight calculation formula: Length x Width x Height (cm) / 5000 = kg)

Please note:

The above rates do not include fuel surcharges or customs duties applicable in the destination country or region.
Channel Remarks: This channel currently does not accept single packages exceeding 67 kg in weight, 274 cm in any one dimension, or having a total length + 2 width + 2 height of more than 330 cm.
Weight-Based Pricing: The chargeable weight is determined by comparing the actual weight and dimensional weight of the package and using the higher value. For multiple packages, the chargeable weight is calculated by adding the larger of the actual weight and dimensional weight for each package.
Dimensional Weight Calculation: Dimensional weight (kg) = (length x width x height (cm)) / 5000

Please note:

The above shipping rates do not include fuel surcharges or customs duties applicable at the destination country or region.
UPS will refuse any shipment that exceeds any of the following conditions (with an additional surcharge of 2070 RMB per package for exceeding maximum limits):
1.The longest side (length) of any package exceeds 270cm;

2.The sum of the three dimensions of any package (i.e., (width + height) * 2 + length) exceeds 400cm;

3.The dimensional or billing weight of any package exceeds 70kg.

Billing for weight is based on the greater value between actual weight and dimensional weight. For multiple pieces, the billing weight is calculated by accumulating the greater of the actual or dimensional weight for each piece. (Dimensional weight is calculated as: Length x Width x Height (cm) / 5000 = KG)

Delivery Times for the Above Three Shipping Methods：

Estimated Transit Time from Shenzhen, China to Zimbabwe via DHL Express: 5-7 days
Estimated Delivery Time from Shenzhen, China to Zimbabwe via Hong Kong FEDEX Express: 8-10 days
Estimated transit time from Shenzhen, China to Zimbabwe via UPS : 6-8 days.
Note: No time limit commitment is provided for special circumstances. The timeliness of transportation may be affected by various factors such as weather, traffic conditions, customs, etc., therefore, we cannot guarantee that every package will arrive within the specified time frame.