Chinese air cargo transportation to Uzbekistan airport
Which airports in China provide international cargo air services to Uzbekistan airports?
The core airports in China that provide international cargo air services to Uzbekistan International Airport include: Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO, Henan), with four B767F all-cargo flights per week from Central Asia Airlines (C6) to Tashkent; Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG, Shanghai), with 5-7 all-cargo flights per week from Uzbekistan Airlines (HY) and two direct flights per week from Central Asia Airlines (C6) to Tashkent; Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY, Shaanxi), with four all-cargo flights per week from Turkey Airlines (TK) and regular flights from YTO Airlines (YG) to Tashkent; in addition, Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA, Shandong) and Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport (SJW, Hebei) have regular all-cargo flights from Turkey Magu Airlines (MNG) and Central Asia Airlines (C6) to major cities in Uzbekistan.
| Full name of the airport (three-character code) | City | Provinces | Cargo route (company/flight number/frequency) | Location and size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO) | Zhengzhou | Henan Province | Central Asia Airlines (C6): C6712 (Zhengzhou → Tashkent, 4 flights per week, B767F all-cargo aircraft) Zhongdaemun Logistics (Charter): Zhengzhou → Tashkent → Istanbul/Zurich (1 flight per week) |
Located in Zhengzhou Airport District, the cargo and mail throughput in the first three quarters of 2024 was 571,000 tons, a year-on-year increase of 33.2%, ranking sixth in the country. |
| Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) | Xi'an | Shaanxi Province | Turkey Airlines (TK): TK727 (Xi'an → Tashkent, 4 flights per week, all cargo aircraft) YTO Airlines (YG): YG9047 (Xi'an → Tashkent, 4 flights per week, B757F all-cargo aircraft) YTO Airlines (YG): YG9907 (Xi'an → Tashkent, 2 flights per week, B757F all-cargo aircraft) |
Located in Weicheng District, Xianyang City, with 127 parking bays and a cargo area of 25,000 square meters, the largest air cargo hub in the northwest region. |
| Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW) | Lanzhou | Gansu Province | Gansu International Logistics (Charter): Lanzhou → Tashkent (2 flights per week, B757-200F full cargo aircraft) | Located in Lanzhou New Area, after the third phase of expansion, the T3 terminal has been put into use, and the freight facilities have been upgraded. In 2024, a new "Lanzhou-Tashkent" route will be opened, with an expected annual freight throughput of 1,600 tons. |
| Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) | Shanghai | Shanghai Municipal | Uzbekistan Airlines (HY): HY282 (Shanghai → Tashkent, 5-7 flights per week, all cargo aircraft) Central Asia Airlines (C6): C6712 (Shanghai → Tashkent, 2 flights per week, B767F all-cargo aircraft) |
China's largest cargo hub with 4 runways, with a cargo throughput of over 4 million tons in 2024, ranking among the top three in the world, providing full cargo aircraft and belly cargo services. |
| Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA) | Jinan | Shandong Province | Turkey MNG: Jinan → Navoi (Uzbekistan) → Tel Aviv (2 flights per week, A330-300F all cargo aircraft) | Located in Licheng District, Jinan City, the first freight route to Uzbekistan was opened in 2022, mainly transporting auto parts and cross-border e-commerce goods, with a single capacity of 60 tons. |
| Ezhou Huahu Airport (EHU) | Ezhou | Hubei Province | SF Express Airlines (O3): Ezhou → Tashkent → Ostrava (2 flights per week, B767 all-cargo aircraft) | Asia's first professional freight hub will open the "Ezhou-Tashkent-Ostrava" route in 2024, focusing on serving cross-border e-commerce and high-end manufacturing. |
| Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport (SJW) | Shijiazhuang | Hebei Province | Central Asia Airlines (C6): C6632 (Shijiazhuang → Tashkent, 3 flights per week, B767F all-cargo aircraft) | Located in Zhengding County, Shijiazhuang City, in 2024, the cargo and mail throughput was 68,800 tons, the international cargo volume increased by 154% year-on-year, and the single-shift capacity was 50 tons, focusing on transporting cross-border e-commerce and cold chain products. |
| Yining Airport (YIN) | Yining | Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region | YTO Airlines (YG): YG9907 (Yining → Tashkent, 3 flights per week, ARJ21 all-cargo aircraft) | Located in Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, the third largest aviation port in Xinjiang, the first international cargo route will be opened in 2024, using domestically produced ARJ21 aircraft with a single load capacity of about 5 tons. |
Which airlines provide cargo services from China to Uzbekistan airports?
Central Asia Airlines (C6) operates direct all-cargo flights from Zhengzhou (4 flights per week, C6712), Shanghai (2 flights per week, C6713), and Shijiazhuang (3 flights per week, C6632) to Tashkent, mainly transporting cross-border e-commerce, electronic products, and cold chain food; Uzbekistan Airlines (HY) has opened direct all-cargo flights from Shanghai (5-7 flights per week, HY282) and Beijing (2 flights per week, HY281) to Tashkent, covering electronic products, textiles, machinery and equipment, etc.; Turkey Airlines (TK) operates 4 flights per week (TK727) from Xi'an to Tashkent, focusing on transporting electronic products and automotive parts; Turkey Magnum Airlines (MNG) operates 2 flights per week (MNG456) to Jinan via Navoi route, transporting car parts and cross-border e-commerce goods; In addition, Qatar Airlines (QR) operates one flight per week (QR8875) via Doha, and UAE Airlines (EK) operates one flight per day (EK2086) via Dubai to Tashkent, mainly transporting electronic products and cross-border e-commerce goods through the belly of passenger aircraft or cargo aircraft.
| Airlines | Route (Departure → Destination) | Flight number | Frequency | Remarks (main types of transported goods) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Asia Airlines (C6) | Zhengzhou → Tashkent | C6712 | 4 classes per week | Cross-border e-commerce, electronic products |
| Central Asia Airlines (C6) | Shanghai → Tashkent | C6713 | 2 classes per week | Cross-border e-commerce, electronic products |
| Central Asia Airlines (C6) | Shijiazhuang → Tashkent | C6632 | 3 classes per week | Mainly transporting cross-border e-commerce goods and cold chain food, all-cargo aircraft |
| Uzbekistan Airlines (HY) | Shanghai → Tashkent | HY282 | 5 and 7 shifts per week | Full cargo transportation, focusing on high value-added goods such as electronic products and textiles, relying on the belly resources of Shanghai's top three global cargo hubs |
| Uzbekistan Airlines (HY) | Beijing Capital → Tashkent | HY281 | 2 classes per week | The entire cargo aircraft route mainly transports machinery and equipment, automotive parts, and radiates to North China and Northeast China using the location advantage of the Beijing hub |
| Turkey Airlines (TK) | Xi'an Xianyang → Tashkent | TK727 | 4 classes per week | Full freighter transportation, relying on the 25,000 square meter freight station of the largest freight hub in northwest Xi'an, focusing on the transportation of electronic products and auto parts 2 |
| Turkey's Managua Airlines (MNG) | Jinan Remote Wall → Navoi | MNG456 | 2 classes per week | The all-cargo aircraft stops in Uzbekistan, with a single shift capacity of 60 tons, forming a logistics network of "Jinan-Central Asia-Middle East", transporting automobile parts and cross-border e-commerce goods 89 |
| Qatar Airways (QR) | Shenzhen → Doha → Tashkent | QR8875 | 1 shift per week | Electronic products, cross-border e-commerce |
| UAE Airlines (EK) | Shenzhen → Dubai → Tashkent | EK2086 | 1 shift per day | Electronic products, cross-border e-commerce, airplane belly cargo |
How long does it take for Chinese air cargo to arrive at Uzbekistan airport?
The fastest time for air cargo from China to Uzbekistan airport can be 2-3 days (direct flight + pre-clearance), and the slowest may take more than 7 days (transit flight + customs clearance delay). Direct flights such as Zhengzhou (CGO), Xi'an (XIY) to Tashkent (TAS) take 4-5 hours, plus regular customs clearance for 1-3 days, with a total flight time of about 3-5 days; direct flights from Shanghai (PVG) and Beijing (PEK) take about 6-8 hours, with a total flight time of 4-6 days. Transit routes (such as Shenzhen via Doha/Dubai) require an additional 6-24 hours of transit, with a total time limit of 4-7 days. During the customs clearance process, general cargo usually takes 1-3 days, but if the documents are incomplete, sensitive goods are involved, or during the peak season of e-commerce, it may be extended to 5-7 days. Choosing a professional freight forwarder can optimize the timeliness through services such as pre-clearance and charter flights. It is recommended to plan in advance according to the urgency of the goods.
Time limit for direct flights
Direct flights are the fastest transportation method. The flight time from major hub cities in China to airports such as Tashkent (TAS) in Uzbekistan is usually 4-8 hours, depending on the departure location.
Zhengzhou (CGO) → Tashkent (TAS) : Central Asia Airlines C6712 flights 4 times a week, B767F all-cargo aircraft direct flight about 4-5 hours;
Shanghai (PVG) → Tashkent (TAS) : Uzbekistan Airlines HY282 operates 5-7 times a week, with a full cargo flight of about 8 hours and 10 minutes;
Xi'an (XIY) → Tashkent (TAS) : Changlong Airlines GJ8765 twice a week, Airbus A320 flight about 5 hours and 10 minutes;
Time limit for connecting flights
The transit route needs to be connected through Middle Eastern or European hubs (such as Doha and Dubai), and the total transportation time is usually 1-3 days longer than direct flights. The main reasons are the transit waiting time (6-24 hours) and flight connection efficiency.
Shenzhen (SZX) → Doha (DOH) → Tashkent (TAS) : Qatar Airlines QR8875 operates once a week, with a layover in Doha for 6-24 hours, and a total flight time of about 13-24 hours;
Shenzhen (SZX) → Dubai (DXB) → Tashkent (TAS) : UAE Airlines EK2086 operates once a day, with a layover in Dubai for 1.5-21 hours, and the total flight time is about 1-2 days.
III. Customs clearance time
The regular duration of customs clearance in Uzbekistan and the key factors affecting customs clearance efficiency, including document completeness, cargo type, and holidays.
Incomplete documents : such as the lack of commercial invoices, certificates of origin, may be delayed 2-5 days;
Sensitive goods : food and drugs need to be inspected and quarantined, and the review time will be increased by 3-5 days;
Peak season impact : e-commerce promotion period (such as "Double 11") customs clearance volume surges, may be extended to 5-7 days.
IV. Freight forwarding services
Professional agents can optimize whole-link timeliness and reduce risks.
Charter service: door-to-door full agency, shorten 1-2 days.
Customs clearance pre-audit: AEO certified agents can submit hearing documents in advance, reducing the risk of customs refund and increasing customs clearance efficiency by 30%.
Multimodal transportation: a combination of railway and air transportation, balancing cost and efficiency.
Summary
The fastest time : direct flights + pre-clearance can achieve 2-3 days door-to-door delivery;
The slowest time : connecting flight + customs clearance delay may take more than 7 days.
What are the cargo charter flights from China to Uzbekistan Airport?
Cargo charter flights from China to Uzbekistan airports mainly include: Northwest Cargo Airlines from Xi'an (XIY) to Tashkent (TAS) operates once a week, using B757-200F aircraft to transport mechanical parts, electronic products, etc.; Southern Airlines Logistics from Urumqi (URC) to Tashkent (TAS) operates twice a week (Monday and Wednesday), focusing on cross-border e-commerce and specialty product import and export; Central Asia Airlines from Zhengzhou (CGO) to Tashkent (TAS) operates four times a week, with B767F all-cargo aircraft flying directly and connecting to the European market; Gansu Civil Aviation Logistics from Lanzhou (LHW) to Tashkent (TAS) operates two times a week, transporting mechanical equipment, lithium-containing battery goods, etc.; Central Asia Airlines from Qingdao (TAO) to Tashkent (TAS) operates three times a week, with stops Later extended to the Czech Republic, attracting transshipment goods from East and South China.
| Departure airport (code) | Destination airport (code) | Airlines | Frequency | Transportation features and advantages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xi'an (XIY) | Tashkent (TAS) | Northwest cargo | 1 shift per week | B757-200F model, transportation machinery parts, communication equipment, electronic products and specialty agricultural products, serving the local industrial supply chain needs. |
| Urumqi (URC) | Tashkent (TAS) | China Southern Airlines Logistics | Two classes per week (Monday and Wednesday) | Transporting cross-border e-commerce express delivery, clothing, and imported specialty products such as Uzbek red wine and bay leaves. |
| Zhengzhou (CGO) | Tashkent (TAS) | Central Asia Aviation | 4 classes per week | B767F all-cargo aircraft flies directly, transporting cross-border e-commerce goods, connecting European markets such as Istanbul and Zurich. |
| Lanzhou (LHW) | Tashkent (TAS) | Gansu Civil Aviation | 2 classes per week | B757-200F model, transportation machinery and equipment, goods containing lithium batteries, small commodities. |
| Qingdao (TAO) | Tashkent (TAS) | Central Asia Aviation | 3 classes per week | Stop in Tashkent and head to Ostrava, Czech Republic to transport auto parts, clothing, and electronic products, attracting transshipment of goods from East and South China. |
How much is the air freight price from China to Uzbekistan airport per kilogram?
The price of air freight from China to Tashkent Airport in Uzbekistan varies depending on the departure city, airline, and cargo weight. For example, Southern Airlines from Urumqi (URC) to Tashkent (TAS) charges 25 yuan/kg for 100kg +, 22 yuan/kg for 300kg +, 21 yuan/kg for 500kg +, and 20 yuan/kg for 1000kg +. Central Asia Airlines from Zhengzhou (CGO) and Qingdao (TAO) to Tashkent (TAS) charges 23/20/18/16 yuan/kg and 25/22/20/18 yuan/kg respectively. Northwest Cargo Airlines from Xi'an (XIY) to Tashkent (TAS) charges 24/21/19/17 yuan/kg, and Gansu Civil Aviation from Lanzhou (LHW) to Tashkent (TAS) charges 23/20/18/16 yuan/kg. Ordinary goods have lower prices. Special goods such as lithium batteries and fresh produce require an additional handling fee of 2-5 yuan/kg. During e-commerce promotion seasons (such as "Double 11" and "Black Friday"), prices usually increase by 15% -20%. It is recommended to book in advance, and the fuel surcharge accounts for about 10% -15% of the basic shipping fee. The pick-up fee at remote airports is additional.
| Route | Airlines/operators | 100kg+ (RMB/kg) | 300kg+ (RMB/kg) | 500kg+ (RMB/kg) | 1000kg+ (RMB/kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urumqi (URC) → Tashkent (TAS) | China Southern Airlines | 25 | 22 | 21 | 20 |
| Zhengzhou (CGO) → Tashkent (TAS) | Central Asia Aviation | 23 | 20 | 18 | 16 |
| Xi'an (XIY) → Tashkent (TAS) | Northwest cargo | 24 | 21 | 19 | 17 |
| Lanzhou (LHW) → Tashkent (TAS) | Gansu Civil Aviation | 23 | 20 | 18 | 16 |
| Qingdao (TAO) → Tashkent (TAS) | Central Asia Aviation | 25 | 22 | 20 | 18 |
Type of goods: General goods (such as mechanical parts, clothing) are cheaper, and special goods such as lithium batteries and fresh food need to pay an additional handling fee of 2-5 yuan/kg.
Seasonal fluctuations: e-commerce promotion season (such as "Double 11", "Black Friday") prices usually increase by 15% -20%, it is recommended to book 1-2 weeks in advance.
Additional charges: Fuel surcharge accounts for about 10% -15% of the basic freight rate, and the pick-up fee at remote airports is calculated separately.