Professional Air Freight Forwarder in China
Trusted IATA-certified air cargo service via top airline partners: EK, QR, LH, CA, CZ, NH, KZ, CX, UPS and Cargolux. Expert handling of general cargo, express, charter, and dangerous goods from leading Chinese airports.
Leading Air Freight Forwarder for Urgent and High-Value Cargo
Air freight is the fastest way to move cargo out of China and the top mode for high-value, time-sensitive, or perishable shipments. As an IATA-certified leading air freight forwarder, TheWan books professional air cargo space on scheduled passenger flights, dedicated freighters, and chartered aircraft from China's eight major airports.
Our expert team holds principal agency status with the top global airlines: Lufthansa Cargo (LH/CV), Emirates SkyCargo (EK), Qatar Airways Cargo (QR), Air China (CA), China Southern (CZ), All Nippon Airways (NH), Nippon Cargo (KZ), Cathay Pacific (CX), Korean Air (KE), UPS, FedEx, and Cargolux. Allocated space and trusted rates secure professional service even in peak seasons.
Beyond standard general air cargo, our DGR-certified specialists ship dangerous goods (UN3480 lithium batteries, UN3481 batteries with equipment, UN3090 lithium metal, Class 3 flammable liquids, Class 8 corrosives, Class 9 misc), temperature-controlled pharma cargo through the IATA CEIV Pharma corridor, and live animals under IATA LAR. Every shipment receives expert handling from booking through delivery.
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| Region | Top Airline Partners | Transit | Common Destinations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Europe | LH, CV, CA, CZ, MH, CV, UPS, TG | 3-5 days | FRA, CDG, AMS, LHR, MAD, FCO |
| Middle East & Africa | EK, QR, EY, SV | 2-4 days | DXB, DOH, AUH, JED, RUH, JNB, CAI |
| Russia & Central Asia | SU, UN, LO, HY | 2-3 days | SVO, DME, LED, ALA, TAS |
| Japan & Northeast Asia | NH, KZ, CX, KE | 1-2 days | NRT, KIX, HND, ICN |
| South America | CX, E6, JW, M6, QT, SA, BA | 4-6 days | GRU, SCL, BOG, LIM, EZE |
| North America | CX, UPS, FedEx, CV | 3-5 days | LAX, JFK, ORD, SFO, YYZ |
Trusted Airline Partners for Every Region
Direct airline agency status across six top regions with expert booking specialists for each market.
Europe Corridor
Top airlines LH, CV, CA, CZ, MH, CV, UPS, TG. Daily departures from PVG, PEK, CAN, SZX to FRA, CDG, AMS, LHR.
Middle East & Africa
Expert booking via EK, QR, EY, SV to Dubai (DXB), Doha (DOH), Abu Dhabi (AUH), Jeddah (JED). Sea-air via Dubai cuts cost.
Russia & Central Asia
Direct service via SU, UN, LO, HY to Moscow (SVO, DME), Almaty (ALA), Tashkent (TAS). Trusted DGR handling.
Japan & Korea
Top frequency: NH, KZ, CX, KE to Tokyo (NRT/HND), Osaka (KIX), Seoul (ICN). Same-day pickup possible.
South America
Trusted partners CX, E6, JW, M6, QT, SA, BA to Sao Paulo (GRU), Santiago (SCL), Lima (LIM), Buenos Aires (EZE).
North America
Professional service via CX, UPS, FedEx, CV to LAX, JFK, ORD, SFO. Express express options to all 48 states.
Air Freight for Every Cargo Type
Our professional air team handles every cargo category, from delicate electronics to bulk pharma.
Electronics & Semiconductors
Professional handling for high-value electronics, ICs, modules. Trusted secure protocols.
Fashion & Apparel
Top service for fast-fashion brands needing 5-day China-to-store transit.
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Expert temperature-controlled pharma via IATA CEIV corridor. Active reefer ULDs.
Perishables & Seafood
Trusted cold chain to Tokyo, Seoul, Dubai for fresh produce, seafood, premium food.
Samples & Sourcing
Small parcel and sample shipments via courier or consolidated air at top contract rates.
Emergency & Charter
Air charter for project cargo, urgent line-down emergencies, or restricted destinations.
Recent Shipping Cases from Top Importers
Recent air freight shipments by our expert team across top global routes.
40HQ Auto Parts to Hamburg
Pharma Samples to Frankfurt
Furniture to Łódź
Multi-supplier Cargo to NYC
DDP Electronics to London
Mining Equipment to Chile
Cold Chain to Dubai
Urgent Machinery to Moscow
See Our Professional Freight Operations
Step inside the daily work of a leading China freight forwarder. Real shipments, real teams, real results.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Top questions our expert team answers from importers worldwide. Need a specific answer? Reach a professional on WhatsApp.
How do I request a freight quote from TheWan?
Send a WhatsApp message to +86 183 6629 7772 with cargo description, weight or CBM, dimensions, origin, destination, and target shipping date. Our expert team replies with a transparent quote within a few working hours.
Are you a licensed and trusted freight forwarder?
Yes. TheWan holds a Class-A international freight forwarding license from China's Ministry of Commerce. We act as a professional NVOCC, registered air cargo agent, and customs declaration unit at all major Chinese ports.
What payment methods does your team accept?
We accept telegraph transfer (T/T) in USD, EUR, CNY, and HKD, plus Alipay and WeChat Pay for domestic charges. Top corporate clients use net-15 or net-30 credit terms after credit review.
Do you provide cargo insurance?
Yes. As a leading freight forwarder, we book all-risk marine cargo insurance through ICBC-AXA, PICC, and Ping An partners. Standard coverage is 110% of CIF value at approximately 0.08% premium for general cargo.
Can I track my shipment in real time?
Yes. Our trusted team provides shipment tracking through carrier portals, MSK Spot, COSCO eTracking, IATA Cargo XML, and our internal dashboard. Status updates also reach you on WhatsApp at each milestone.
How long has TheWan been operating?
TheWan Global Logistics (Qingdao Wancheng International Logistics Co., Ltd) was founded in 2016. The professional team has nearly a decade of expert experience moving cargo from China to top markets in Europe, North America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and South America.
Which airlines does your expert team work with?
Top airline partners by region: Europe via LH, CV, CA, CZ, MH, UPS, TG; Middle East and Africa via EK, QR, EY, SV; Russia and Central Asia via SU, UN, LO, HY; Japan via NH, KZ, CX; South America via CX, E6, JW, M6, QT, SA, BA.
How long does air freight from China to Europe take?
Standard air freight: PVG/PEK/CAN to FRA/CDG/AMS/LHR runs 3-5 days door-to-airport. Express airline service (door-to-door) takes 4-7 days. Charter services move in 1-2 days for urgent project cargo.
What is the difference between general cargo, express, and air charter?
General air cargo books space on scheduled passenger or freighter flights at the lowest rate. Express service guarantees space and speed at a premium. Air charter dedicates an entire aircraft for project cargo, restricted destinations, or extreme urgency.
Which Chinese airports do you ship from?
Primary airports: Shanghai Pudong (PVG), Beijing Capital (PEK), Beijing Daxing (PKX), Guangzhou (CAN), Shenzhen (SZX), Hangzhou (HGH), Qingdao (TAO), Hong Kong (HKG). We pick the airport with best rates and routing for each shipment.
Can you ship lithium batteries by air?
Yes. As a professional dangerous goods (DGR) certified agent, we ship UN3480 lithium batteries, UN3481 lithium batteries packed with equipment, and UN3090 lithium metal batteries. MSDS, UN38.3 test report, and proper packaging required.
What is the minimum air freight weight?
Minimum chargeable weight for consolidated air freight is typically 45 kg or higher; below that, we recommend international courier (DHL, FedEx, UPS) which our expert team also arranges at discounted contract rates.
How is air freight chargeable weight calculated?
Chargeable weight is the greater of gross weight (kg) or volumetric weight (L × W × H in cm / 6000). Top airlines apply this rule globally. Our team optimizes packaging to lower volumetric weight where possible.
Can you arrange door-to-door air freight?
Yes. Our professional door-to-door air freight includes factory pickup, export customs, airline handling, flight, destination airport handling, import customs, and final delivery. Available worldwide through trusted overseas agent partners.
Do you handle perishable and pharma air cargo?
Yes. Our expert team books temperature-controlled CRAF/COOL containers, IATA CEIV Pharma corridor (Lufthansa, Emirates, Qatar), and active reefer ULDs for vaccines, biotech, fresh produce, and seafood.
What is the typical air freight transit time to the USA?
Standard air freight from China to USA: PVG/CAN/PEK to LAX/JFK/ORD/SFO runs 3-5 days door-to-airport. Premium express service via UPS, FedEx, or top passenger carriers reaches major US cities in 2-4 days door-to-door.