💰 Current Freight Rates
| Weight | Rate (USD / KG) |
|---|---|
| 1 KG | USD 21.22 |
| 2 KG | USD 14.28 |
| 3 KG | USD 11.96 |
| 4 KG | USD 10.81 |
| 5 KG | USD 10.11 |
| 6 KG | USD 10.81 |
| 7 KG | USD 10.31 |
| 8 KG | USD 9.94 |
| 9 KG | USD 9.65 |
| 10 KG | USD 9.42 |
| 11 KG | USD 9.86 |
| 12 KG | USD 9.65 |
| 13 KG | USD 9.47 |
| 14 KG | USD 9.32 |
| 15 KG | USD 9.19 |
| 16 KG | USD 9.07 |
| 17 KG | USD 9.79 |
| 18 KG | USD 9.65 |
| 19 KG | USD 9.53 |
| 20 KG | USD 9.42 |
📋 Service Details
China to Czechia — Air Small Parcel FO-SI6-1
Express air small-parcel service from China to Czechia, covering packages from 0.5 KG up to 50 KG. Channel FO-SI6-1 applies a volumetric divisor of 6,000 (volumetric ÷ 6,000). Chargeable weight = max(actual weight, L × W × H cm ÷ 6,000). Minimum billable weight: 50 g. All prices displayed in USD.
Current Rate — 2026-05-14
| Weight Range | Rate (USD/KG) |
|---|---|
| 0 – 2 KG | USD 7.16 |
| 2 – 20 KG | USD 7.16 |
Shipments entering Czechia must comply with Czech Customs Administration. B2C parcels valued below €150 may qualify for IOSS simplified import. Goods above €150 are subject to customs duties plus local VAT.
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ℹ️ Additional Information
Service Coverage & Restrictions
Coverage: Czechia nationwide (remote islands and military addresses excluded).
Weight: 0.5 KG – 50 KG per parcel.
Volumetric divisor: 6,000 — higher of actual or volumetric weight is billed.
Declared value: Must not exceed €150. Accurate HS codes mandatory.
Prohibited Items
- Dangerous goods and hazardous materials
- Lithium batteries (standalone or oversized) — enquire for battery channels
- Counterfeit or brand-infringing goods
- Liquids, powders, and pastes exceeding airline limits
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Once your shipment is in transit you may want to verify status or look up official duty rates. The following third-party tools and government portals are often useful for shipments to Czechia:
External resources are provided for reference and open in a new tab. Always confirm current rules with your customs broker before shipping.
📊 China to Czechia — Shipping Reference Data
| Main air gateways | the main gateway airport |
|---|---|
| Destination customs authority | the national EU customs authority |
| De-minimis / duty-free threshold | EUR 150 |
| Import tax & duty regime | Import VAT 17–27%; duty 0–12% by TARIC |
| Local currency | EUR |
| Typical clearance / dwell time | 3–6 days |
| Peak / busy season | Sep–Nov |
| Conformity & certification | CE marking + IOSS for low-value parcels |
Thresholds and duty bands are buyer-planning references, not formal customs rulings — confirm the exact HS-code rate for your goods before shipping.
🧰 Free 3D Loading Tools for This Air Route
This page covers a Air freight service from China to Czechia. Use the matching tool below to plan your cargo before requesting a quote.
3D Carton Packing Calculator
Before tendering this Air Small Parcel – FO-SI6-1 shipment, check how many units really fit per carton — the 3D packing tool computes layers, rotation, and protective gaps for your exact product dimensions.
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- Confirm whether the Czechia rate includes fuel and security surcharges or lists them separately.
- Book 2-3 days before your target ETD; same-day air bookings usually carry premium rates.
- Label every carton with destination, carton number, and total count (e.g. 3/12).
- Shrink-wrap and corner-protect cartons — air cargo is transloaded multiple times.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Air Small Parcel – FO-SI6-1 from China to Czechia take?
Air freight on this route runs about 5–10 business days door-to-door, plus roughly 3–6 days of clearance/dwell once it reaches the gateway. All times include customs clearance under DDP terms.
What duties and taxes apply when importing into Czechia?
Clearance is handled by the national EU customs authority. The regime is: Import VAT 17–27%; duty 0–12% by TARIC, with a de-minimis position of EUR 150. Under DDP these are pre-paid, so nothing is collected on arrival.
What certification is needed to import into Czechia?
For regulated goods, plan for: CE marking + IOSS for low-value parcels. Missing conformity paperwork is the most common clearance hold with the national EU customs authority, so confirm requirements for your HS code before shipping.
When does capacity tighten on the China–Czechia lane?
Space and rates tighten around Sep–Nov, plus the China-side windows of Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) and Golden Week (early Oct). Book 1–2 weeks earlier in these periods.
How is the shipping cost on this route calculated?
We compare actual gross weight against volumetric weight (L×W×H ÷ 6000) and charge the greater, rounded up to the next kilogram, then apply the per-KG rate shown in the table above.
Can you ship special cargo (batteries, branded goods) to Czechia?
Yes — battery cargo by air follows IATA PI966/PI967; we run certified battery channels via the main gateway airport. Brand-goods and DG paperwork are handled within the DDP service. Surcharges apply.
📈 Historical Price Records
All price updates are recorded here. Use the weekly tabs to browse older entries.
| Date | 0-2KG | 2-20KG |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-20Latest | USD 21.22 | USD 14.28 |
| 2026-07-17 | USD 21.15 | USD 14.20 |
| 2026-07-14 | USD 21.14 | USD 14.19 |
| 2026-07-07 | USD 21.12 | USD 14.17 |
| 2026-07-03 | USD 21.13 | USD 14.18 |
| 2026-07-02 | USD 21.12 | USD 14.17 |
| 2026-06-30 | USD 21.12 | USD 14.17 |
| 2026-06-23 | USD 21.11 | USD 14.17 |
| 2026-06-15 | USD 21.14 | USD 14.19 |
| 2026-06-08 | USD 21.14 | USD 14.19 |
| 2026-05-14 | USD 21.10 | USD 14.15 |
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