Compare real-time shipping rates from China to Germany. Air, sea & rail freight full DDP including duties. Updated Jun 2026.
| Service | Mode | Rate (USD/KG) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Value Sea DDP | 🚢 Sea Freight | USD 1.9 | View Details → |
| Rail DDP Standard | 🚂 Rail Freight | USD 2.5 | View Details → |
| Rail DDP Express | 🚂 Rail Freight | USD 2.7 | View Details → |
| Air DDP General Cargo | ✈️ Air Freight | USD 6.6 | View Details → |
| Air DDP Battery Cargo | ✈️ Air Freight | USD 7.0 | View Details → |
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Detailed per-weight pricing for every active route from China to Germany. Each tier reflects the published rate at that exact weight — useful for accurate budgeting at common shipment sizes.
| Weight | Rate (USD/KG) |
|---|---|
| 21 KG | USD 3.68 |
| 22 KG | USD 3.58 |
| 23 KG | USD 3.82 |
| 30 KG | USD 3.28 |
| 50 KG | USD 2.71 |
| 100 KG | USD 1.88 |
| 150 KG | USD 1.83 |
| 200 KG | USD 1.73 |
| 505 KG | USD 1.42 |
| 850 KG | USD 1.48 |
| 1700 KG | USD 1.57 |
| 2500 KG | USD 1.54 |
| 3400 KG | USD 1.27 |
| Weight | Rate (USD/KG) |
|---|---|
| 21 KG | USD 4.17 |
| 22 KG | USD 4.07 |
| 23 KG | USD 4.32 |
| 30 KG | USD 3.77 |
| 50 KG | USD 3.21 |
| 100 KG | USD 2.52 |
| 150 KG | USD 2.46 |
| 200 KG | USD 2.36 |
| 505 KG | USD 2.05 |
| 850 KG | USD 2.11 |
| 1700 KG | USD 2.20 |
| 2500 KG | USD 2.18 |
| 3400 KG | USD 1.90 |
| Weight | Rate (USD/KG) |
|---|---|
| 21 KG | USD 4.33 |
| 22 KG | USD 4.23 |
| 23 KG | USD 4.47 |
| 30 KG | USD 3.92 |
| 50 KG | USD 3.36 |
| 100 KG | USD 2.67 |
| 150 KG | USD 2.62 |
| 200 KG | USD 2.51 |
| 505 KG | USD 2.20 |
| 850 KG | USD 2.26 |
| 1700 KG | USD 2.35 |
| 2500 KG | USD 2.33 |
| 3400 KG | USD 2.06 |
| Weight | Rate (USD/KG) |
|---|---|
| 21 KG | USD 8.48 |
| 22 KG | USD 8.38 |
| 23 KG | USD 8.62 |
| 30 KG | USD 8.08 |
| 50 KG | USD 7.51 |
| 100 KG | USD 6.59 |
| 150 KG | USD 6.54 |
| 200 KG | USD 6.44 |
| 505 KG | USD 6.05 |
| 850 KG | USD 6.11 |
| 1700 KG | USD 6.20 |
| 2500 KG | USD 6.18 |
| 3400 KG | USD 5.90 |
| Weight | Rate (USD/KG) |
|---|---|
| 21 KG | USD 8.87 |
| 22 KG | USD 8.77 |
| 23 KG | USD 9.01 |
| 30 KG | USD 8.46 |
| 50 KG | USD 7.90 |
| 100 KG | USD 6.98 |
| 150 KG | USD 6.92 |
| 200 KG | USD 6.82 |
| 505 KG | USD 6.43 |
| 850 KG | USD 6.49 |
| 1700 KG | USD 6.58 |
| 2500 KG | USD 6.56 |
| 3400 KG | USD 6.29 |
Verified reviews from importers who have shipped with us to Germany.
Third time using this channel for air parcels to Germany and it keeps getting smoother. The cargo cleared Frankfurt customs on day two, no queries, no amendments needed. Our contact flagged a minor weight discrepancy before departure and corrected it quietly — that kind of detail saves headaches. Delivery appointment confirmed 24 hours in advance. Exactly what a repeat shipper needs.
Solid experience shipping household goods to Germany. Booking was straightforward, transit landed within the quoted window, and the DDP terms held — no surprise duty calls from our customer. The only thing I'd flag is that one tracking update went missing for about a day mid-flight, which caused a brief panic. Everything was fine in the end, and support confirmed status quickly when we asked. Would use again.
We tested this lane to Germany with a mid-volume order. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before. Alles lief planmassig bis zur Zustellung.
This was a DDP shipment to Germany for mixed cartons. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost. Alles lief planmassig bis zur Zustellung.
Good lane for general dry cargo. Pickup from our Shenzhen supplier was arranged the same afternoon we confirmed the booking, which impressed us. Customs at destination was clean and fast. Communication from the team was professional throughout. A small labelling issue on two cartons was caught at origin and sorted before export — proactive catch that we appreciated.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Germany through this team. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Germany. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Germany through this team. Cost structure was transparent from day one. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Germany. Cost structure was transparent from day one. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
We tested this lane to Germany with a mid-volume order. The delivery booking matched the promised window. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
We tested this lane to Germany with a mid-volume order. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
This was a DDP shipment to Germany for mixed cartons. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
We tested this lane to Germany with a mid-volume order. Cost structure was transparent from day one. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before. Alles lief planmassig bis zur Zustellung.
This was a DDP shipment to Germany for mixed cartons. The delivery booking matched the promised window. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
This was a DDP shipment to Germany for mixed cartons. Cost structure was transparent from day one. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
Very reliable for importing electronics. The declared value process was handled professionally and duties were prepaid.
Delivery was a few days behind schedule but goods arrived in perfect condition. The DDP coverage was genuinely all-inclusive.
Great tracking visibility throughout the shipment. The team answered questions promptly via WhatsApp.
Solid option for sea freight. Communication could be slightly faster but no major issues.
Communication was a bit slow at times. The actual shipment was fine but I had to follow up several times for updates.
Shipment arrived on schedule with zero issues at customs. DDP pricing was exactly as quoted, no surprise charges. Highly recommend.
The pricing is fair and the process is straightforward. Took a bit longer than estimated but no damage to goods.
Historical freight rates from China to Germany. Data sourced from live carrier price feeds.
Verified shipping reference data for the China → Germany lane:
| Main sea gateways | Hamburg, Bremerhaven, Wilhelmshaven |
|---|---|
| Destination customs authority | German Customs (Zoll) |
| De-minimis / duty-free threshold | EUR 150 (duty-free threshold; VAT from EUR 0) |
| Import tax & duty regime | Import VAT 19%; duty 0–12% by TARIC code |
| Local currency | EUR |
| Typical port/airport dwell time | 3–6 days |
| Peak / busy season | Sep–Nov |
| Conformity & certification | CE marking + EU IOSS registration for B2C e-commerce |
| Main air gateways | FRA (Frankfurt), MUC (Munich), CGN (Cologne) |
Thresholds and duty bands are buyer-planning references, not formal customs rulings — confirm the exact HS-code rate for your goods before shipping.
At 100 KG, you're in the commercial freight category — large enough for competitive rates but still within the range where air freight often beats sea freight on cost per delivery cycle. This weight is common for electronics, clothing, and general merchandise restocking shipments going to Germany.
| Method | Transit Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Air Freight DDP | 5–10 business days | From China warehouse to Germany door |
| Sea Freight LCL | 30–50 calendar days | Shared container to Germany port + delivery |
| Rail Freight DDP | 18–28 calendar days | Train via Central Asia to Germany |
| Express Courier | 3–7 business days | DHL/FedEx/UPS door-to-door, high cost for this weight |
Current rates for shipping from China to Germany start at USD 1.88/KG via Sea DDP. For 100 KG, the estimated total is approximately USD 188, with all duties paid under DDP. Final landed cost depends on the Import VAT 19%; duty 0–12% by TARIC code applied by German Customs (Zoll).
Imports into Germany are assessed by German Customs (Zoll). The applicable regime is: Import VAT 19%; duty 0–12% by TARIC code. The duty-free / de-minimis position is EUR 150 (duty-free threshold; VAT from EUR 0). Under our DDP service these charges are pre-paid and included in the per-KG price, so there is nothing to settle on arrival.
Sea freight to Germany typically routes through Hamburg, Bremerhaven, Wilhelmshaven, while air freight clears via FRA (Frankfurt), MUC (Munich), CGN (Cologne). We pick the gateway with the best onward delivery time to your final address and price it into the DDP rate.
Freight to Germany is quoted and invoiced in USD; the local currency on the destination side is EUR. Payment is typically due before departure (T/T or PayPal), and because it's DDP you settle the full landed cost once — no destination collect charges.
Capacity to Germany tightens around Sep–Nov, on top of the China-side surcharge windows of Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) and Golden Week (early Oct). Booking 1–2 weeks earlier during these windows protects both space and rate.
For 100 KG to Germany, air is usually better on total landed cost despite a higher per-KG rate, because the 30–45 day ocean transit (plus 3–6 days dwell) raises inventory cost. Air also unlocks volume discounts above 100 KG.
German Customs (Zoll) typically requires: (1) commercial invoice with HS codes and declared value; (2) packing list with weights and dimensions; (3) bill of lading or air waybill; (4) certificate of origin (may lower duty); and (5) any product-specific certification (CE marking + EU IOSS registration for B2C e-commerce). Under DDP we prepare and file these for you.
Yes. Air shipments to Germany get an air waybill (AWB) trackable within 24 hours of departure; sea shipments are tracked by bill-of-lading through the carrier portal. We push status at key milestones: departure, arrival at the gateway, clearance by German Customs (Zoll), and final delivery.
