Air freight is faster than ocean freight but generally expensive, so it is suitable for urgent or high-value cargo. Major airports like Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN), Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) in China, and Larnaca International Airport (LCA), Paphos International Airport (PFO) in Cyprus are commonly used for air cargo transport.
Here are the key Chinese airports for transportation to Cyprus:
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) offers the most frequent flight connections to Europe, with good onward connections to Cyprus.
- Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) provides daily connections to major European hubs that serve Cyprus.
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) is a major global air cargo hub with excellent connections worldwide, including to Cyprus via European hubs.
Air freight is used for quick transport. Mainly used for electronics, high-tech equipment, medical devices, high-end fashion items, pharmaceuticals, perishable goods, high-end fashion items, urgent documents and samples. Goods can reach their destination in 3-7 days, including processing and customs clearance time, compared to weeks for ocean freight.
While shipping from China to Cyprus by air is more expensive than ocean transportation, it can be the right choice when speed is essential or when the higher cost is justified by the value or urgency of the goods.
Express Courier Services:
Companies like DHL, FedEx, UPS, and others offer express courier services for small parcels and documents. These services are ideal for fast and reliable delivery of smaller shipments, but can be prohibitively expensive for larger volumes.
Express services typically offer:
- Door-to-door delivery in 3-5 business days
- Real-time tracking
- Customs clearance assistance
- Insurance options
The choice of shipping method will depend on the type of goods being shipped, the transit time required, and the budget. To get an instant quotation for, use Agora Freight free calculator, which allows you to compare the pricing and place a booking online.