Navigating Sea and Air Freight: Importing from China to the Philippines

Navigating Sea and Air Freight: Importing from China to the Philippines

16-10-2023

When it comes to importing goods from China to the Philippines, understanding your shipping options is vital for a smooth and cost-effective process. Two primary choices are sea freight and air freight, each with its unique advantages and considerations. We'll explore how to navigate these options, highlight their differences, and provide estimated timeframes to help you make informed decisions.
1. Sea Freight:
How to Ship: Sea freight, also known as ocean freight, is a popular choice for shipping bulk or larger items. It involves transporting cargo in shipping containers via cargo ships.
Key Differences:
- Cost-Effective: Sea freight is generally more cost-effective for larger shipments due to lower shipping costs per unit.
- Slower Transit Time: While sea freight offers significant savings, it has a longer transit time, typically ranging from 20 to 35 days, depending on the shipping route.
2. Air Freight:
How to Ship: Air freight is ideal for time-sensitive or high-value shipments. 
Key Differences:
- Speedy Delivery: Air freight offers the fastest shipping option, with estimated transit times of 5 to 10 days.
- Higher Cost: Air freight is generally more expensive compared to sea freight, making it suitable for time-critical or high-value shipments.
3. Estimated Timeframes:
- Sea Freight: Transit times for sea freight can vary, but on average, shipping from China to the Philippines typically takes about 20 to 35 days.
- Air Freight: Air freight provides a significantly faster option, with average transit times ranging from 7 to 10 days.
Choosing the Right Option:
When deciding between sea and air freight, consider the nature of your cargo, your budget, and your required delivery timeframe. Sea freight is excellent for cost-effective shipping of larger quantities, while air freight is suitable for urgent or high-value shipments. By understanding these choices and their differences, you can effectively navigate the process of importing goods from China to the Philippines, making informed decisions that align with your specific shipping needs.
Tit247 provides you with air and sea shipping solutions at reasonable prices for large or small shipments. The shipping fee is calculated based on the actual weight of the parcel after the goods arrive at our warehouse in the Philippines. Specifically, it must be paid after the arrival of the goods. See details below:
SEA FREIGHT
1 - 5 KG*
68 PHP/KG 
5 - 20 KG
65 PHP/KG
> 20 - 50 KG
62 PHP/KG
> 50 KG
Contact us for pricing
Shipping by volume**
8000 PHP/CBM
AIR FREIGHT
1 - 5 KG*
560 PHP/KG 
5 - 20 KG
550 PHP/KG
> 20 - 50 KG
525 PHP/KG
> 50 - 100 KG
500 PHP/KG
> 100 KG
Contact us for pricing
*Under 1 kg is rounded to 1 kg for shipping purpose
*There are 2 conceptions of weight: Actual weight and Converted weight: The formula to measure your cargo converted weight: (cm) Length x Width x Height/6000 = (kg). We will charge per kilogram for whichever is greater.
**General product
NOTES
(i) Free Delivery to these following areas:
- Metro Manila: Marikina, Pasig, Pateros, Taguig, Makati, Mandaluyong, San Juan, Quezon City, Pateros, Manila, Caloocan-South, Pasay.
- Rizal: Angono, Antipolo-City, Binangonan, Cainta, Rizal-San Mateo, Rizal-Taytay.
(ii) Other fees may include (optional)
- For orders consisting of small accessories, defined as having an average value of each product less than 5 RMB, a surcharge of 4% of the order value will be applied.
- Insurance fee for fragile items is charged 5% of the order value applied to fragile items (glasses, ceramics, plastic items,...). The goods purchased insurance are compensated 100%.

 
Tit247 is your gateway to seamless product sourcing from China. We eliminate language, payment, and transportation obstacles, offering a vast selection of cost-effective goods to meet your business and personal shopping needs. In today's interconnected world, cross-border shopping is the norm, and the concept of "borders" has faded away, especially in the era of integration. At Tit247, we specialize in ordering and procuring products websites like Taobao.com, Tmall.com, and 1688.com. We engage with reputable Chinese suppliers in their native language, conducting transactions in RMB through Alibaba's platforms. We receive and warehouse goods in China, ensuring swift and secure shipping to the Philippines.
Our commitment to you includes:
  • Best Shipping Policy: We offer a full refund of up to 100% of your product's value if your delivery exceeds the stipulated time frame, regardless of the reason.
  • Advanced Service: Enjoy free and unlimited consultation, even for a single product. We uphold the highest transportation safety standards and collaborate closely with Chinese suppliers to ensure your goods are handled with care.
  • 100% Refund Guarantee: We guarantee a 100% refund for orders with incorrect attributes or missing goods, as well as losses incurred due to Tit247.
To streamline the process, we've pioneered advanced technology to develop user-friendly order management software. It's not only convenient, stable, and easy to use but also highly secure, equipped with the latest features. When dealing with us, simply provide your full waybill code, quantity, and goods details, including special notes for fragile items. We prioritize safe and rapid shipping from China to the Philippines.
As a leading company in the field of ordering and shipping goods from China, Tit247 is dedicated to enhancing service quality daily to ensure your utmost satisfaction. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our valued customers for their trust and continued use of our services. Your satisfaction is our ultimate goal.
 
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