Ocean freight
OriginFuerteventura
DestinationGirifalco
20ft container
Ocean Freight Spain ↔ China: Costs and Transit Times
Spain ↔ China. Compare FCL and LCL with collection, ports and delivery defined for your cargo.
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INDICATIVE COSTS
Ocean freight between Spain and China: what does it cost?
1 × 20ft container · Valencia → Shanghai: 840–2,500 €. 1 × 40ft container · Valencia → Ningbo: 1,120–3,600 €.
Imports from China to Spain and exports in the opposite direction need separate quotes. Give the actual factory or warehouse address: Shanghai, Ningbo and Shenzhen are different collection areas, not interchangeable origins. Your agreed delivery terms determine responsibility for collection, clearance and terminal charges. For LCL shipments, the consolidation warehouse also affects the route.
Ocean-freight reference for the equipment and journey shown. Terminals, collection, delivery, insurance, clearance and taxes need a separate breakdown.
EXAMPLES TO PLAN YOUR SHIPMENT
Ocean Freight costs between Spain and China
Ocean-freight reference for the equipment and journey shown. Terminals, collection, delivery, insurance, clearance and taxes need a separate breakdown.
| Volume or equipment | Example route | Transport time | Transport type | Indicative price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 × 20ft container | Valencia → Shanghai | 30–35 days · indicative transit | FCL · ocean freight | 840–2,500 € |
| 1 × 40ft container | Valencia → Ningbo | 31–36 days · indicative transit | FCL · ocean freight | 1,120–3,600 € |
| 1 × 20ft container | Barcelona → Shenzhen | 28–33 days · indicative transit | FCL · ocean freight | 805–2,400 € |
| 1 × 40ft container | Algeciras → Shanghai | 26–31 days · indicative transit | FCL · ocean freight | 980–3,200 € |
| 1 × 40ft container | Bilbao → Shanghai | 38–45 days · indicative transit | FCL · ocean freight | 1,260–4,000 € |
Compare equivalent equipment and check which leg each price covers. Additional services should be listed in your proposal. Each price applies to the direction and scope shown in its row. It does not automatically apply to the return journey.
Reference source · Reviewed: 2026-09-25. Market reference, not a confirmed OnShip24 rate.
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Choosing a shipping option · Spain ↔ China
LCL shared container
For cartons or pallets sharing space. Consolidation warehouses and handling are part of the journey.
To assess your shipment: Provide piece counts, packed dimensions, gross weight and stackability. Confirm who loads and unloads; nominal volume is not usable capacity.
20ft container
Dedicated equipment assessed against volume, weight and loading and unloading arrangements.
To assess your shipment: Provide piece counts, packed dimensions, gross weight and stackability. Confirm who loads and unloads; nominal volume is not usable capacity.
40ft or high-cube container
For higher-volume or taller cargo, checking door clearance, stowage and permitted weight.
To assess your shipment: Provide piece counts, packed dimensions, gross weight and stackability. Confirm who loads and unloads; nominal volume is not usable capacity.
PREPARE YOUR SHIPMENT
Shipping container sizes and capacities
Compare 20-foot, 40-foot and high-cube containers: internal dimensions, volume, door openings and payload.
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Size, equipment and preparation
| Cargo or unit | Transport option | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| LCL shared container | For cartons or pallets sharing space. Consolidation warehouses and handling are part of the journey. | Dimensions of every package, including pallets, and stackability. Identify pieces that need separate handling. |
| 20ft container | Dedicated equipment assessed against volume, weight and loading and unloading arrangements. | Check total weight, the heaviest pieces and access for positioning and collecting the container. |
| 40ft or high-cube container | For higher-volume or taller cargo, checking door clearance, stowage and permitted weight. | Measure the tallest packed piece and check the quoted equipment’s door opening; high-cube equipment does not automatically allow more weight. |
Provide piece counts, packed dimensions, gross weight and stackability. Confirm who loads and unloads; nominal volume is not usable capacity.
PORTS, CITIES AND DELIVERY
Locations that shape the route · Spain ↔ China
Barcelona / Valencia
Define the Spanish warehouse and import or export direction; each direction needs its own freight quote.
Shanghai / Ningbo
Obtain the factory address and agreed handover point from the supplier, not just a port name.
Shenzhen
For southern China suppliers, check local collection and consolidation before comparing against Shanghai-based quotes.
CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR REQUEST
How the journey is organised · Spain ↔ China
Collection and delivery examples for planning. These are not announcements of direct sailings or guaranteed frequencies.
Valencia ↔ Shanghai
Obtain the factory address and agreed handover point from the supplier, not just a port name. Confirm the address, access, cargo readiness and carrier handover point.
Barcelona ↔ Ningbo
Obtain the factory address and agreed handover point from the supplier, not just a port name. Identify terminals, connections and equipment in the proposal; a network is not a guaranteed direct service.
Algeciras ↔ Shenzhen
For southern China suppliers, check local collection and consolidation before comparing against Shanghai-based quotes. Agree the recipient, where the service ends and how unloading or terminal collection is arranged.
FROM PLANNING TO DELIVERY
What to prepare before requesting a quote · Spain ↔ China
Cargo and inventory
Provide piece counts, packed dimensions, gross weight and stackability. Confirm who loads and unloads; nominal volume is not usable capacity.
Collection at origin
Barcelona / Valencia: Define the Spanish warehouse and import or export direction; each direction needs its own freight quote. Warehouse access and transfer to the port or consolidation warehouse.
Documents and dates
Cargo-ready date and preferred receiving date. Prepare the parties’ details, a description and value of the contents, and an inventory or packing list. Customs documents and admission requirements are checked for the country, direction and shipment type; no exemption or import permission is assumed.
Receipt and delivery
Shenzhen: For southern China suppliers, check local collection and consolidation before comparing against Shanghai-based quotes. Inland transport, receiving appointment, unloading and equipment return where relevant.
Frequently asked questions · Spain ↔ China
Ocean freight between Spain and China: what does it cost?
1 × 20ft container · Valencia → Shanghai: 840–2,500 €. 1 × 40ft container · Valencia → Ningbo: 1,120–3,600 €. Ocean-freight reference for the equipment and journey shown. Terminals, collection, delivery, insurance, clearance and taxes need a separate breakdown.
How long does transport between Spain and China take?
Valencia → Shanghai: 30–35 days · indicative transit. Valencia → Ningbo: 31–36 days · indicative transit. Door-to-door time runs from collection to the agreed delivery. In addition to the main transport leg, allow for preparation, waiting for departure, connections, any clearance and final distribution. The quote should explain what its estimated time covers and when the clock starts.
What should I plan for in Shenzhen?
For southern China suppliers, check local collection and consolidation before comparing against Shanghai-based quotes.
Which equipment or service should I choose?
For cartons or pallets sharing space. Consolidation warehouses and handling are part of the journey. Dedicated equipment assessed against volume, weight and loading and unloading arrangements. For higher-volume or taller cargo, checking door clearance, stowage and permitted weight.
What documents should I prepare?
Prepare the parties’ details, a description and value of the contents, and an inventory or packing list. Customs documents and admission requirements are checked for the country, direction and shipment type; no exemption or import permission is assumed.
How does delivery beyond the terminal work?
Provide the postal code and unloading arrangements. A quote should distinguish terminal collection from warehouse or home delivery. Access, appointments and inland transport need to be assessed explicitly.
Can I request the reverse direction?
Yes, state the direction you need. It will be assessed with its own conditions, availability and price; the opposite direction’s rate or routing cannot simply be reused.
Does my request confirm a departure or booking?
No. Your request lets us assess the cargo and journey. Equipment, date, routing and acceptance require a subsequent proposal and confirmation.
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