EXPORT LOGISTICS
China Car Export Shipping Timelines
Typical ocean transit days from South/East China ports to Africa and Middle East destinations. Ranges are planning guides — we quote ETD/ETA on each proforma.
Why this table exists
Dealers often search “china to lagos shipping time” or “fob nansha transit days” before placing wholesale orders. This page lists WinMinCar’s common B2B corridors so you can plan deposit, inspection, and booking. Actual days vary by carrier, season, and port congestion.
Typical ocean transit (planning ranges)
Source: WinMinCar logistics planning ranges, updated July 2026. Not a carrier guarantee.
| Route | China origin (typical) | Destination | Transit (days) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South China → West Africa | Nansha / Shekou / Guangzhou | Lagos (Apapa / Tin Can) | 35–45 | Far East–West Africa loops; Apapa congestion may add dwell |
| South China → West Africa | Nansha / Shenzhen | Tema (Ghana) | 32–42 | ECOWAS re-export gateway; FCL 40HQ common |
| South / East China → East Africa | Nansha / Shanghai / Ningbo | Mombasa (Kenya) | 28–36 | RHD lots; KEBS PVoC before sailing |
| South / East China → East Africa | Nansha / Shanghai | Dar es Salaam (Tanzania) | 28–38 | RHD; inland transit to Uganda / Rwanda possible |
| South China → Gulf | Nansha / Guangzhou / Shanghai | Jebel Ali (Dubai, UAE) | 18–28 | GCC re-export hub; not local Dubai stock |
| South / East China → Persian Gulf | Shanghai / Ningbo / Nansha | Bandar Abbas (Iran) | 20–32 | Confirm banking & IRICA before booking space |
| China → Mediterranean | Shanghai / Ningbo / Qingdao | Algiers / Oran (Algeria) | 30–40 | Via Suez; LHD Maghreb dealer lots |
FAQ
- How long is China to Lagos shipping time from Nansha?
- Typically 35–45 ocean days on Far East–West Africa services, plus pre-loading inspection and export customs. Apapa congestion can add dwell after arrival.
- What about FOB Nansha to Jebel Ali (Dubai)?
- Often 18–28 days. Dubai/Jebel Ali is your destination or re-export hub — WinMinCar exports from China, we do not hold local Dubai stock.
- Are these days guaranteed in the contract?
- Proformas include estimated ETD/ETA. Carrier schedule changes are updated when known. Under FOB, ocean booking is usually controlled by the buyer or their forwarder.
- Can I get a CIF all-in price including freight?
- Yes. CIF needs destination port, sailing window, and insurance confirmed before we lock the total — see our Incoterms comparison page.
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