Shipping From China to Denmark
Professional and Stable Freight Solutions for Your Business
Reliable Forwarder From China to Denmark
DFH Logistics is an expert in the China-Denmark route. The DDP solution is the core service. We handle every step during shipment and manage all EU customs clearance and import duties for you. From pre-shipping services to last-mile delivery, we offer you a hassle-free experience with competitive prices and on-time delivery.
DFH Logistics provides transit options, including sea freight, air freight, rail freight, and international express. We have an extensive local network in Denmark. This ensures reliable delivery direct to your warehouse or major commercial hubs, including Copenhagen, Aarhus, and Odense.
If you are looking for a stable China-Denmark transit solution, quote us today.
Sea freight has the lowest transit rate of all shipping solutions. Adapt to large-scale orders (such as furniture, clothing, and machinery) without urgent delivery requirements.
Fast shipment from airport to airport. Ideal for time-sensitive goods and high-value goods.
Superior door-to-door transit time for 3-5 days. With end-to-end shipping solutions, you don’t need to handle any paperwork. Cooperate with DHL, FedEx, and UPS.
China-Europe Railway Express offers a balanced shipping solution of cost-efficiency and transit time. It takes up to 40% less time than ocean freight and is less affected by the weather.
If you need a shipping solution that is faster than rail freight and sea freight, and costs less than air freight, trucking is ideal for you. We support FTL and LTL.
Streamline your supply chain with our DDP service from China to Denmark. We handle pickup, inspection, customs clearance, and other processes in the delivery.
Denmark is not currently a major Amazon FBA fulfillment hub. Most shipments are routed to nearby fulfillment centers in Germany or Sweden. VAT rates 19% in Germany, rates 25% in Sweden.
Why Can You Trust DFH Logistics?
- 15-day free warehousing in China from pickup to shipping
- Quantity, quality, and packaging inspections with photos and videos
- High discount insurance rate because of the massive amount of shipments
- Shipment milestone tracking in real time
- Flexible Rail Freight (China-Europe Railway Express) strikes a balance between speed and rates
- Specializing in Denmark customs compliance
- Eco-friendly logistics options
- Support both FCL and LCL services
How Long Do Door-to-Door Shipments From China to Denmark Take?
The transit time covers pickup from China, export customs clearance, shipping from border to border, import customs clearance in Denmark, and last-mile delivery.
The table below is for a quick reference. In practice, transit time is influenced by several factors.
For example, in sea freight, it is affected by ship schedules, bad weather, and the port the cargo goes through (the main ports used are Aarhus in Denmark or Hamburg in Germany as a transfer point).
| China to Denmark Door-to-Door Transit Times (2026) | |||
| Shipping Mode | Cargo Type | Copenhagen (Capital / Hub) | Aarhus / Mainland (Central) |
| International Express | Commercial Cargo / Containers | 3–5 Days | 4–6 Days |
| Air Freight to Airport | Airport-to-Airport Cargo | 2–5 Days | 3–6 Days |
| Air Freight Door-to-Door | DDP Commercial Cargo | 7–12 Days | 8–13 Days |
| Truck Transportation | Cross-Border Truck Cargo | 22–30 Days | 28-38 Days |
| Railway Transportation | General Cargo / Containers | 30–35 Days | 32–37 Days |
| Sea Freight | FCL / LCL Cargo | 42-60 Days | 38–58 Days |
Truck transportation may be affected by geopolitical factors.
Is Insurance Necessary for My Shipment in China-Denmark Transit?
The insurance is not legally mandatory, but it is highly essential.
According to marine law, if any sea emergency happens, you’ll need to split the high financial loss with other cargo owners to get your goods back safely. For example, when a shipfire happens, and the captain must sacrifice some cargo to save the ship, you must share the lost cargo value with all the other cargo owners.
If you bought insurance, the insurer will pay for this bill (General Average). If you have no insurance, your goods will be legally held in port until you pay thousands of dollars yourself.
What Factors Should Be Noted in Customs Clearance in Denmark?
Import Duties and VAT
When your cargo arrives in Denmark, except for import duties, you need to pay VAT. The import duties vary by cargo type, and the VAT is at 25%.
VAT is 25% of CIF value (Cost of Goods + Insurance + Freight).
In DFH Logistic, if you select the DDP solution, the VAT and import duties are included in the quote. We follow the Danish regulations strictly and will never use fraudulent classifications to reduce costs.
(For Amazon sellers, if your goods are stored in other European countries, such as Germany, the VAT rate will follow that country‘s regulations. For example, the VAT rate in Germany is 19%.)
EORI Number and VAT Registration
They are required for Customs Clearance.
The EORI number is the customs code that is used across all European Union countries. Importers must register for this number if they import B2B goods.
VAT is necessary for handling the 25% import tax and ensuring lawful business accounting within Denmark.
CE Marking
Denmark is strict on the safety of products, especially for Electronics, toys, home appliances, and industrial equipment. When these goods enter Denmark, the packaging and products must have clear CE markings. And they must provide a valid Declaration of Conformity.
ICS2 Compliance
Since June 2024, ICS2 version 3 has been required in EU countries. The complete data must be submitted before loading in China. In the past, the cargo description could simply be listed as clothing, electronics, machine parts, and general cargo. But today, the customs system will reject it automatically. The description should be as precise as possible, for example, “lithium-ion laptop batteries.”
How Much Is Shipping From China to Denmark (2026 Updated)?
Here are references for sea freight, air freight, and international express in 2026. Transit rates will change based on season, fuel charges, and carrier policies. All quoted rates are all-inclusive with no hidden fees. BAF, EBS, and PSS are already factored into the ranges above (varies by season).
Sea Freight
The freight rates are for port-to-port solutions. For DDP solutions, including Danish VAT and local delivery, please contact us for your customized quotation.
| Sea Freight Rate (Port-to-Port) | |||||||
| Route Name | Origin Port | Destination Port | Shipping Line | Transit Time | Container Type | Reference Rate (USD) | Surcharge Notes |
| Aarhus Main Route | Shanghai / Ningbo / Qingdao | Aarhus | Maersk, MSC, COSCO | 35-45 days | 20GP | 2200 – 2800 | Most direct route to Jutland. Excludes Danish 25% VAT & THC. |
| 40HQ | 3800 – 4500 | ||||||
| Copenhagen Route | Shenzhen / Xiamen / Tianjin | Copenhagen | CMA CGM, HMM, ONE | 38-48 days | 20GP | 2400 – 3000 | Slower due to transshipment via Hamburg or Aarhus. |
| 38-48 days | 40HQ | 4000 – 4800 | |||||
| Hamburg Transshipment | All China Hubs | Aalborg / Esbjerg (via Hamburg) | Maersk, MSC | 45-55 days | 20GP | 2800 – 3500 | Feeder vessel required from Hamburg. Higher rates for remote ports. |
| 45-55 days | 40HQ | 4550 – 5500 | |||||
Air Freight
The rate is for airport-to-airport only. The total shipping rate includes last-mile delivery. It is based on the destination. For trucking to Aarhus, Aalborg, or Odense, it requires an extra approximately +0.5-1.0 USD/kg.
| Air Freight Rate (Airport-to-Airport) | ||||||
| Origin Airport | Destination Airport | Airline (Routes) | Transit Time | Weight Range | Rate (USD/kg) | Remarks |
| PVG / PEK | Copenhagen (CPH) | SAS, Air China, Lufthansa | 4-7 days | 100kg+ | 4.5 – 5.5 | Direct flights available from Beijing/Shanghai to Copenhagen. |
| 500kg+ | 3.8 – 4.5 | Best for heavy cargo. | ||||
| CAN / SZX | Billund (BLL) | Turkish Airlines (via IST), Qatar Airways (via DOH) | 6-10 days | 100kg+ | 5.5 – 6.8 | Billund is the main cargo hub for Jutland. |
| 500kg+ | 4.5 – 5.8 | |||||
| HKG | Copenhagen (CPH) | Emirates (via DXB), Cathay Pacific | 5-8 days | 100kg+ | 4.8 – 6.0 | Ideal for dangerous goods (batteries) or branded products. |
| 500kg+ | 4.0 – 5.0 | |||||
| All China Hubs | Aalborg / Aarhus | 2-day truck from CPH or BLL | 7-12 days | 100kg+ | +0.5 – 1.0 | Air cargo first lands in CPH/BLL, then trucked to other cities. |
International Express
The shipping rate is for door-to-door solutions. DFH Logistics handles all paperwork for you.
| International Express Rate (Door-to-Door) | |||||
| Carrier | Service Type | Transit Time | Weight Range | Rate (USD/kg) | Surcharges & Notes |
| DHL Express | Priority | 2-5 days | 21-70kg | 9.0 – 12.0 | Best for documents and urgent parcels. 2026 PSS applies. |
| 71-300kg | 8.0 – 10.5 | ||||
| FedEx (IP) | International Priority | 3-6 days | 21-70kg | 8.5 – 11.0 | Reliable for medium parcels. Dim factor: 1:5000. |
| 71-300kg | 7.5 – 9.5 | ||||
| UPS (Saver) | Expedited | 4-7 days | 100kg+ | 6.5 – 8.5 | Most cost-effective for heavy express shipments (>100kg). |
Railway and Truck Freight
Railway routine: Depart from China to Hamburg/Duisburg, then delivered to Denmark by feeder service.
Truck Routine: Depart from China, pass through Alashankou and Horgos, then head to Denmark.
| Railway and Truck Freight | ||||||
| Service Type | Origin Hub | Destination Hub / Delivery | Transit Time | Chargeable Unit / Container Type | Reference Rate (USD) | Surcharge & Route Notes |
| Railway (FCL) | Xi’an / Chengdu / Changsha | Copenhagen / Aarhus (via Hamburg) | 30-35 days | 40HQ | 5,500 – 6,800 | ECO-friendly choice. Rail to Hamburg/Duisburg, then feeder rail/truck to Denmark. |
| Railway (LCL) | Yiwu / Wuhan / Shenzhen | Denmark Nationwide (Door-to-Door) | 30-35 days | Per CBM (1CBM:500kg) | 120 – 180 | Cost-effective for medium shipments. Includes European rail port charges. |
| Truck Freight (LTL) | Shenzhen / East China Hubs | Copenhagen / Odense (Door-to-Door) | 22-30 days | Per kg (1CBM:200kg) | 2.8 – 4.2 | “Air Freight Alternative”. Flexible loading, cross-border Alashankou/Horgos route. |
| Truck Freight (FTL) | All China Hubs | Denmark Nationwide (Door-to-Door) | 20-28 days | Full Truck (TIR) | 14,000 – 17,500 | High security for lithium batteries or high-value precision machinery. |
All rates in USD for reference, EUR/DKK are also available in your quotation.
The freight rate is a reference for regular packaging in May 2026. If your goods contain batteries, branded logos, or special-shaped packaging, please contact our service team. We will provide a detailed quotation.
