Air Freight to London Heathrow
UK's largest cargo hub; 4–6 working days door-to-door typical.
Heathrow details →Air Freight to the United Kingdom from China
Regular air freight lanes from Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Yiwu and Hong Kong to London Heathrow (LHR), London Gatwick (LGW), Manchester (MAN) and Birmingham (BHX) — with DDP, UK VAT handled and door-to-door delivery.
UK lanes
Air Freight to the UK — Overview
The UK is our most mature European corridor. We move bulk 100kg+ general cargo, LED screens and displays, electronics, apparel, furniture and oversize items into England, Scotland and Wales every week, with UK customs, VAT and final-mile delivery arranged end to end.
Air Freight to London Gatwick
South-east England gateway with strong belly-freight capacity.
Gatwick details →Air Freight to Manchester
Northern England cargo hub serving the Midlands and Scotland.
Manchester details →Air Freight to Birmingham
Central England hub ideal for Midlands and Welsh deliveries.
Birmingham details →
Transit & pricing
UK Transit Times & Indicative Rates
| Route | Destination airport | Typical transit (door-to-door) | Indicative air rate (100kg+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shenzhen → London | LHR | 4–6 working days | from USD 5.3/kg |
| Yiwu → London | LGW | 5–7 working days | from USD 5.5/kg |
| Guangzhou → Manchester | MAN | 5–7 working days | from USD 5.6/kg |
| Hong Kong → Birmingham | BHX | 5–7 working days | from USD 5.7/kg |
| Rates are indicative for 100kg+ general cargo, subject to weight, density, season and fuel. Batteries, sensitive and oversize cargo may add 1–2 days and specific DG fees. How air freight is priced → | |||
Origin options: Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Yiwu, Hong Kong, Seoul · Transit details: transit time guide
Cargo
What We Ship to the UK
UK-bound cargo is broad: LED screens and display accessories, printers, small home appliances, apparel, footwear, furniture, hardware and packaging goods. We also move VRLA/UPS batteries and other sensitive lines under proper DG documentation.
LED Screens & Electronics Batteries & Power Banks Textiles & Apparel Oversize & 100kg+ Bulk Sensitive Cargo Liquids & Cosmetics Furniture & Home Hardware & Machinery
Compliance note for the UK: batteries, liquids and other sensitive goods are shipped only with complete DG documentation under IATA DGR and UK import rules. We never accept prohibited items — see what can I ship.
Clearance
UK Customs, VAT & DDP
Who clears your UK cargo?
On DDP shipments we handle both export and UK import clearance, settling import VAT and duty so goods deliver with no extra invoices. On DDU / Ex-Works bookings you (or your broker) clear import — and we provide the full document pack.
Documentation for the UK
- Commercial invoice with correct HS codes and value
- Packing list with weights and dimensions
- Air waybill (AWB) — issued by us
- EORI number for the importer of record
- DG documents for batteries / sensitive cargo
Duties, VAT and import rules: customs clearance guide · UK airports · Route options: China–UK air routes
FAQ
UK Air Freight Questions
How long does air freight from China to the UK take?
Typically 4–6 working days door-to-door to London, Manchester or Birmingham, depending on connections and cargo type. Full transit table →
Do you handle UK customs, VAT and DDP?
Yes — DDP and dual-clearance door-to-door include UK import VAT and duty, so there are no surprise invoices. What DDP includes →
Can you ship LED screens, batteries and oversize cargo to the UK?
Yes — handled compliantly under IATA DGR with UN38.3/MSDS documentation. Battery shipping guide →
Shipping to the UK? Get an All-in Quote.
Weight, dimensions, commodity, destination — we reply within 2 working hours with a transparent price.