✈️ Air Freight vs 🚢  Sea Freight — What’s the Difference?

Feature Air Freight 空运 Sea Freight 海运

Speed 🚀 Fast (3–7 working days) 🐢  Slower (12–25 working days)

Cost 💰 More expensive (charged by weight) 💸  Cheaper (charged by volume or CBM)

Best For Urgent, small, high-value items Bulky, heavy, non-urgent cargo

Tracking ✅ Available, real-time updates ✅  Available, but updates may be slower

Customs Faster clearance May take longer at port

Delivery Door-to-door or pickup available Warehouse pickup or local delivery

Examples Electronics, documents, cosmetics Furniture, household items, stock goods

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🧠 Quick Tips:

• If you need it fast, go with air freight.

• If you want to save money on large shipments, choose sea freight.

• We can help you decide based on your item, urgency, and budget.

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