Ship from China to Bandar Abbas Iran

Looking for reliable sea freight from China to Iran? Chrislion International Logistics offers competitive FCL (Full Container Load) and LCL (Less than Container Load) services from major Chinese ports to Bandar Abbas and other Iranian ports, with strong space guarantee during the peak season.

FCL vs LCL – How to Choose?

LCL (Consolidation): Best for small to medium volumes (<15 CBM/RT). More economical per unit but involves extra handling. June 2026 rates to Bandar Abbas: Guangzhou USD 180-195/RT, Ningbo USD 185-210/RT. Transit 25-36 days.

FCL: Ideal for larger shipments (>15 CBM). Better security, control, and often lower total cost. Current FCL rates (20GP/40HQ, June 2026):

Ningbo → Bandar Abbas: USD 6000 / 9000 (ETD 6.14)

Nansha/Shekou → Bandar Abbas: USD 6000 / 8900

Qingdao → Bandar Abbas: USD 6500 / 9050 (ETD 6.15)

Shanghai → Bandar Abbas: USD 6800 / 20GP (ETD 6.11)

Tianjin → Bandar Abbas: USD 6850 / 9000 (ETD 6.15)

Other Iranian ports (Nansha): Buz/Kho USD 6800/9600, Umm Qasr & Shuwaikh USD 6800/9000. Inquire for Chabahar, Bandar Khomeini, Asaluyeh, Bushehr, Khorramshahr, etc.

Sea Freight Rate Trend & Prediction

Rates are firm in June 2026 due to peak season demand and tight capacity. We expect possible mild decline in late Q3 or Q4 2026. Contact us for real-time updates.

Required Shipping Documents

Commercial Invoice & Packing List

Bill of Lading (or Sea Waybill)

Certificate of Origin

Insurance Certificate

Iran-specific import permits or compliance documents

FAQ

Q: How to choose between FCL and LCL? A: Choose LCL for smaller volumes to save cost; choose FCL for larger shipments for better security and efficiency.

Q: When will sea freight rates to Iran drop? A: Likely after the summer peak (August–September onwards), subject to market demand and new vessel capacity.

Q: What are the railway options to Iran? A: We offer reliable SOC railway services:

China to Tehran (Aprin Port): USD 7500, Route: Inland China - Xi'an/Xi'AN - Khorgos - Bolashak (KAZ) - Serhetabat (TKM) - Incheh Boroun - Tehran. Transit: 22-24 days. Departures: June 2-10-20-28.

China to Anzali: USD 7500, Route: Inland China - YiWu - Khorgos - Aktau (KAZ) - Anzali. Transit: 25-28 days. Departures: June 9-16-23-30. Suitable origins: Zhengzhou, Tianjin, Qingdao, Ningbo, Shanghai, Xiamen, Nansha, Shenzhen.

Q: Do you guarantee space in peak season? A: Yes. Thanks to our strong relationships with carriers like VOLTA, WOSCO, and FCSL, we can secure reliable bookings even when space is tight.

Chrislion International Logistics provides competitive pricing, space protection, and full support including customs clearance, trucking, and warehousing for your China to Iran shipments.

Contact us today for a personalized quotation.