Mombasa Port is the largest port in East Africa and a critical maritime gateway for Kenya and its landlocked neighbors. It is located on the Indian Ocean coast in southeastern Kenya. Mombasa serves as a trade corridor for the region. It provides direct connectivity to over 80 ports worldwide and is linked to a vast hinterland (Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Eastern DRC, South Sudan, Ethiopia) via rail and road networks .
East Africa's imports from China have grown significantly, with China remaining the region's largest individual trading partner. In the second quarter of 2026, East African Community (EAC) imports from China reached US$7.1 billion, up from US$4.7 billion in the same period of 2025, an increase of approximately 51%.
Junqing Logistics is always serving cargo transportation between China and East Africa . We have multiple transportation routes, such as sea, land and air, to provide users with guaranteed transportation efficiency, complete goods, and more competitive prices.

Sea Freight Details
Sea freight is the most cost-effective option for bulk shipments to East Africa
FCL (Full Container Load)
For shipments over 15 CBM, FCL offers better per-unit economics. Your cargo occupies an entire container exclusively.
| Origin Port | 20ft Container (USD) | 40ft Container (USD) | Port-to-Port Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shenzhen / Guangzhou | $2,400 – $3,400 | $3,200 – $4,600 | 20–25 days |
| Shanghai / Ningbo | $2,500 – $3,500 | $3,300 – $4,800 | 24–30 days |
| Qingdao / Tianjin | $2,600 – $3,700 | $3,400 – $4,900 | 26–45 days |
LCL (Less than Container Load)
For shipments under 15 CBM, LCL consolidates your cargo with others, charging by volume.
| Origin | Cost per CBM (USD) | Transit Time |
|---|---|---|
| Shenzhen / Guangzhou | $100 – $160 | 20–35 days |
| Shanghai / Ningbo | $110 – $170 | 22–38 days |
| Qingdao / Tianjin | $120 – $180 | 35–50 days |
Major Ports
Origin (China): Shanghai, Shenzhen, Ningbo, Guangzhou, Qingdao, Tianjin
Destination (Kenya): Mombasa Port – the largest port in the East Africa
Transit Times
Port-to-port sea transit: 20–45 days
Full door-to-door cycle (including inland trucking and customs clearance): 30–55 days
Why Shipping From China To Dubai With Junqing Logistics
If you don’t want to take any chances when moving your valuable freight from China to Dubai, book your shipment with us. We are a digital-first, online-only freight forwarder, ready to take care of all of your ocean and air-freight shipping needs.
Let us simplify your supply chain by providing access to our cutting-edge online platform. Now, you can manage your entire shipment process in one place.
Take advantage of these benefits when you ship with us:
1. Obtain and compare quotes online in an instant
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3. Always prepare the right shipping documents.
4. Rid yourself of customs complexities – we will take care of them for you.
5.Receive help from our friendly customer service team, 24/7.
6.Guaranteed compliance with international shipping rules and regulations.
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