Bofeng Logistics provides international air freight logistics services from the Pearl River Delta (Guangzhou Baiyun CAN, Shenzhen Bao'an SZX, Hong Kong Chek Lap Kok HKG, Macau MFM) to France.
1. Route Overview
France is one of the major destination countries for Chinese exports to Europe, and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the second largest cargo airport in Europe. Exports from the Pearl River Delta to France mainly include electronic products, clothing, luxury raw materials, and cross-border e-commerce goods.
This route provides direct and transit services from any airport in the Pearl River Delta to major air freight hubs in France.
2. Route Options
| Departure Airport | Destination Airport | Main Airlines | Flight Time | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAN (Guangzhou Baiyun) | CDG Paris | China Southern Airlines CZ | ~12h | Daily |
| HKG (Hong Kong Chek Lap Kok) | CDG Paris | Cathay Pacific CX | ~12h | Daily |
| HKG (Hong Kong Chek Lap Kok) | CDG Paris | Air France AF | ~12h | Daily |
3. Applicable Cargo Types
- General Cargo: Electronic products, clothing, luxury raw materials, machinery and equipment
- Dangerous Goods: Lithium batteries (UN3480/UN3481, must be handled in accordance with IATA DGR)
- High-Value Cargo: Luxury goods, artworks, precision instruments
⚠️ Air transport of dangerous goods must strictly comply with the latest IATA DGR regulations. Please confirm booking 3-5 working days in advance. See Complete Guide to Dangerous Goods by Air (DGR) for details.
4. Shipping Terms and Customs Clearance Methods
| Term | Pickup at Origin | Air Freight Segment | Destination Customs Clearance | Last Mile Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Door to Airport | ✅ Door pickup | ✅ | ❌ Customer self-clearance | ❌ |
| Airport to Airport | ❌ Customer delivers to airport | ✅ | ❌ Customer self-clearance | ❌ |
| Airport to Door | ❌ Customer delivers to airport | ✅ | ✅ Bofeng assists with clearance | ✅ |
| Door to Door | ✅ Door pickup | ✅ | ✅ Bofeng assists with clearance | ✅ |
Default option is "Door to Airport": After the cargo arrives in France, the consignee handles customs clearance independently. If destination customs clearance and delivery services are required, please inform us in advance when placing the order.
5. Service Process
- Inquiry & Quotation → Provide cargo information (product name/weight/volume/pieces/HS code)
- Booking → Confirm space, lock in freight rate
- Delivery/Pickup → Deliver to airport cargo terminal or arrange door pickup
- Export Customs Clearance → Professional team handles export customs clearance
- Palletizing & Loading → Palletizing/ULD assembly according to airline standards
- Air Transport → Real-time cargo tracking available
- Customs Clearance in France → Customer self-clearance or Bofeng assistance per terms
- Last Mile Delivery → Door-to-door or warehouse-to-warehouse delivery
6. Estimated Transit Time
Direct flights: 3-5 days; Transshipment: 5-7 days.
7. Export and Import Customs Clearance
- Export Customs Clearance: Provide packing list, invoice, contract, declaration elements; Bofeng Logistics' professional customs team handles the entire process
- Import Customs Clearance in France:
- Under "Door to Airport/Airport to Airport" terms: Handled by the consignee
- Under "Airport to Door/Door to Door" terms: Bofeng Logistics assists with destination customs clearance (must be informed in advance)
- French customs have standard regulations for textiles and electronic products. Default is consignee self-clearance.
8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How far in advance should I book space for shipments from the Pearl River Delta to France? A: It is recommended to book 3-5 working days in advance, and 1-2 weeks in advance during peak seasons.
Q: What customs clearance documents does the consignee need to prepare for air freight to France? A: Typically, a commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill, and certificate of origin are required. Specific requirements vary depending on the HS code of the goods.
9. Further Reading
- From the Pearl River Delta: Guide to Major Global Air Freight Routes and Hubs
- Guangzhou/Shenzhen/Hong Kong/Macau: In-depth Comparison of the Four Major Air Cargo Ports in the Pearl River Delta
- Air Freight Billing Method: Detailed Explanation of Dimensional Weight (DIM)
10. Contact Us
- Phone: 130-7567-8958 | Email: info@zhbfwl.com | Online Inquiry: Get an Air Freight Quote
Bofeng Logistics Air Freight Team ｜ Updated: 2026-07-27 ｜ 20 years of international logistics experience, providing you with one-stop international air freight solutions.