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How Long Does Shipping from China to the USA Take (DDP)?
Quick answer
- Sea DDP West Coast USA: 25–30 days door to door
- Sea DDP East Coast USA: 30–35 days door to door
- Air DDP: 3–7 days door to door
DDP shipping from China to the USA typically takes 25–30 days to the West Coast or 30–35 days to the East Coast by sea, door to door. Air DDP takes 3–7 days including customs and final delivery.
Sea DDP Timeline Breakdown
- Factory pickup / Guangzhou warehouse: 1–7 days
- Ocean transit to US port: 14–22 days
- US customs clearance: 2–5 days
- Trucking to your address or FBA: 2–7 days
Port guides: Los Angeles · New York
Air vs Sea: When to Choose
Choose air DDP for samples, launches, or stockouts. Choose sea DDP for planned bulk inventory. Compare modes: express vs air vs sea.
Plan Ahead for Peak Season
Q4 and Chinese New Year add 1–3 weeks. See peak season tips.