Jenny’s Craft Shipment via Air Freight to Dubai: How I Helped Her Save Half the Time

Jenny’s ceramic crafts were shipped via air freight to Dubai. Once in Dubai, they were supposed to be delivered to the local warehouse within 3-4 days, but delays kept happening. Jenny later found out that the delivery company in Dubai was a tiny operation with just 3-4 staff, no vehicles of their own, and they relied on rented trucks for deliveries. “No wonder it’s so slow—it’s just a shell company!” Sometimes, it even took over a week to deliver to the warehouse.

Jenny tried negotiating with her freight forwarder multiple times, but despite their promises, nothing improved. Since the delivery company was in Dubai, Jenny couldn’t monitor the situation herself. Once she discovered the real problem, she decisively switched freight forwarders and came to me for help.

I explained to Jenny that her struggles were mainly due to a lack of understanding about air freight to Dubai. I walked her through some essential points: shipping from China to Dubai can be done through international courier services, dedicated air freight lines, or sea freight.

·For small shipments like documents or samples, international courier services are a convenient choice as the costs and delivery times are reasonable.

·For larger shipments, where the receiver in Dubai prefers to pay one shipping fee and have everything handled (including customs clearance), air freight or sea freight lines are better options.

Delivery Times:

·Air freight to Dubai: Generally takes 7-11 days.

·Sea freight: Takes about 20-25 days, depending on the delivery address in Dubai.

Costs:
For general goods shipped via air freight to Dubai, costs for shipments over 100 kilograms range from $3 to $4 per kilogram, depending on factors like the type of goods (e.g., general goods, items with batteries or magnets, or dangerous goods) and the specific delivery address in Dubai.

The real game-changer lies in the efficiency of the local delivery company in Dubai. Many freight forwarders offer similar services for the initial air freight leg, but the quality of the local delivery makes all the difference. Established freight forwarders with high shipping volumes and long-term partnerships can work with reliable and well-equipped delivery companies in Dubai, ensuring better pricing and faster service.

Many clients overlook this critical second leg of the journey because it’s less visible. While the air freight process in China is straightforward and familiar, the local delivery in Dubai happens far from their oversight. But the truth is, delivery efficiency in Dubai significantly impacts overall shipping times.

What Makes Us Different:
Our Dubai delivery partner has over 20 years of experience, 50+ trucks, and a team of 500+ employees, making it one of the largest in the region. They operate 24/7, with staff available even at 2 AM to ensure smooth communication and no time zone issues. Every step of the process is under our control, ensuring top-notch efficiency and reliability. We don’t rely on third parties—we provide "007 service," not "996 working hours."

How It Works:

1.Jenny sent her products to our dedicated export warehouse in Shenzhen.

2.Once we received the goods, we calculated the shipping costs based on weight and volume and recommended the best shipping plan.

3.After Jenny approved the plan, our dedicated staff assisted her in preparing the shipping documents.

4.Once the payment was made, we promptly shipped her goods, making the process as easy as domestic shipping for her.

As the top-tier air freight agent for airlines like Air China and China Southern Airlines, we have fixed cargo space on daily flights to Dubai. With 26 years of experience in international logistics, we understand our clients’ needs better than they do themselves. Want to know more? Check out my stories—filled with insights about air freight to Dubai and heartwarming client experiences. Feel free to reach out anytime!