Container Shipping to Denmark — Get Instant Quotes
Why Choose iContainers for Shipping to Denmark?
- Port power where it counts. Port of Aarhus handled about 660 k TEU in 2024, up 9 % year-on-year—giving shippers more weekly slots and equipment availability. (bunkerspot.com)
- Fast air-cargo fallback. Copenhagen Airport (CPH) moved ≈ 326 000 t of freight in 2024, so high-value goods can switch to 3- to 5-day door-to-door when speed matters. (cph.dk)
- Paperwork, simplified. Our platform pre-files the EU’s ICS2 Entry Summary Declaration and applies Denmark’s standard 25 % import-VAT automatically—no clearance surprises. (taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu, trade.gov))
- Seamless inland reach. On-dock rail and short-haul trucking link Copenhagen, Aarhus, Fredericia and Esbjerg to Sweden, Germany and the wider Baltic region in under 48 h.
Our Container Shipping Services to Denmark
Full Container Load (FCL)
Furniture brands, machinery suppliers and wind-energy OEMs move 20′, 40′ & 40′HC (plus reefers) straight into Aarhus or Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP), then rail or truck across Scandinavia and Northern Europe.
Less-than-Container Load (LCL)
SMEs and e-commerce sellers ship < 15 m³ on weekly LCL consolidations that devan in bonded depots at Aarhus and Copenhagen—typically saving 40–60 % versus unused FCL space.
Popular mode: FCL rules for industrial cargo; LCL is booming for design-house prototypes and Amazon-Nordic restocks.
Major ports / airport served: Aarhus, CMP (Copenhagen), Fredericia; urgent air via CPH.
Typical cargo: Machinery, vehicles & parts, electronics—Denmark’s top three import categories. (tradingeconomics.com)
Transit-time references:
- Shanghai → Aarhus: ≈ 30–33 days port-to-port.
- U.S. East Coast → Denmark: typically 13–18 days on direct North-Atlantic services.
Country-specific tip: Winter fog or ice in Øresund can add 1–2 days—build a small buffer into January schedules.
Alternative option: Air freight trims door-to-door to 3–5 days via CPH for pharma, tech spares and fashion drops.
Container shipping rates to Denmark
How much does it cost to ship a container to Denmark?
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Container to Denmark?
| Origin → Denmark | Mode & Size | Indicative All-in Rate (USD)* | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai → Aarhus | 40′ FCL | $4 750 | 32 d |
| Hamburg → Aarhus | 1 m³ / 250 kg LCL | $195 | 3 d |
*Spot rates move weekly—generate an exact live quote inside your iContainers dashboard.
Key cost drivers: route length, bunker surcharges, reefer vs. dry equipment, peak-season GRIs (pre-Christmas), and Danish port dues.
How Long Does It Take to Ship a Container to Denmark?
- East Asia → Denmark: 30–34 days ocean
- North-Atlantic (U.S.) → Denmark: 13–18 days ocean
- North-Europe short-sea → Denmark: 2–4 days feeder
Air freight door-to-door: 3–5 days via CPH. (cph.dk)
Popular Routes and Ports for Shipping to Denmark
Asia-Baltic loops call Aarhus and CMP after Hamburg/Gdańsk, while direct North-Atlantic services link New York and Halifax. Feeder barges and rail distribute boxes to Aalborg, Frederikshavn and Göteborg within 24–36 h.
Steps to Book Your Container Shipment with iContainers
- Quote — Enter origin, destination and cargo specs for an instant price.
- Documents — Upload commercial invoice, packing list & HS codes (ICS2 auto-filed). (taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu)
- Book & Pay — Confirm sailing and pay securely online.
- Track — Follow vessel and customs milestones in real time.
- Clear — Pay EU duty (most goods 0–5 %) plus 25 % Danish VAT—DIY or via our broker. (trade.gov)
- Deliver — Arrange final-mile truck, rail or barge to warehouse, Amazon SE FBA or free-port.
What Can You Ship in a Container to Denmark?
Common commodities
- Industrial machinery
- Cars & parts
- Electronics
- Furniture
- Pharmaceuticals
- Wind-turbine components
Restricted / Prohibited
Counterfeit brands, certain chemicals without EU REACH license, endangered-species timber.
FAQs About Shipping Containers to Denmark
Goods clear at 0–5 % EU duty plus 25 % VAT on the CIF value; our quote tool estimates both. (trade.gov)
Yes—below 15 m³ you avoid paying for unused FCL space and typically save 40–60 %.
Not legally required, but strongly recommended—add door-to-door cover during checkout.
Secure space 6–8 weeks ahead of early-December demand to avoid roll-overs and rate spikes.