China, Vietnam, South Korea… The Lunar New Year is approaching
Every year during the Lunar New Year, many businesses in Asia observe an extended holiday, which significantly impacts logistics. We are here to guide you through this period and give you the dates to know, country by country.
Lunar Holidays – Key dates:
- China: 28 January – 4 February
- Vietnam: 25 January – 2 February
- South Korea: 28 – 30 January
- Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia: 29 – 30 January
During this time, many businesses will close, leading to higher shipping prices and reduced flight availability. Even major customs offices like Hong Kong (HKG) and Shanghai (PVG) will operate with limited staff.
Logistics from Asia? We help you:
Whether you need a last-minute solution or an all take-care planning, Air Time Critical® offers:
- Global premium air freight and On Board Courier services for critical shipments.
- Turnkey door-to-door solutions, including customs clearance and express last-mile delivery.
- Fast European deliveries with air charter and helicopter transport.
Discover all our solutions here
Act now to secure your shipments during this peak season! Contact us for tailored solutions to meet your specific needs:
- Via the quick quote form
- By phone: +32 2 888 84 16 (EN/FR)
Happy New Year!
Air Time Critical® team
Chinese New Year (28 January – 4 February) Lunar New Year, Chinese New Year or Spring Festival are the names for the start of the lunar calendar. As per the Chinese zodiac, it is the year of the snake. It is celebrated with family reunions, festive meals, and cultural traditions - vibrant decorations, fireworks and dragon dances.