{"id":34132,"date":"2025-05-29T03:21:33","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T03:21:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/herotime1.com\/?p=34132"},"modified":"2025-10-03T06:37:37","modified_gmt":"2025-10-03T06:37:37","slug":"air-freight-vs-ocean-freight-for-board-games","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/herotime1.com\/academy\/shipping\/air-freight-vs-ocean-freight-for-board-games\/","title":{"rendered":"Air Freight vs. Ocean Freight for Board Games"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
After you\u2019ve finished printing and packing your board game, the next big question you need to answer is: How should it get to your warehouse, fulfillment center or distributor?<\/span><\/p> For most game creators manufacturing outside the United States, particularly in China, there are two main options for shipping: air freight and ocean freight. Each has distinct advantages and drawbacks, and the right choice depends on your budget, timeline and strategy.<\/span><\/p> Below, we\u2019ve covered the pros and cons of air and ocean freight for board games to help you decide which method makes the most sense for shipping your game.<\/span><\/p> Ocean freight is the most common form of shipping for board games. This involves shipping goods by sea in large containers. Board games are typically loaded into pallets and then into these containers for transport across the ocean.<\/span><\/p> Transporting your game via ocean freight offers great value for money, making it the default option for almost all games.\u00a0<\/span><\/p> Air freight involves shipping your game as cargo via a commercial or cargo airplane. Since the majority of games take up a significant amount of space, are light, and don\u2019t cost much relative to their size, air freight isn\u2019t a common choice for board games.<\/span><\/p> Most of the time, ocean freight will be the most effective option for your business. However, in some cases, using a hybrid approach that combines ocean and air freight can help you to get the best combination of value and flexibility:<\/span><\/p> Ocean freight and air freight both offer advantages and disadvantages. Due to the low costs of ocean freight and the large size of most board games relative to their cost, shipping via sea will usually be the most cost-effective and convenient option for your board game business.<\/span><\/p> At Hero Time, we work closely with you as a board game creator to help you optimize shipping plans based on your budget, your schedule, and your goals. Our team can help you understand the best shipping options for your game and get optimal value for money from your logistics.<\/span><\/p>Ocean Freight for Board Games<\/span><\/h2>
Pros of Ocean Freight<\/span><\/h3>
Cons of Ocean Freight<\/span><\/h3>
Air Freight for Board Games<\/span><\/h2>
Pros of Air Freight<\/span><\/h3>
Cons of Air Freight<\/span><\/h3>
Hybrid Freight Strategy for Board Games<\/span><\/h2>
Contact Us About Shipping Options for Your Game<\/span><\/h2>