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Ocean Freight · Manila → Colombia

Ocean Freight from Manila to Colombia

2 port combinations connect Manila and Colombia in our network. The shortest, Manila → Buenaventura, is 9,571 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 23–34 days port to port.

Distance
9,571 nm
Transit
23–34 days
Service
FCL & LCL
9,571 nm
Shortest pair
23–34 days
Estimated transit
Panama Canal
Routing via
WhatsApp
Written quote, same business day

Lane at a glance

Route facts

GoForwarder books full-container (FCL) and consolidated (LCL) space on this lane, coordinates pickup and export in Philippines, and hands the cargo to import clearance and final delivery in Colombia.

Origin
Manila (PHMNL), Philippines
Destination
Colombia
Distance
from 9,571 nm (17,725 km)
Estimated transit
23–34 days
Routing via
Panama Canal
Equipment
FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
Incoterms
EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP

Network

Main port pairs

OriginDestinationDistanceTransit
ManilaBuenaventura9,571 nm23–34 days
ManilaCartagena9,820 nm24–34 days

How it works

From quote to delivery

  1. 01

    Quote and booking

    Send cargo details on WhatsApp; we confirm the rate and book vessel space from Manila.

  2. 02

    Pickup and export clearance

    We coordinate container release, pickup and export customs in Philippines.

  3. 03

    Ocean transit

    Sailing Manila → Colombia: about 23–34 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.

  4. 04

    Import clearance

    Customs clearance in Colombia, coordinated with our customs broker partners.

  5. 05

    Final delivery

    Drayage from the terminal to your warehouse, with proof of delivery.

Checklist

Documents and cost drivers

Documents to import into Colombia

  • Commercial invoice
  • Packing list
  • Bill of lading (B/L)
  • Certificate of origin
  • Import declaration under Colombia customs rules

What drives the price on this lane

  • Base ocean freight (per container for FCL, per CBM for LCL)
  • Bunker / fuel surcharges (BAF) and peak-season surcharges
  • Terminal handling at origin and destination (THC)
  • Documentation and B/L fees
  • Customs clearance at both ends
  • Drayage from the port to the final address
  • Cargo insurance

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How long does ocean freight from Manila to Colombia take?+

Estimated transit is 23–34 days port to port. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.

How far is Manila from Colombia?+

The shortest pair is 9,571 nm (17,725 km) by sea via the Panama Canal.

How much does ocean freight from Manila to Colombia cost?+

It depends on container size or volume (CBM), the season and surcharges. Send your cargo details on WhatsApp and we reply with a written quote.

FCL or LCL — which one do I need?+

Below roughly 15 m³, consolidated LCL is usually cheaper. Above that, a 20-foot container starts to pay off; a 40-foot container fits about 67 m³.

What documents do I need to import into Colombia?+

Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); Certificate of origin; Import declaration under Colombia customs rules.

From Manila to other destinations in Colombia

Ready to move your cargo?

Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.

Get a quote on WhatsApp