Ocean Freight · Panama → Piraeus
Ocean Freight from Panama to Piraeus
2 port combinations connect Panama and Piraeus in our network. The shortest, Colón (Manzanillo Intl.) → Piraeus, is 5,793 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 14–22 days port to port.
- Distance
- 5,793 nm
- Transit
- 14–22 days
- Service
- FCL & LCL
Lane at a glance
Route facts
GoForwarder books full-container (FCL) and consolidated (LCL) space on this lane, coordinates pickup and export in Panama, and hands the cargo to import clearance and final delivery in Greece.
- Origin
- Panama
- Destination
- Piraeus (GRPIR), Greece
- Distance
- from 5,793 nm (10,729 km)
- Estimated transit
- 14–22 days
- Routing via
- Panama Canal and Strait of Gibraltar
- Equipment
- FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main port pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colón (Manzanillo Intl.) | Piraeus | 5,793 nm | 14–22 days |
| Balboa | Piraeus | 5,818 nm | 14–22 days |
How it works
From quote to delivery
- 01
Quote and booking
Send cargo details on WhatsApp; we confirm the rate and book vessel space from Panama.
- 02
Pickup and export clearance
We coordinate container release, pickup and export customs in Panama.
- 03
Ocean transit
Sailing Panama → Piraeus: about 14–22 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Greece, coordinated with our customs broker partners.
- 05
Final delivery
Drayage from the terminal to your warehouse, with proof of delivery.
Checklist
Documents and cost drivers
Documents to import into Greece
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- EORI number of the importer
- ICS2 entry summary declaration (ENS)
- Import customs declaration in the EU member state
- Proof of origin under the EU–Mexico agreement when applicable
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 Panama to Piraeus take?+
Estimated transit is 14–22 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 Panama from Piraeus?+
The shortest pair is 5,793 nm (10,729 km) by sea via the Panama Canal and Strait of Gibraltar.
How much does ocean freight from Panama to Piraeus 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 Greece?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); EORI number of the importer; ICS2 entry summary declaration (ENS).
Other origins in Panama to Piraeus
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.