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Ocean Freight · United States → Algeciras

Ocean Freight from United States to Algeciras

11 port combinations connect United States and Algeciras in our network. The shortest, New York / New Jersey → Algeciras, is 3,209 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 8–30 days port to port.

Distance
3,209 nm
Transit
8–30 days
Service
FCL & LCL
3,209 nm
Shortest pair
8–30 days
Estimated transit
Strait of Gibraltar
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 United States, and hands the cargo to import clearance and final delivery in Spain.

Origin
United States
Destination
Algeciras (ESALG), Spain
Distance
from 3,209 nm (5,943 km)
Estimated transit
8–30 days
Routing via
Strait of Gibraltar and Panama Canal
Equipment
FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
Incoterms
EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP

Network

Main port pairs

OriginDestinationDistanceTransit
New York / New JerseyAlgeciras3,209 nm8–14 days
NorfolkAlgeciras3,376 nm9–15 days
CharlestonAlgeciras3,652 nm9–16 days
SavannahAlgeciras3,707 nm9–16 days
MiamiAlgeciras3,860 nm10–16 days
New OrleansAlgeciras4,570 nm11–18 days
HoustonAlgeciras4,784 nm12–19 days
Los AngelesAlgeciras7,362 nm18–27 days
Long BeachAlgeciras7,362 nm18–27 days
OaklandAlgeciras7,759 nm19–28 days
SeattleAlgeciras8,578 nm21–30 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 United States.

  2. 02

    Pickup and export clearance

    We coordinate container release, pickup and export customs in United States.

  3. 03

    Ocean transit

    Sailing United States → Algeciras: about 8–30 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.

  4. 04

    Import clearance

    Customs clearance in Spain, 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 Spain

  • 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 United States to Algeciras take?+

Estimated transit is 8–30 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 United States from Algeciras?+

The shortest pair is 3,209 nm (5,943 km) by sea via the Strait of Gibraltar and Panama Canal.

How much does ocean freight from United States to Algeciras 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 Spain?+

Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); EORI number of the importer; ICS2 entry summary declaration (ENS).

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Ready to move your cargo?

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

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