Ocean Freight · United States → Argentina
Ocean Freight from United States to Argentina
11 port combinations connect United States and Argentina in our network. The shortest, Miami → Buenos Aires, is 5,697 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 14–31 days port to port.
- Distance
- 5,697 nm
- Transit
- 14–31 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 United States, and hands the cargo to import clearance and final delivery in Argentina.
- Origin
- United States
- Destination
- Argentina
- Distance
- from 5,697 nm (10,551 km)
- Estimated transit
- 14–31 days
- Routing via
- Chilean channels
- Equipment
- FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main port pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | Buenos Aires | 5,697 nm | 14–22 days |
| Norfolk | Buenos Aires | 5,869 nm | 14–22 days |
| Charleston | Buenos Aires | 5,871 nm | 14–22 days |
| New York / New Jersey | Buenos Aires | 5,926 nm | 15–22 days |
| Savannah | Buenos Aires | 5,926 nm | 15–22 days |
| New Orleans | Buenos Aires | 6,296 nm | 15–24 days |
| Houston | Buenos Aires | 6,505 nm | 16–24 days |
| Los Angeles | Buenos Aires | 7,500 nm | 18–27 days |
| Long Beach | Buenos Aires | 7,500 nm | 18–27 days |
| Oakland | Buenos Aires | 7,839 nm | 19–28 days |
| Seattle | Buenos Aires | 8,658 nm | 21–31 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 United States.
- 02
Pickup and export clearance
We coordinate container release, pickup and export customs in United States.
- 03
Ocean transit
Sailing United States → Argentina: about 14–31 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Argentina, 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 Argentina
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- Certificate of origin
- Import declaration under Argentina 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 United States to Argentina take?+
Estimated transit is 14–31 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 Argentina?+
The shortest pair is 5,697 nm (10,551 km) by sea via the Chilean channels.
How much does ocean freight from United States to Argentina 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 Argentina?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); Certificate of origin; Import declaration under Argentina customs rules.
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