Ocean Freight · United States → Callao
Ocean Freight from United States to Callao
11 port combinations connect United States and Callao in our network. The shortest, Miami → Callao, is 2,669 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 7–19 days port to port.
- Distance
- 2,669 nm
- Transit
- 7–19 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 Peru.
- Origin
- United States
- Destination
- Callao (PECLL), Peru
- Distance
- from 2,669 nm (4,943 km)
- Estimated transit
- 7–19 days
- Routing via
- Panama Canal
- Equipment
- FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main port pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | Callao | 2,669 nm | 7–13 days |
| New Orleans | Callao | 2,805 nm | 7–13 days |
| Houston | Callao | 2,933 nm | 7–13 days |
| Charleston | Callao | 2,994 nm | 8–14 days |
| Savannah | Callao | 3,004 nm | 8–14 days |
| Norfolk | Callao | 3,214 nm | 8–14 days |
| New York / New Jersey | Callao | 3,411 nm | 9–15 days |
| Los Angeles | Callao | 3,651 nm | 9–16 days |
| Long Beach | Callao | 3,651 nm | 9–16 days |
| Oakland | Callao | 4,049 nm | 10–17 days |
| Seattle | Callao | 4,868 nm | 12–19 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 → Callao: about 7–19 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Peru, 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 Peru
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- Certificate of origin
- Import declaration under Peru 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 Callao take?+
Estimated transit is 7–19 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 Callao?+
The shortest pair is 2,669 nm (4,943 km) by sea via the Panama Canal.
How much does ocean freight from United States to Callao 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 Peru?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); Certificate of origin; Import declaration under Peru customs rules.
Other origins in United States to Callao
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.