Ocean Freight · United States → Ho Chi Minh City
Ocean Freight from United States to Ho Chi Minh City
11 port combinations connect United States and Ho Chi Minh City in our network. The shortest, Seattle → Ho Chi Minh City, is 6,683 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 16–40 days port to port.
- Distance
- 6,683 nm
- Transit
- 16–40 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 Vietnam.
- Origin
- United States
- Destination
- Ho Chi Minh City (VNSGN), Vietnam
- Distance
- from 6,683 nm (12,377 km)
- Estimated transit
- 16–40 days
- Routing via
- Suez Canal, Strait of Malacca, Strait of Gibraltar, Bab-el-Mandeb and 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | Ho Chi Minh City | 6,683 nm | 16–25 days |
| Oakland | Ho Chi Minh City | 6,964 nm | 17–26 days |
| Los Angeles | Ho Chi Minh City | 7,303 nm | 18–27 days |
| Long Beach | Ho Chi Minh City | 7,303 nm | 18–27 days |
| New York / New Jersey | Ho Chi Minh City | 10,814 nm | 26–37 days |
| Norfolk | Ho Chi Minh City | 10,981 nm | 27–38 days |
| Charleston | Ho Chi Minh City | 11,257 nm | 27–39 days |
| Savannah | Ho Chi Minh City | 11,312 nm | 27–39 days |
| Miami | Ho Chi Minh City | 11,464 nm | 28–39 days |
| New Orleans | Ho Chi Minh City | 11,611 nm | 28–40 days |
| Houston | Ho Chi Minh City | 11,739 nm | 28–40 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 → Ho Chi Minh City: about 16–40 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Vietnam, 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 Vietnam
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- Certificate of origin
- Import declaration under Vietnam 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 Ho Chi Minh City take?+
Estimated transit is 16–40 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 Ho Chi Minh City?+
The shortest pair is 6,683 nm (12,377 km) by sea via the Suez Canal, Strait of Malacca, Strait of Gibraltar, Bab-el-Mandeb and Panama Canal.
How much does ocean freight from United States to Ho Chi Minh City 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 Vietnam?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); Certificate of origin; Import declaration under Vietnam customs rules.
From United States to other destinations in Vietnam
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.