Ocean Freight · United States → Thailand
Ocean Freight from United States to Thailand
11 port combinations connect United States and Thailand in our network. The shortest, Seattle → Laem Chabang, is 7,221 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 18–42 days port to port.
- Distance
- 7,221 nm
- Transit
- 18–42 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 Thailand.
- Origin
- United States
- Destination
- Thailand
- Distance
- from 7,221 nm (13,373 km)
- Estimated transit
- 18–42 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 | Laem Chabang | 7,221 nm | 18–26 days |
| Oakland | Laem Chabang | 7,502 nm | 18–27 days |
| Los Angeles | Laem Chabang | 7,841 nm | 19–28 days |
| Long Beach | Laem Chabang | 7,841 nm | 19–28 days |
| New York / New Jersey | Laem Chabang | 10,982 nm | 27–38 days |
| Norfolk | Laem Chabang | 11,149 nm | 27–38 days |
| Charleston | Laem Chabang | 11,425 nm | 28–39 days |
| Savannah | Laem Chabang | 11,479 nm | 28–39 days |
| Miami | Laem Chabang | 11,632 nm | 28–40 days |
| New Orleans | Laem Chabang | 12,150 nm | 29–41 days |
| Houston | Laem Chabang | 12,277 nm | 30–42 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 → Thailand: about 18–42 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Thailand, 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 Thailand
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- Certificate of origin
- Import declaration under Thailand 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 Thailand take?+
Estimated transit is 18–42 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 Thailand?+
The shortest pair is 7,221 nm (13,373 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 Thailand 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 Thailand?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); Certificate of origin; Import declaration under Thailand customs rules.
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Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.