Ocean Freight · United States → Vietnam
Ocean Freight from United States to Vietnam
22 port combinations connect United States and Vietnam in our network. The shortest, Seattle → Haiphong, is 6,353 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 16–40 days port to port.
- Distance
- 6,353 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
- Vietnam
- Distance
- from 6,353 nm (11,766 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 | Haiphong | 6,353 nm | 16–24 days |
| Oakland | Haiphong | 6,634 nm | 16–25 days |
| Seattle | Ho Chi Minh City | 6,683 nm | 16–25 days |
| Oakland | Ho Chi Minh City | 6,964 nm | 17–26 days |
| Los Angeles | Haiphong | 6,973 nm | 17–26 days |
| Long Beach | Haiphong | 6,973 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 |
| Miami | Haiphong | 11,146 nm | 27–38 days |
| Charleston | Ho Chi Minh City | 11,257 nm | 27–39 days |
| New Orleans | Haiphong | 11,282 nm | 27–39 days |
| Savannah | Ho Chi Minh City | 11,312 nm | 27–39 days |
| Houston | Haiphong | 11,410 nm | 28–39 days |
| Miami | Ho Chi Minh City | 11,464 nm | 28–39 days |
| Charleston | Haiphong | 11,471 nm | 28–39 days |
| Savannah | Haiphong | 11,481 nm | 28–39 days |
| New York / New Jersey | Haiphong | 11,498 nm | 28–39 days |
| New Orleans | Ho Chi Minh City | 11,611 nm | 28–40 days |
| Norfolk | Haiphong | 11,665 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 → Vietnam: 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 Vietnam 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 Vietnam?+
The shortest pair is 6,353 nm (11,766 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 Vietnam 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
Other origins in United States to Vietnam
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.