Haiphong to Los Angeles and Long Beach Ocean Freight.
Haiphong is the main seaport for northern Vietnam’s factories around Hanoi, Bac Ninh and Hai Duong. We coordinate container shipments from Haiphong and Lach Huyen to Southern California.
Lane at a Glance
| Origin ports | Haiphong, Lach Huyen |
| Destination ports | Port of Los Angeles, Port of Long Beach |
| Ocean transit | About 22 days port to port on direct sailings |
| Door to door | About 4–5 weeks, depending on pickup, customs and delivery |
| Container options | 20′, 40′, 40′ high cube, LCL |
| Typical 20′ price | About USD 5,700–7,200 (late October 2026); see the Shipping Cost Guide |
What’s Included
- Factory pickup across northern Vietnam
- Export clearance
- Ocean freight to LA or Long Beach
- ISF and U.S. customs through licensed brokers
- Cargo insurance offered
- Delivery to your warehouse
What Ships on This Lane
- Electronics and components
- Furniture
- Textiles and apparel
- Machinery parts
Haiphong or Lach Huyen?
Haiphong’s river terminals handle most of northern Vietnam’s containers. Lach Huyen, the deep-water terminal at the mouth of the port, takes larger ships and is often used for direct services to the U.S. West Coast.
Factories in Hanoi, Bac Ninh, Bac Giang and Hai Duong are usually a few hours by truck from either terminal. We compare sailings from both and book the one that gets your cargo to Los Angeles on the best schedule and rate.
Recent Sailings and Rates
Published 20′ rates from Hai Phong to Long Beach for late October and November 2026 sailings. Each sailing takes about 22 days.
| Departs | Arrives | 20′ rate (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 24 | Nov 15 | 5,683 |
| Oct 29 | Nov 20 | 5,683 |
| Nov 5 | Nov 27 | 6,252 |
| Nov 12 | Dec 4 | 6,877 |
Source: Cogoport, Hai Phong to Long Beach (rates valid Oct 23–25, 2026). Ocean freight only; excludes origin and destination charges, duties and taxes. Shown as a market example, not a TradeLane quote.
Rates are rising into November, which is typical before year-end and Lunar New Year. Booking 3–4 weeks ahead keeps more options open.
From Factory to Warehouse
1
Week 1
Pickup in northern Vietnam, export clearance, and loading at Haiphong or Lach Huyen.
2
Weeks 2–4
About 22 days on the water to Los Angeles or Long Beach, with milestone updates from us.
3
Arrival
Customs entry through a licensed broker, terminal pickup and delivery to your door.
Getting Your Cargo Ready in Northern Vietnam
A smooth shipment starts at the factory. Before your cargo ready date, make sure your supplier has these covered:
- Wood pallets and crates must be heat-treated or fumigated and carry the ISPM 15 stamp. U.S. inspectors can refuse untreated wood at the port.
- Carton marks: your company name, the purchase order number and carton count (for example, 1 of 120) on each carton.
- Accurate weights and dimensions on the packing list, so the container is booked at the right size.
- ISF details such as the seller, buyer and product codes, sent to us early so the filing is made at least 24 hours before loading.
- A supplier contact our partners can reach to confirm the pickup time and address.
If several suppliers are shipping in the same container, send us each one’s ready date. We plan the pickup around the latest one so nothing is left behind.
Documents You’ll Need
- Commercial invoice: seller, buyer, product descriptions, values and Incoterms
- Packing list: cartons, weights and dimensions per carton
- Bill of lading: issued by the carrier or our licensed forwarding partner
- ISF (10+2) data: filed at least 24 hours before the container is loaded in Vietnam
- Certificate of origin: when your product or buyer needs one
Related: How It Works · Ho Chi Minh City lane · Shipping Cost Guide
Common Questions
Haiphong or Ho Chi Minh City?
Ship from the port closest to your supplier: north uses Haiphong, south uses Ho Chi Minh City.
How long does it take?
About 22 days port to port on direct sailings, plus pickup, customs and delivery.
Can you pick up from my supplier?
Yes, our partners collect from the factory and handle export paperwork.
How much does a container cost from Haiphong?
Published 20′ rates to Long Beach ran about USD 5,700–6,900 for late October to mid-November 2026 sailings. Ask for today’s rate on 40′ and 40′ high cube.
Can I combine orders from several northern suppliers?
Yes. Partners can consolidate cargo from nearby factories into one container, which usually lowers the cost per unit.
Is air an option from the north?
Yes. Urgent goods can fly from Hanoi (HAN) to LAX; see Vietnam to LAX Air Freight.
Importer Guides
Ready to ship from Haiphong?
Sources for the numbers on this page: Cogoport, Hai Phong to Long Beach (rates valid Oct 23–25, 2026); USDA APHIS: ISPM 15 wood packaging rules; CBP: Importer Security Filing (10+2). Published market rates, not a TradeLane quote. Rates change weekly; ask for today’s price.
Photos via Wikimedia Commons: Raimond Spekking / CC BY-SA 4.0.
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