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Shipping from Thailand to USA
Trade Overview
Thailand is an active export hub serving the U.S. market, particularly in furniture, automotive parts, electronics, and consumer goods. Airlift coordinates full-container ocean freight from Thai ports using its network of licensed agent partners at origin, with shipments delivered through Airlift’s U.S. operations.
(Based on Airlift’s historical shipment volumes over the last 12 months.)
Quick Facts : Thailand USA
Service TypeFCL & LCL on select ports
Operational ControlLicensed agent partners in Thailand; destination operations via Airlift USA offices
Major Origin PortsLaem Chabang, Bangkok
Major Destination PortsLos Angeles, Long Beach, Houston, New York
Typical Transit Time Range28–48 days (P10–P90)
Container Types Supported20FT, 40FT, High Cube
Primary CommoditiesFurniture, automotive parts, electronics, textiles
Additional Cargo TypesRubber products, packaged consumer goods
Customs HandlingExport via Thai Customs e-system; U.S. import via CBP
Major Ports (Based on Actual Export Volume)
Top Origin Ports:
Laem Chabang, Bangkok
Top Destination Ports:
Los Angeles, Long Beach, Houston, New York
Transit Times (Based on Historical Airlift Data – P10 to P90)
Origin from Laem Chabang
Destination Ports
Average Transit Time
Los Angeles
28–34 days
Long Beach
29–35 days
Houston
33–41 days
New York
36–45 days
Origin from Bangkok
Destination Ports
Average Transit Time
Los Angeles
30–37 days
New York
37–48 days
Transit times include transshipment through Singapore or Port Klang based on carrier rotation.
Common Commodities Shipped
Top 4 (by container volume):
- Furniture
- Textiles and apparel
- Automotive parts
- Electronics
Additional Commodities Handled:
Rubber products, plastics, consumer packaged goods.
Customs & Compliance
At Origin – Thailand
- Export documentation filed via Thai Customs e-Customs system
- Commercial Invoice & Packing List required
- Certificate of Origin may apply for tariff benefits
At Destination – USA
- ISF (10+2) filing mandatory prior to loading
- U.S. customs entry with duty classification
- Compliance with CBP and federal agency regulations depending on commodity
Service Options
- Full Container Load (FCL)
- Less than Container Load (LCL)
- Door delivery available upon request
- Special equipment available for oversized cargo
Why Airlift
- Coverage across Thailand’s major export ports and key U.S. gateways
- Experience handling furniture, automotive parts, and consumer goods
- Export coordination via licensed agent partners
- Shipment visibility available through Airlift’s digital platform
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