Ship a Container to Alicante — Get Instant Quotes
Why Choose iContainers for Shipping to Alicante?
Alicante’s export mix—footwear, marble, table grapes, and wine—demands both flexibility and speed. iContainers offers:
- Instant online quotes with transparent pricing in EUR or USD.
- Local expertise at the Port of Alicante plus rail/road links via the A-31 corridor.
- Multilingual support (English & Spanish) and optional customs-brokerage assistance.
- Real-time tracking from pickup to final delivery.
Our Container Shipping Services to Alicante
Full Container Load (FCL) Shipping
More than 70 % of commercial traffic to Alicante moves FCL to unlock lower unit costs on bulk items like marble slabs and seasonal produce. We offer 20', 40', and 40'HC equipment, plus reefers for perishables.
Less than Container Load (LCL) Shipping
SMEs shipping samples, e-commerce orders, or promotional goods save up to 50 % via our weekly LCL consolidations from major hubs such as Rotterdam, New York, and Shanghai.
Popular mode: LCL is rapidly growing among Amazon & Shopify sellers targeting Spain’s Levante region.
Major port & airport served: Port of Alicante (ESALC) and Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) for urgent air imports.
Typical cargo: Footwear, ceramics, fresh grapes, olive oil.
Transit time: 12–18 days from New York; 25–30 days from Shanghai (direct service).
Key challenge: Limited reefer slots during harvest. Book early to secure equipment.
Alternative option: Air freight—2-4 day transit into ALC for high-value samples or just-in-time inventory.
Container shipping rates to Alicante
How much does it cost to ship a container to Alicante?
How Long Does It Take to Ship a Container to Alicante?
- North Europe → Alicante: 7–14 days port-to-port
- East Asia → Alicante: 25–35 days depending on direct or tranship service
- North America East Coast → Alicante: 12–18 days
Popular Routes and Ports for Shipping to Alicante
Most vessels call Valencia or Barcelona first, then feeder to Alicante. Trucking and rail links connect swiftly to Murcia, Albacete, and Madrid.
Steps to Book Your Container Shipment with iContainers
- Get an instant quote online.
- Upload commercial invoice & packing list.
- Confirm booking and pay securely.
- Track your shipment 24/7 in your dashboard.
- Clear customs with our brokerage support or your own agent.
- Arrange last-mile delivery to warehouse or Amazon FBA.
What Can You Ship in a Container to Alicante?
Common Commodities
Marble, footwear, ceramics, fresh fruit, textiles, household goods.
Restricted or Prohibited Goods
Counterfeit branded items, hazardous chemicals without permits, protected wood species.
FAQs About Shipping Containers to Alicante
Use our instant quote tool—rates include ocean freight, BAF, and terminal handling.
For loads under 15 m³, LCL consolidation is usually most cost-effective.
It’s strongly recommended; iContainers offers door-to-door cargo insurance at checkout.