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Why Choose iContainers for Shipping to Buenos Aires?


  • Argentina’s busiest container hub. Terminals at the Port of Buenos Aires moved ≈ 675 000 TEU in the last 12 months, well ahead of any other port in the province (datamarnews.com).
  • Link to MERCOSUR’s largest market. From Puerto Nuevo or nearby Dock Sud you can reach 15 million consumers in Greater BA by truck in under two hours.
  • Strong automotive & machinery lanes. Vehicle and auto-part imports alone topped US $8.5 billion in 2023 (connecta-network.com) — a lane where our FCL contracts secure space even in peak season.
  • End-to-end visibility. Compare FCL, LCL, or air freight via Ezeiza (EZE) in seconds, book online, upload your SIMI import licence and packing list, then track every milestone.
  • Alternative speed option. Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) handled ≈ 229 000 t of freight in 2024 and delivers urgent parts to Buenos Aires factories in 24–72 hours (en.wikipedia.org).

Our Container Shipping Services to Buenos Aires


Full Container Load (FCL) Shipping


  • Most-used mode for bulk soymeal, chilled beef and machinery.
  • Typical routes & times
    • Shanghai → Buenos Aires (via Cape of Good Hope/Panama): 38–40 days port-to-port
    • Rotterdam → Buenos Aires: 27–32 days with trans-shipment at Santos or Montevideo.


  • Ports served: Puerto Nuevo (TERMINAL 4, TRP) and Exolgan Dock Sud; rail links onward to Rosario agribulk belt.

  • Local opportunity: New Milei-era tariff cuts on grain & beef exports make FCL the go-to for agri shippers seeking fast customs clearance (reuters.com).


Less than Container Load (LCL) Shipping


  • Ideal for < 15 m³ / < 12 t when you only need to pay for the space you use.
  • Weekly consolidations feed the Buenos Aires CFS from Shenzhen, Antwerp and Miami.
  • SMEs ship spare parts, wine, premium foods and cosmetics via LCL to test market demand.
  • Transit-time references
    • Hamburg → Buenos Aires (LCL): 32–35 days door-CFS.
    • Santos → Buenos Aires (feeder): 6–8 days.



Air freight alternative – critical samples or line-down parts land at EZE in 1–3 days, clear customs within 24 hours, and truck to the Metro area the same day.

Container shipping rates to Buenos Aires

How much does it cost to ship a container to Buenos Aires?

How Long Does It Take to Ship a Container to Buenos Aires?


  • East Asia → Buenos Aires: 38–40 days (direct via Cape or via Panama/Santos)
  • Europe → Buenos Aires: 27–32 days depending on trans-shipment.
  • South America East Coast → Buenos Aires: 6–9 days feeder from Santos or Rio Grande.
  • Air freight via EZE: 1–3 days door-to-door within the Americas; 3–5 days from Europe/Asia.

Popular Routes and Ports for Shipping to Buenos Aires


Trade LaneWeekly Service Highlights
East AsiaShanghai, Ningbo, Yantian → Buenos Aires (via Santos)
EuropeRotterdam, Hamburg, Antwerp → Buenos Aires
South AmericaSantos, Rio Grande, Itajaí → Buenos Aires
Inland ArgentinaRail & barge to Rosario, Córdoba, Mendoza via Zárate & La Plata

Steps to Book Your Container Shipment with iContainers


  1. Get an instant quote (FCL, LCL or air freight).
  2. Upload documents – commercial invoice, packing list, and SIMI import permit.
  3. Confirm & pay online.
  4. Track gate-in, departure, trans-shipment and arrival in real time.
  5. Customs clearance – self-handle or have our broker file your import entry and VAT.
  6. Arrange final-mile trucking to Pilar, Tigre, or your Free-Trade-Zone warehouse.

What Can You Ship in a Container to Buenos Aires?


Common Commodities


  • Automotive parts
  • Consumer electronics
  • Agricultural machinery
  • Wine & spirits
  • Frozen beef
  • Soymeal pellets reuters.com

Restricted or Prohibited Goods


  • Used tires, counterfeit brands, unlicensed pesticides.
  • Meat, dairy or fresh produce without SENASA certification.
  • Hazardous chemicals not declared under IMDG Code.
  • Firearms or ammunition without RENAR permits.

FAQs About Shipping Containers to Buenos Aires

How do I calculate shipping costs to Buenos Aires?

Use our instant quote tool—rates include ocean freight, BAF and Buenos Aires terminal charges.

What’s the cheapest way to ship small loads?

For cargo under ≈ 15 m³, weekly LCL consolidation is usually most economical.

Do I need cargo insurance?

Not mandatory, but highly recommended—add full-value coverage at checkout.

What documents does Argentine Customs require?

At minimum: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, SIMI import licence, and any product-specific permits.

Are port strikes still common?

Labour actions have eased under recent reforms, yet we advise booking 2–3 weeks early during November grain-export peak to avoid rollovers.

Ready to connect your supply chain to Buenos Aires?

Get your instant iContainers quote now and lock in space.

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