Container Shipping to Peru — Get Instant Quotes
Why choose iContainers for shipping to Peru?
- High-capacity gateway. The twin terminals at Port of Callao moved ≈ 3 million TEU in 2024, more than 80 % of the country’s box traffic, after DP World’s South Pier expansion lifted overall capacity toward 3 m TEU/year. (DatamarNews, Morningstar)
- Multiple port options. Besides Callao, Paita (≈ 650 k TEU) handles North-coast reefer produce, while Matarani serves mining exports in the south. (yilport.com)
- Growing trade volumes. Peru imported over US $ 6.7 bn in industrial machinery and equipment in 2024, reflecting solid demand for capital goods. (pangea-network.com)
- Future-proof routing. The new Chancay “mega-port” (phase 1: 1.5 m TEU) will shorten Asia–Peru sailings once online, giving shippers a strategic alternative to Callao. (AP News)
- Live congestion intel. We monitor Callao truck queues and berth delays so you can re-route via Paita or book buffer days during peak or El Niño-driven heavy swells. (Kuehne-nagel, El País)
Our Container Shipping Services to Peru
Full Container Load (FCL)
Most inbound cargo—mining machinery, construction gear, consumer electronics—moves in 20 ft or 40 ft FCLs direct to Callao.
Typical transit times
- Shanghai → Callao: 30 – 35 days
- Rotterdam → Callao: 25 – 35 days (via Atlantic loop)
Less than Container Load (LCL)
Ideal for loads under ~15 m³. Weekly console boxes depart Antwerp, Miami and Singapore—popular with SMEs shipping spare parts, textiles and specialty foods.
Air Freight — the fast alternative
Need pallets in days, not weeks? We fly through Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM), which handled ≈ 231 k t of cargo in 2023. Typical door-to-door lead time from EU/US hubs: 3 – 7 days. (Vikipedi)
Country-specific tip: Schedule extra buffer time (Aug–Oct) when low river levels and seasonal swells slow Callao barge and berth operations. (El País)
Container shipping rates to Peru
How much does it cost to ship a container to Peru?
How long does it take to ship a container to Peru?*
| Origin | Mode | Est. transit time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai, CN | FCL | 30 – 35 days | Pacific direct |
| Shenzhen, CN | FCL | 28 – 33 days | Pacific direct |
| Rotterdam, NL | FCL | 25 – 35 days | Atlantic loop |
| New York, USA | FCL | 14 – 20 days | Weekly service |
| Frankfurt → LIM | Air | 3 – 7 days | Includes clearance |
*Port-to-port unless noted; customs and inland haulage may add extra days.
Main Peruvian ports & terminals
| Port | 2024 TEU | Key cargo | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Callao (North & South Piers) | ≈ 3 m | Consumer goods, project cargo | 80 % of national volume (DatamarNews) |
| Paita | ≈ 650 k | Fresh & frozen produce | 10 % of national traffic, reefer focus (yilport.com) |
| Matarani | n/a (bulk-heavy) | Minerals, cement | Southern mining corridor |
What do shippers commonly send to Peru?
- Industrial machinery & equipment for mining and infrastructure projects. (pangea-network.com)
- Copper-mining consumables and heavy parts.
- Consumer electronics for a growing middle class.
- Agrifood inputs supporting Peru’s US $ 12 bn export-agriculture sector. (americaeconomia.com)
Main ports in Peru
FAQs About Shipping Containers to Peru
Yes—below ~15 m³ LCL generally beats the cost of a whole 20 ft FCL.
Heavy swells can close over 80 coastal ports; book early or route via Atlantic services and build 3-5 days contingency. (El País)
Many importers prefer CIF Callao; exporters wanting rate control choose FOB origin port.
Not mandatory but strongly advised given occasional berth congestion and weather risks.