Container Shipping to Thailand — Get Instant Quotes

Why Choose iContainers for Shipping to Thailand?

• End‑to‑end online booking: compare rates, pick sailings, and secure space 24/7.
• Local expertise: on‑ground partners in Laem Chabang, Bangkok (Khlong Toei), Map Ta Phut, Songkhla speed up customs and last‑mile delivery (nationthailand).
• Transparent pricing: all port, bunker, and documentation surcharges shown up‑front.
• Multimodal options: sea‑air and cross‑border trucking links to Cambodia, Laos, and Malaysia.

Our Container Shipping Services to Thailand

Full Container Load (FCL) Shipping

• Preferred mode: Thailand’s export mix of automotive parts, electronics, and rubber makes FCL the go‑to for shippers moving >15 CBM.
• Major gateway: Port of Laem Chabang (THLCH) handled 9.46 million TEU in FY‑2024, over two‑thirds of the nation’s ocean freight (nationthailand).
• Typical transits: Long Beach → Laem Chabang ≈ 22 days; Rotterdam → Laem Chabang ≈ 35 days
• Door‑to‑door tracking plus bonded trucking to industrial estates in Rayong and Ayutthaya.

Less than Container Load (LCL) Shipping

• Ideal for SMEs shipping <10 CBM of garments, food ingredients, or spare parts.
• Weekly consolidations via Singapore, Hong Kong, and Busan cut lead‑times to 7‑12 days port‑to‑port.
• All wooden packaging must meet ISPM‑15 heat‑treated or fumigated standards, verified on arrival by Thai Quarantine officers (faolex.fao.org).

Need it faster? Air Freight to Thailand

• Time‑critical cargo—semiconductor equipment, fashion samples, perishables—lands at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) within 48–72 hours from major gateways; fastest routings from the US clock ≈ 19 hours total flight time.
• Combine air import with domestic trucking to Eastern Economic Corridor factories for same‑week delivery.

Country‑specific insight: Imports valued over THB 40,000 must be pre‑declared electronically, and many goods need import licenses or extra certificates—late filings can add 2‑3 days to clearance( customs.go.th, trade.gov).

How Long Does It Take to Ship a Container to Thailand?

*Port‑to‑port; add 3‑5 days for door pickup / delivery.

Popular Routes and Ports for Shipping to Thailand

• Laem Chabang – Thailand’s deep‑sea hub (9.46 M TEU FY‑24) nationthailand.
• Bangkok Port (Khlong Toei) – Handy for metro deliveries and river‑barge connections.
• Map Ta Phut – Chemicals and petro‑chem clusters in Rayong.
• Songkhla – Southern gateway for rubber and seafood exports.

Typical trade lanes:

• Long Beach ↔ Laem Chabang (electronics, auto parts)
• Hamburg ↔ Laem Chabang (machinery)
• Singapore ↔ Bangkok (FMCG, garments)

Steps to Book Your Container Shipment with iContainers

1. Get an instant quote—enter origin, destination, cargo, and INCOTERM.
2. Select schedule & carrier; lock space online.
3. Upload paperwork (Commercial Invoice, Packing List, licences).
4. Arrange pickup or deliver to our CFS/terminal.
5. Track shipment in real time with automated ETA alerts.
6. Customs & final mile handled by our Thai agents; pay duties online.

What Can You Ship in a Container to Thailand?

Common Commodities

• Automotive parts & accessories
• Consumer electronics & PC components
• Rubber products & tires
• Rice, canned tuna, sugar

Restricted or Prohibited Goods

• Narcotics & controlled pharmaceuticals
• Firearms, ammunition, and explosives
• Wildlife products (CITES‑listed)
• Hazardous chemicals without licence