SHIPPING FROM AUSTRALIA TO THE UNITED STATES
Compare ocean and air freight routes on the Australia to United States trade lane and request a quote tailored to your shipment.
FIND THE BEST SHIPPING ROUTES FROM AUSTRALIA TO THE UNITED STATES
We help businesses export cargo from Australia to the United States, including agricultural products, natural resources, minerals and consumer goods, with ocean, air and multimodal solutions tailored to each shipment.
Compare your freight routes across major port pairs and gateways, with clear visibility of schedules and rates. We give you the information you need to plan and book your shipment to the United States.
We work with a strong network of carriers on the Australia to United States trade corridor to keep rates competitive, with our freight specialists managing the trade lane from origin to final destination.
Reliable schedules
Frequent sailings from major Australian ports to Los Angeles and Seattle keep your supply chain moving to plan along the Australia to United States trade lane.
Multimodal solutions
Smart routing across ocean, air and multimodal options means you can match the right mode to each shipment's urgency and budget.
Manage costs effectively
Transparent rate visibility and strong carrier partnerships help you control freight spend on the Australia to United States trade corridor.
COMPARE FREIGHT ROUTES
Explore ocean and air freight routes connecting major ports and gateways across the Australia to United States trade lane. The routes featured represent some of the most common shipping options on this corridor. For additional route options, rates, and schedules tailored to your shipment, speak to the DP World team or request a quote from our freight specialists.
AVAILABLE FREIGHT ROUTES
OCEAN FREIGHT FROM AUSTRALIA TO THE US
| FROM | TO | TRANSIT TIME | FREQUENCY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney (AUSYD) Melbourne (AUMEL) Brisbane (AUBNE) Fremantle (AUFRE) | Los Angeles (USLAX) Seattle (USSEA) | 18-25 days | Weekly |
AIR FREIGHT FROM AUSTRALIA TO THE US
| FROM | TO | TRANSIT TIME | FREQUENCY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney (SYD) Melbourne (MEL) | Los Angeles (LAX) San Francisco (SFO) | 3-5 days | Daily |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long does it take to ship a container from Australia to the United States by sea?
Ocean freight from Australia to the United States typically takes between 18 to 25 days, depending on the port of origin and destination and the shipping line. Trans-Pacific services from Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane to Los Angeles are among the most commonly operated on this trade lane.
How regularly do container ships travel between Australia and the United States?
Multiple carriers operate regular Trans-Pacific departures on the Australia-United States trade lane. From major Australian ports including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Fremantle, you can typically find weekly sailings to Los Angeles and Seattle, providing consistent schedule options for shippers.
How long does it take to send cargo from Australia to the United States by air freight?
Air freight from Australia to the United States typically takes between 3 to 5 days door-to-door, inclusive of customs clearance. Direct Trans-Pacific services operate from Sydney and Melbourne to Los Angeles and San Francisco. Express services can reduce transit for time-critical cargo.
Can DP World handle customs clearance and multimodal delivery for imports from Australia to the United States?
As a freight forwarder and customs broker, DP World manages the full Australia - United States trade lane, combining ocean freight, air freight and multimodal road and rail solutions with customs clearance on arrival in the United States. Our specialists handle documentation, duties and compliance, then arrange onward delivery to your final destination, so your import moves smoothly from origin to door.
GET A QUOTE FOR YOUR AUSTRALIA TO UNITED STATES SHIPMENT
Request a quote today and our freight specialists will build the right ocean, air or multimodal route around your cargo, with rates and schedules tailored to you.