SHIPPING FROM CANADA TO THE UNITED STATES
Compare ocean and air freight routes on the Canada to United States trade lane and request a quote tailored to your shipment.
FIND THE BEST SHIPPING ROUTES FROM CANADA TO THE UNITED STATES
We help businesses export cargo from Canada to the United States, including natural resources, manufactured goods, automotive components and agricultural products, 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 Canada 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 Canadian ports to Los Angeles, Seattle, and New York keep your supply chain moving to plan along the Canada 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 Canada to United States trade corridor.
COMPARE FREIGHT ROUTES
Explore ocean and air freight routes connecting major ports and gateways across the Canada 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 CANADA TO THE US
| FROM | TO | TRANSIT TIME | FREQUENCY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver (CAVAN) Montreal (CAMTR) Halifax (CAHAL) | Los Angeles (USLAX) Seattle (USSEA) New York (USNYC) | 5-12 days | Weekly |
AIR FREIGHT FROM CANADA TO THE US
| FROM | TO | TRANSIT TIME | FREQUENCY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto (YYZ) Vancouver (YVR) | New York (JFK) Los Angeles (LAX) | 1-3 days | Daily |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long does it take to ship a container from Canada to the United States by sea?
Ocean freight from Canada to the United States generally takes between 5 to 12 days, depending on the ports of origin and destination, the shipping line and the service selected. Transit times vary by route, with services between Canada's west coast and the US west coast typically taking less time than routes serving the US east coast.
How regularly do container ships travel between Canada and the United States?
Ocean freight services operate regularly between Canada and the United States, with scheduled sailings available on key trade routes. Service frequency varies by port pair and carrier, with departures available from major Canadian ports, including Vancouver, Montreal and Halifax.
How long does it take to send cargo from Canada to the United States by air freight?
Air freight from Canada to the United States typically takes between 1 to 3 days door-to-door, inclusive of customs clearance. Frequent air freight services connect major Canadian and US cities, supporting fast, reliable movement of time-sensitive cargo.
Can DP World handle customs clearance and multimodal delivery for imports from Canada to the United States?
As a freight forwarder and customs broker, DP World manages the full Canada-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 CANADA 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.