Import / Export
Understanding LCL vs FCL Shipping: Which Is Right for You?
LCL and FCL are the two main options for sea freight from Thailand. The right choice depends on your shipment volume, budget, and timeline — here's how to decide.
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Tell us about your shipment and we'll come back with one all-in price — customs clearance, documentation, permits and transport. Indicative estimate within 4 business hours.
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How we price your clearance
Customs processing isn't a fixed rate — it depends on your commodity, the permits involved and which agencies have to sign off. So we compete it, and you get the benefit while we carry the accountability.
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You send the details
One form, about five minutes. Route, cargo, value and what transport you need.
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We put it out to tender
Your shipment goes to approved, licensed Thai customs specialists who bid on the processing work.
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We compare and select
We choose on price, clearance time and track record with your commodity — not on price alone.
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You get one price
A single all-in ThaiGo quote, one invoice, one point of accountability.
Indicative freight rates
These are our published freight rates — the transport leg only. Customs clearance, documentation and permits are quoted separately once we've completed sourcing.
| Type | Route | Rate | Transit Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| LCL (Shared Container) | Thailand → USA (Los Angeles / New York) | ฿4,500 – ฿5,500 per CBM | 28–35 days (port-to-port) |
| LCL (Shared Container) | Thailand → UK (Felixstowe / Southampton) | ฿4,200 – ฿5,200 per CBM | 25–30 days (port-to-port) |
| LCL (Shared Container) | Thailand → Australia (Sydney / Melbourne / Brisbane) | ฿3,800 – ฿4,800 per CBM | 18–25 days (port-to-port) |
| LCL (Shared Container) | Thailand → Singapore | ฿1,800 – ฿2,800 per CBM | 5–8 days (port-to-port) |
| FCL (Full Container) | Thailand → Europe (Hamburg / Rotterdam / Antwerp) | ฿45,000 – ฿65,000 per 20ft container | 25–30 days (port-to-port) |
| FCL (Full Container) | Thailand → USA (Los Angeles / Houston) | ฿55,000 – ฿80,000 per 20ft container | 25–35 days (port-to-port) |
| Air Freight | Thailand → USA / Europe (all major airports) | ฿280 – ฿420 per kg (min. 100 kg chargeable weight) | 3–5 days door-to-door |
| Air Freight | Thailand → Australia / New Zealand | ฿220 – ฿360 per kg (min. 100 kg chargeable weight) | 2–4 days door-to-door |
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Who handles your clearance
- Members of TIFFA, the Thai International Freight Forwarders Association.
- A licensed Thai customs broker on staff, registered with the Thai Customs Department.
- IATA-certified dangerous goods handling for air cargo.
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