Expedited LCL Shipping
Add consistency and speed at competitive rates.
Strike a balance between budget and timeline
When time is of the essence, complement your existing strategy with expedited less than container load (LCL) service.
Straightforward pricing: Secure an upfront, all-inclusive rate per kg
Consistent rates: Get the same rate per kg for all Asia origins
Cost savings: Reduce costs by 75% over air freight service
Faster delivery times: Cut days in transit by 30% over traditional LCL
Expect transparency every step of the way
Included in your rate
- Ocean freight
- Destination port fees
- Destination CFS fees
- Domestic trucking charges to door
Excluded from your rate
- Customs and brokerage fees
- Importer security filing (ISF) fees
- Automated manifest system (AMS) fees
Services requiring an additional fee
- Palletization/shrink wrap of loose cargo
- Fees for additional weight based on palletization
Freight restrictions and requirements
- No in-bond cargo
- No HAZMAT freight
- All shipments must be customs cleared prior to arrival
Asia to Los Angeles: Unlock expedited LCL excellence
Designed to deliver efficiency, our service can help you develop a streamlined, global shipment flow that doesn’t compromise on service, speed, or spend.
Countries eligible for expedited LCL service through Los Angeles
Boasting common-rated, per kilogram ocean rates based on destination, you can expect cost-effectiveness and transparency at every step.
- China
- Hong Kong
- Indonesia
- Japan
- Korea
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Singapore
- Taiwan
- Thailand
- Vietnam
Compare sailing and transit times based on origin
| Origin | Frequency |
Ocean transit (avg. days) |
Port dwell (avg days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Busan | Weekly | 13 | 4.5 |
| Dalian | Weekly | 21 | 4.5 |
| Fuzhou | Weekly | 23 | 4.5 |
| Guangzhou/Huangpu | Weekly | 16 | 4.5 |
| Haiphong | Weekly | 19 | 4.5 |
| Haiphong Matson Fast Boat | Weekly | 17 | 2 |
| Ho Chi Minh | Weekly | 20 | 4.5 |
| Hong Kong | Weekly | 15 | 4.5 |
| Jakarta | Weekly | 34 | 4.5 |
| Kaohsiung | Weekly | 13 | 4.5 |
| Kobe | Weekly | 17 | 4.5 |
| Laem Chabang | Weekly | 22 | 4.5 |
| Manila | Weekly | 23 | 4.5 |
| Nagoya | Weekly | 15 | 4.5 |
| Ningbo | Weekly | 16 | 4.5 |
| Ningbo Matson Fast Boat | Weekly | 12 | 2 |
| Port Kelang | Weekly | 29 | 4.5 |
| Qingdao | Weekly | 18 | 4.5 |
| Shanghai | Weekly | 15 | 4.5 |
| Shanghai Matson Fast Boat | Weekly | 11 | 2 |
| Shenzhen/Yantian | Weekly | 14 | 4.5 |
| Singapore | Weekly | 22 | 4.5 |
| Tianjin/Xingang | Weekly | 20 | 4.5 |
| Tokyo | Weekly | 12 | 4.5 |
| Xiamen | Weekly | 18 | 4.5 |
| Yokohama | Weekly | 12 | 4.5 |
Frequently asked questions
Q: Are carbon emissions higher with traditional LCL or expedited LCL?
Expedited LCL service has a higher carbon footprint than traditional LCL. But both have fewer emissions than air freight in the same lane. The reason expedited LCL service tends to have higher CO2 output than traditional LCL freight is that parts of the journey replace ocean/rail service with trucks.
Q: What is the size limit for expedited LCL shipments?
Size limits are dependent on the cargo being moved as well as the particular trade lane. Typically, the restrictions follow the maximum weight/dimensions of a 40' shipping container, but it can be lower.
Q: What format can I expect for my expedited LCL rates?
Expedited LCL rates can be provided based on weight/measurement or per KG for easier comparison with traditional LCL or air freight, respectively.
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