Transport to USA

SEA & AIR FREIGHT BETWEEN THE BENELUX AND THE UNITED STATES

Transport to and from USA

The United States is a core trading partner for companies in the Netherlands and wider Benelux. Benelux Trade Link is your practical partner for transport to and from the USA: sea freight for economical container shipping, air freight for time-critical cargo, and coordinated customs and delivery at both ends.

From industrial parts and machinery to consumer products, food ingredients, retail stock and e-commerce shipments, we select the route that matches your cargo and deadline — then keep a single overview of every handover from pickup to final delivery.

Planning USA transport? Request a free quote or contact us to compare sea and air options for your shipment.

The right transport mode between the Benelux and USA

Every USA shipment is a trade-off between speed, cost and the nature of the goods. As an independent forwarder, we quote the option that fits your requirement instead of forcing every shipment into one model:

Mode	Typical transit time	Best for
Sea freight	10–35 days port-to-port	Containers, large volumes, lowest cost per m³
Air freight	1–3 days airport-to-airport	Urgent, high-value or perishable cargo
Sea-air / multimodal	Tailored	Cargo that needs a balance between speed and cost

Sea freight links Rotterdam and Antwerp with New York/New Jersey, Savannah, Charleston, Houston, Miami, Los Angeles/Long Beach and other US ports. Air freight connects Amsterdam Schiphol with major US hubs including New York, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Miami and Los Angeles on frequent scheduled services.

Importing from the USA: we manage the details

Importing from the United States into the EU involves HS classification, import duty, VAT and the correct commercial documents. Our customs clearance team prepares and submits the declarations, advises on Incoterms and can arrange fiscal representation where appropriate. This gives you a predictable landed cost and keeps your supply chain moving.

Exporting to the United States

For exports to the USA, correct product and shipment data is vital. Depending on the goods and route, your shipment may need origin documents, product-compliance information and — for ocean freight — an ISF process coordinated with the US importer and broker. We organize the physical transport, partner handling and final-mile delivery while you stay in control of the commercial relationship.

Complete logistics, one contact

Beyond the ocean or air leg, we support your US trade with warehousing and fulfilment near Rotterdam, road transport across the Benelux and Europe, cargo insurance and clear shipment updates. We can also coordinate connected flows to Canada and Mexico.

Start shipping smarter between the Benelux and USA. Request a quote today.

Frequently asked questions

What is the most cost-effective way to ship to the USA?

Sea freight is normally the most economical option for larger volumes and containers. LCL sea freight is suitable for smaller shipments, while air freight is usually best for urgent, high-value or time-sensitive cargo.

How quickly can cargo reach the USA from the Netherlands?

Air freight typically takes 1 to 3 days airport to airport. Sea freight to New York takes about 10 to 16 days port to port; other US ports vary by coast and routing.

Do you arrange pickup and delivery door-to-door?

Yes. We collect in the Benelux, arrange export handling and international transport, coordinate arrival handling in the USA and deliver to the final address through our partner network.