The Port of Buenos Aires is one of the largest ports in Argentina. It is a major center for international shipping and cargo services. It forms one of the largest agglomerations in the world - Greater Buenos Aires. Buenos Aires, Argentina's main port, accounts for 70% of Argentine imports and 40% of foreign trade. The Port of Buenos Aires provides a wide range of services and facilities to facilitate shipping, including container terminals, bulk cargo terminals, cruise terminals, oil terminals, and more. It also offers a wide range of cargo services, such as warehousing and distribution, customs clearance, and freight forwarding. Whether you are looking for a reliable shipping partner or just want to explore your shipping options in Buenos Aires. Read our guide on shipping to Argentina and discover everything you need to know for seamless transportation.
How much are container shipping costs to and from Buenos Aires?
Container shipping rates to Buenos Aires
These are some examples of the most affordable 20-foot FCL container shipping costs to Buenos Aires.
| Shanghai - Buenos Aires | From 2500 $ | Check rates |
| Vado Ligure - Buenos Aires | From 152 $ | Check rates |
| Antwerpen - Buenos Aires | From 340 $ | Check rates |
| Jebel Ali - Buenos Aires | From 2700 $ | Check rates |
| Qingdao - Buenos Aires | From 2500 $ | Check rates |
*Actual rates are valid until January 31, 2024.
Container shipping rates from Buenos Aires
These are some examples of the most affordable 20-foot FCL container shipping costs from Buenos Aires.
| Buenos Aires - Cape Town | From 2400 $ | Check rates |
| Buenos Aires - Melbourne | From 1500 $ | Check rates |
| Buenos Aires - Jakarta | From 1300 $ | Check rates |
| Buenos Aires - Nhava Sheva | From 1700 $ | Check rates |
| Buenos Aires - Hong Kong | From 560 $ | Check rates |
*Actual rates are valid until January 31, 2024.
Location of Buenos Aires Port
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Scheduled departures and arrivals from and to Buenos Aires
Scheduled departures from the port of Buenos Aires
| Vessel name | Voyage Number | Departure date (approx) | Documents cut-off | Cut-off |
| CAPE KORTIA | FI402R | 8 Jan/2024 | 4 Jan/2024 | 8 Jan/2024 |
| XIN NAN TONG | 458N | 13 Jan/2024 | 9 Jan/2024 | 13 Jan/2024 |
| MAERSK LABREA | 403E | 12 Jan/2024 | 8 Jan/2024 | 12 Jan/2024 |
Scheduled arrivals to the port of Buenos Aires
| Vessel name | Voyage Number | Arrival date (estimated) |
| PARANAGUA EXPRESS | 2401W | 20 Feb/2024 |
| EVER FULL | 0AAOFW1MA | 20 Feb/2024 |
| EVER LIBERAL | 0AAOJW1MA | 01 Mar/2024 |
How long does it take to move cargo to Buenos Aires?
| Country of origin | Port of origin | Port of destination | Transit time (days) |
| China | Shekou | Buenos Aires | 34 |
| UAE | Jebel Ali | Buenos Aires | 26 |
| India | Nhava Sheva | Buenos Aires | 26 |
| USA | Houston | Buenos Aires | 20 |
| Italy | Genova | Buenos Aires | 19 |
| South Africa | Cape Town | Buenos Aires | 12 |
Longest transit time to Buenos Aires
The average container shipping time from Shekou to Buenos Aires is 34 days.
Shortest container transit time to Buenos Aires
Typically, the container transit time from Jebel Ali to Buenos Aires and from Nhava Sheva to Buenos Aires is 26 days. At an average of 20 and 19 days, Argentina shipping routes from Houston to Buenos Aires and from Genova to Buenos Aires. The next quickest alternative is the route from Cape Town to Buenos Aires, which takes 12 days.
Using SeaRates Distances & Time and other tools, you can determine how long it will take to ship your cargo to Buenos Aires using a variety of shipping options.
Top 5 container shipping routes to Buenos Aires
| Origin | Destination |
| Shanghai | Buenos Aires |
| Rotterdam | Buenos Aires |
| Los Angeles | Buenos Aires |
| Santos | Buenos Aires |
| Jebel Ali | Buenos Aires |
You can find a freight rate for your route on SeaRates. If you would like to receive a customized quote, please send a request, and our manager will contact you and provide a personalized offer based on your shipping requirements.
