Contact Information
Location
Aver Logistics Ltd
Chenies Manor House
Chenies
Buckinghamshire
WD3 6EP
USA–UK Ocean Freight
Shipping from New York to the UK
Fast, reliable FCL and LCL ocean freight from New York to the UK, with in-house customs clearance and door-to-door delivery.
Lane facts
| Origin port | Port of New York/New Jersey |
|---|---|
| Destination port | Felixstowe & London Gateway |
| Transit time | 12–18 days port to port |
| Door-to-door | 14–23 days |
| Frequency | Multiple weekly sailings |
| Service | FCL & LCL available |
| Minimum | 50kg or 0.5 CBM, commercial LCL; FCL any full container |
Eligibility & minimums
- B2B commercial cargo only
- Minimum 50kg (about 110 lb) for LCL and air
- We do not handle household moves or personal parcels
- Customs clearance handled in-house
Shipping from New York to the UK — 12–18 days port to port, FCL & LCL available. Aver Logistics manages the booking, in-house customs clearance and door-to-door delivery on this lane.
Route Overview
Shipping from New York to the UK
New York is the busiest container gateway on the US East Coast, and the New York to UK lane is one of the fastest transatlantic ocean routes. With transit times far shorter than Asian lanes, it is a strong choice for machinery, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and consumer goods.
Aver Logistics arranges FCL and LCL ocean freight from New York to every major UK port, handling collection, documentation, in-house customs clearance and final-mile delivery — keeping you updated at every step.
- Frequent transatlantic sailings from New York/New Jersey
- FCL and LCL services for any shipment size
- In-house UK customs clearance included
- Door-to-door delivery across the UK
This lane runs on our sea freight shipping service, with in-house customs clearance included on every shipment.
Transit breakdown
- Port-to-port transit
- 12–18 days
- Customs clearance
- 1–2 days
- Inland delivery
- 1–3 days
- Total door-to-door
- 14–23 days
Commercial cargo only · 50kg minimum
52+
Sailings per year
98%
On-schedule reliability
8k+
TEUs shipped yearly
20
Average transit days
Trade Lane
Understanding this shipping corridor
Route importance
The New York–UK corridor is one of the most established transatlantic trade lanes, linking the US north-east with Britain in roughly two weeks by sea. Its speed and frequency make it ideal for higher-value and time-sensitive goods that would be costly to send by air.
Seasonal considerations
Peak season: September–November — rates rise around 10–20%; book 2–3 weeks ahead.
Quieter season: January–February — typically the best rates.
Note: Transatlantic lanes are less volatile than Asian routes, but winter weather can occasionally affect East Coast schedules.
Port infrastructure
Port of New York/New Jersey: The largest container port on the US East Coast, with frequent, fast direct sailings to the UK.
Felixstowe & London Gateway: Transatlantic cargo arrives at the UK’s main eastern container ports, with quick onward distribution.
Key considerations
- Transatlantic transit is far faster than Asian routes — often a better-value alternative to air
- US export documentation must be accurate to avoid delays
- Allow for occasional winter weather disruption
- LCL suits smaller shipments where air freight is too costly
Plan Before You Ship
Estimate your shipment
Estimate the door-to-door transit time for this lane, then send it straight to our team for a firm quote.
Transit Time Estimator
Indicative door-to-door transit times across our core trade lanes.
Estimated door-to-door transit
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FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know about Shipping from New York to the UK.
Ocean freight from New York to the UK typically takes 12–18 days port to port, or around 14–23 days door to door including collection, customs clearance and inland delivery.
Yes — significantly. With transatlantic ocean transit of around two weeks, sea freight is far cheaper than air and fast enough for most shipments that are not urgent.
Yes. Choose a full container (FCL) for larger volumes, or LCL to pay only for the space you use on smaller consignments.
We manage UK import customs clearance in-house, and coordinate US export formalities with our partners so your shipment moves smoothly.
Transatlantic cargo from New York generally arrives at Felixstowe or London Gateway, with onward delivery arranged to your UK destination.
Yes. Aver Logistics ships commercial pallets from New York for business (B2B) customers only, with a 50kg minimum shipment weight. Pallets can travel LCL, sharing container space so you pay only for the space you use, or FCL in a full container for larger volumes.
Yes. Aver Logistics handles customs clearance in-house for New York cargo arriving in the UK, including commodity classification, duty and VAT calculation and all import documentation.
Shipping from New York to the UK?
Get a clear, tailored quote for FCL or LCL freight on this lane — usually the same working day.