Transit Times
Shipping Durations
Whether you’re a New Zealand importer or exporter, knowing how long it takes to ship goods is vital to any business.
The following chart provide estimated sea freight transit times between popular domestic and international ports across the globe. Recommended as a guide only (given weather and carrier related considerations) the chart is available to download and print (PDF) for your records.
Descriptions
Charter – Based on the estimated transit time of a charter vessel traveling the most direct shipping route at a speed of 20 knots.
Schedule – Estimated carrier shipping times. Please note possible transshipment requirements which may affect voyage duration.
w – Week(s)
d – Day(s)
h – Hour(s)
AKL – Auckland
LYT – Lyttelton
NSN – Nelson
POE – Port Chalmers
TRG – Tauranga
WLG – Wellington
Transit Charts
Download and print your copy of these sea freight transit times for the home or office.