Sea freight to Houston
We provide full container (FCL) and less-than-container (LCL) sea freight from Turkish ports to Houston. We choose the right carrier and container type together, based on your volume, delivery date and budget.
Besides direct sailings from Turkey, there are options via Mediterranean and European transhipment hubs.
What to know about Houston
- There is no direct Turkey–Houston service; cargo moves via Western Mediterranean transhipment hubs, so transit varies considerably with the hub chosen.
- Port Houston set a record of 4.3 million TEU in 2025; the Houston Ship Channel is described as the largest US port by tonnage.
- For cargo bound for Texas and the central US, East Coast ports combined with rail are also an option.
How we work
- Share your cargo details (commodity, dimensions, weight, ready date).
- We present carrier and container options side by side with transit time and cost.
- We coordinate booking, loading and export customs.
- We keep you updated in transit and plan delivery on arrival.
Documents required
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- A.TR, EUR.1 or certificate of origin depending on the destination
- Product certificates where required (health, phytosanitary, etc.)
- For ocean imports into the US, an ISF (10+2) filing must be made at least 24 hours before loading.
Requirements vary by product and by the destination country’s regulations; we share the list for your shipment together with the quote.
Why Medius
We are a boutique company: we look after every shipment personally and make sure you always have someone to answer your questions. As our slogan says: we go beyond borders for you.
Frequently asked questions
How long does sea freight from Turkey to Houston take?
The estimate is 25–45 days (via transhipment). It depends on the carrier, transhipments, season and customs procedures. We share the current transit time for your shipment together with the quote.
How is the price for Houston calculated?
Price depends on weight and volume, mode of transport, delivery terms (Incoterms) and the period. We prepare a tailored quote from your dimensions and weights.
Do you offer door-to-door service?
Yes. We can plan pre-carriage, customs and final delivery from the loading address to the recipient’s address as a single service.