Air and sea freight between Turkey and Canada. Air cargo to Toronto (YYZ/YUL/YVR) — sea freight FCL and LCL to Montreal across the Mediterranean and Atlantic to East Coast Canada (Pacific routings serve West Coast via Suez or Panama). Quotes in 1 hour.
Express and standard air cargo from Istanbul (IST/SAW) to Tokyo Narita (NRT), Tokyo Haneda (HND), Osaka Kansai (KIX) and Nagoya (NGO). Due to the long sea distance, air freight is the preferred mode for most Turkey–Canada shipments. Ideal for automotive parts, electronics, fashion and time-critical cargo.
Full container loads from Istanbul or Mersin to Montreal, Halifax, Vancouver and Prince Rupert across the Mediterranean and Atlantic to East Coast Canada (Pacific routings serve West Coast via Suez or Panama). Suitable for bulk shipments and industrial goods where transit time is flexible. Typical FCL transit 18–25 days.
Groupage (less-than-container) sea freight for smaller consignments to Canada. Consolidated to Montreal and Halifax. Cost-effective for shipments under 15 CBM.
For most cargo, air freight is the recommended option for Turkey–Canada shipments. The sea distance via Suez Canal is very long (18–25 days), making air freight (10–12 hours flight time) the preferred choice for anything time-sensitive or of moderate value. Sea freight is cost-effective for large, bulky or low-value cargo.
FCL sea freight from Istanbul or Mersin to Montreal typically takes 18–25 days across the Mediterranean and Atlantic to East Coast Canada (Pacific routings serve West Coast via Suez or Panama). LCL groupage takes 21–28 days. Transit times are indicative and confirmed at quote stage.
Standard documentation includes a commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, bill of lading (sea) or airway bill (air). Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) may require additional documentation for textiles, food and certain consumer products. Health Canada governs select categories.
Turkish exports to Canada include marble and natural stone, textiles, leather goods, ceramics, processed foods (hazelnuts, dried fruits, olive oil), chemicals and machinery. Canada exports to Turkey include automotive parts, electronics, machinery and precision instruments.
Turkey and Canada do not have a bilateral free trade agreement, so standard MFN (Most Favoured Nation) tariff rates apply. Canada's import duties vary by product category. We can advise on applicable duties and any relevant tariff classifications before you ship.
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