Air and sea freight between Turkey and Mexico. Air cargo to Mexico City (MEX/MTY) — sea freight FCL and LCL to Veracruz across the Atlantic to Gulf ports (Veracruz, Altamira) or via Panama Canal to Pacific ports (Manzanillo, Lázaro Cárdenas). 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–Mexico shipments. Ideal for automotive parts, electronics, fashion and time-critical cargo.
Full container loads from Istanbul or Mersin to Veracruz, Manzanillo, Altamira and Lázaro Cárdenas across the Atlantic to Gulf ports (Veracruz, Altamira) or via Panama Canal to Pacific ports (Manzanillo, Lázaro Cárdenas). Suitable for bulk shipments and industrial goods where transit time is flexible. Typical FCL transit 20–28 days.
Groupage (less-than-container) sea freight for smaller consignments to Mexico. Consolidated to Veracruz and Manzanillo. Cost-effective for shipments under 15 CBM.
For most cargo, air freight is the recommended option for Turkey–Mexico shipments. The sea distance via Suez Canal is very long (20–28 days), making air freight (14–18 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 Veracruz typically takes 20–28 days across the Atlantic to Gulf ports (Veracruz, Altamira) or via Panama Canal to Pacific ports (Manzanillo, Lázaro Cárdenas). LCL groupage takes 24–32 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). Mexican customs (SAT) requires NOM conformity marks for selected categories including electronics, automotive parts and textiles. We advise before shipment.
Turkish exports to Mexico include marble and natural stone, textiles, leather goods, ceramics, processed foods (hazelnuts, dried fruits, olive oil), chemicals and machinery. Mexico exports to Turkey include automotive parts, electronics, machinery and precision instruments.
Turkey and Mexico do not have a bilateral free trade agreement, so standard MFN (Most Favoured Nation) tariff rates apply. Mexico'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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