Ocean Freight & Drayage to California

Live ocean freight rates and inland drayage for shippers in California (CA). Skypace tracks 172 active ocean lanes touching California's gateway ports.

California Gateway Ports

US Census Ocean Trade Snapshot

Total imports (2025)$297.78B
Total exports (2025)$27.52B

Top trading partners

Top HS chapters by value

Skypace Demand Index

Demand index for California: N/A

Top 10 origin countries shipping to California

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Top 10 destination countries from California

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Drayage Calculator

Coming soon — based on Skypace's internal tariff.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closest ocean port to California?

California's primary ocean gateway is Los Angeles (USLAX). Most FCL container shipments to or from California are drayed inland from this port.

How long is drayage from Los Angeles to California?

Drayage transit time from Los Angeles to destinations in California depends on the inland ZIP and equipment availability. Use the calculator above for an estimate based on Skypace's internal tariff (coming soon).

Which carriers serve California?

Skypace publishes 172 active ocean lanes touching California's gateway ports, served by major carriers and alliances.

Who is California's top trading partner by ocean freight?

Based on US Census ocean-containerized trade data aggregated across California's gateway ports, the top trading partner is CHINA.

Does Skypace offer ocean freight rates for landlocked states like California?

Yes. California shippers book ocean freight via the nearest gateway port; Skypace combines the ocean leg with the inland drayage tariff to give a door-to-door view.