How long does it take to ship a container from Mexico City to Norfolk by sea?

The shortest shipping time by sea between Mexico City and Norfolk is 9 days 16h. Ships depart from Altamira (MXATM) and arrive at Norfolk (USORF) with scheduled departures 2-4 times a day.

How regularly do container ships travel between Mexico City and Norfolk?

There are scheduled container ships that depart 2-4 times a day from Altamira (MXATM) and arrive into Norfolk (USORF) around 9 days 16h later. These services are operated by Maersk, Maersk, CMA CGM, CMA CGM, CMA CGM, CMA CGM, Maersk, Maersk, Maersk, Maersk, Maersk, Maersk, Maersk, Maersk, MSC, MSC, MSC, MSC, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, Maersk, Maersk, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, Hapag-Lloyd and Hapag-Lloyd.

How long does it take to send cargo from Mexico City to Norfolk by air freight?

The quickest flight from Mexico City to Norfolk takes around 10h 6m. Flights depart from Adolfo López Mateos International Airport (TLC) and arrive at Norfolk International Airport (ORF).

How often do planes fly between Mexico City and Norfolk?

Scheduled flights between Adolfo López Mateos International Airport (TLC) and Norfolk International Airport (ORF) depart 1-2 times a week. These flights are serviced by FedEx and the typical transit time is around 10h 6m.

How long does it take to ship cargo from Mexico City to Norfolk by road?

It will typically take around 1 day 16h to send cargo via road from Mexico City and Norfolk. This duration does not factor in traffic, weather or other delays that may occur on route.

What is the distance between Mexico City to Norfolk by ship?

The distance between Mexico City and Norfolk by cargo ship is 2,407 Nautical Miles (4,457 Kilometres / 2,770 Miles). This distance is measured by sea between Veracruz (MXVER) and Norfolk (USORF).

What is the distance by road between Mexico City to Norfolk?

The distance between Mexico City and Norfolk by road is 3,901 Kilometres (2,424 Miles) and will typically take around 1 day 16h to drive (exluding including traffic and local conditions).

What is the distance between Mexico City to Norfolk by air?

The distance between Mexico City and Norfolk by air is around 2,969 Kilometres (1,845 Miles). This distance is measured following typical flight paths between Aeropuerto Internacional Lic. Benito Juárez (MEX) and Norfolk International Airport (ORF).

How much CO2 is produced when transporting a shipping container from Mexico City to Norfolk by sea?

347kg CO₂e (per TEU) is the estimated emissions output (CO2e) when transporting a typical shipping container (1 TEU) from Mexico City to Norfolk. This is calculated using the overall historical emissions of the average container ship on this trade lane and dividing it by the total projected capacity.

How much CO2 is produced when sending cargo by air from Mexico City to Norfolk?

183kg CO₂e (per 100kg) is the estimated emissions output (CO2e) when sending cargo by air from Mexico City to Norfolk. This is calculated by determining the total fuel burn output of various aircraft that typically fly this route and dividing it by the total available cargo capacity in KGs.

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Q: Do dedicated cargo planes (freighters) fly between Mexico City and Norfolk?

Yes there are dedicated cargo planes that fly regular scheduled services between Mexico City and Norfolk. Cargo flights depart from Adolfo López Mateos International Airport (TLC) and arrive at Norfolk International Airport (ORF) with departures 1-2 times a week and a average flight time of around 10h 6m. FedEx operates on this route.

See the best way to ship your freight from Mexico City, Mexico to Norfolk, United States by Air, Sea and Road. Compare transit times, frequency, emissions, sailing schedules and much more.

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Air Freight

10h 6m, 1-2 times a week

236kg CO₂e

Container Ship

9 days 16h, 2-4 times a day

312kg CO₂e

Road Freight

1 day 16h

37kg CO₂e

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Mexico City to Norfolk by Air freight

The quickest way to get from Mexico City to Norfolk by plane will take about 10h 6m and departs from Adolfo López Mateos International Airport (TLC) and arrives into Norfolk International Airport (ORF). There are flights departing 1-2 times a week on this route. FedEx is one of the carriers that operates regular services on this route with flights departing 1-2 times a week.

Quickest air route

Adolfo López Mateos International Airport to Norfolk International Airport

Departs from

TLC

Departs from

ORF

10h 6m: 1-2 times a week

3,244 km
2,016 mi.

1 transfer
No stops

Estimated emissions

236kg CO₂e (per 100kg)

Operating carriers	Departure frequency	Aircraft types
FedExFreighter	1-2 times a week	Boeing 767-300 Freighter+1 others
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Closest airports

Aeropuerto Internacional Lic. Benito Juárez to Norfolk International Airport

Departs from

MEX

Departs from

ORF

11hrs: Every 1-2 hours

2,969 km
1,845 mi.

1 transfer
No stops

Estimated emissions

183kg CO₂e (per 100kg)

Operating carriers	Departure frequency	Aircraft types
American Airlines	Every 1-2 days	Boeing 737MAX 8+2 others
United Airlines	Every 1-2 days	Airbus A319+3 others
American Airlines	Every 1-2 days	Boeing 737MAX 8+2 others
American Airlines	Every 1-2 days	Boeing 737-800
Delta Air Lines	Every 1-2 days	Airbus A319+1 others
American Airlines	Every 1-2 days	Boeing 737MAX 8+1 others
Delta Air Lines	Every 1-2 days	Airbus A319+1 others
United Airlines	Every 1-2 days	Airbus A320+2 others
Delta Air Lines	2-4 times a day	Boeing 737-800+3 others
United Airlines	1-2 times a day	Boeing 737MAX 8+2 others
Delta Air Lines	Every 1-2 days	Boeing 757+2 others

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Cargo flights

Aeropuerto Internacional General Felipe Ángeles to Norfolk International Airport

Departs from

NLU

Departs from

ORF

16h 20m: 1-2 times a week

3,285 km
2,041 mi.

2 transfers
No stops

Estimated emissions

251kg CO₂e (per 100kg)

Operating carriers	Departure frequency	Aircraft types
UPS AirlinesFreighter	1-2 times a week	Boeing 767-300 Freighter+2 others
UPS AirlinesFreighter	Every 4-6 weeks	Boeing 767-300 Freighter+4 others
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Air routes from Mexico City to Norfolk

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Mexico City to Norfolk by Container ship

The quickest way to get from Mexico City to Norfolk by ship will take about 9 days 16h and departs from Altamira (MXATM) and arrives into Norfolk (USORF). There are vessels departing 2-4 times a day on this route. Maersk is one of the carriers that operates regular services on this route with vessels departing 1-2 times a week.

Quickest ocean route

Altamira to Norfolk

Port of loading

MXATM

Port of loading

USORF

9 days 16h: 2-4 times a day

4,206 km
2,613 mi.

1 transfer
No stops

Estimated emissions

312kg CO₂e (per TEU)

Service Lines	Service Type	Departure frequency	Servicing Carriers
UCLA → MECL1 - X	Transshipment	1-2 times a week	Maersk
UCLA → MECL1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
VICTORY → VICTORY → UMXAPL - X	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	CMA CGM
VICTORY → VICTORY → UMXAPL	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	CMA CGM
VICTORY → VICTORY → UMXAPL - X	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	CMA CGM
VICTORY → VICTORY → UMXAPL	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	CMA CGM
→ TA6 → MECL1 - X	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	Maersk
→ TA6 → MECL1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	Maersk
GULFEX → MECL1 - X	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
GULFEX → MECL1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
TA6 → → MECL1 - X	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
TA6 → → MECL1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
TA11 → → MECL1 - X	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
TA11 → → MECL1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
UCLA / Gulf to SAEC String1 → TA1 / NEUATL1 → TA1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	MSC, Maersk
UCLA / Gulf to SAEC String1 → TA1 / NEUATL1 → TA1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	MSC, Maersk
MEXICO GULF EXPRESS → NEUATL1 →	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	MSC
MEDGULF → TA6 / MEDGULF → TA1 / NEUATL1 → TA1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	MSC, Maersk
MEXICO GULF EXPRESS → NEUATL1 →	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	MSC
MGX → → AL2	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Hapag-Lloyd
GS1 / GULFEX / Gulf to SAEC String2 → TA1 / NEUATL1 → AL2 / TA1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk
TA11 → → MECL1 - X	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
TA11 → → MECL1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
MEDGULF → TA6 / MEDGULF → TA1 / NEUATL1 → TA1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	MSC, Maersk
MGX → → AL2	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	Hapag-Lloyd
TA6 / MEDGULF → MEDGULF → TA1 / NEUATL1 → TA1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	MSC, Maersk
GS1 / GULFEX / Gulf to SAEC String2 → TA1 / NEUATL1 → AL2 / TA1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk
MGX / TA11 → AL4 → TA1 → AL2 / TA1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk
TA6 / MEDGULF → MEDGULF → TA1 / NEUATL1 → TA1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	MSC, Maersk
MGX / TA11 → AL4 → TA1 → AL2 / TA1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk
MGX / TA11 → AL4 → TA1 → AL2 / TA1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk
MGX / TA11 → AL4 → TA1 → AL2 / TA1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk

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Closest seaports

Veracruz to Norfolk

Port of loading

MXVER

Port of loading

USORF

11 days 21h: 2-4 times a day

4,457 km
2,770 mi.

1 transfer
No stops

Estimated emissions

347kg CO₂e (per TEU)

Service Lines	Service Type	Departure frequency	Servicing Carriers
BRASEX → UMXAPL - X / MECL1 - X	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	CMA CGM, Maersk
BRASEX → UMXAPL / MECL1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	CMA CGM, Maersk
BRASEX → TA1 → TA1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
BRASEX → TA1 → TA1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	Maersk
VICTORY → VICTORY → UMXAPL - X	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	CMA CGM
VICTORY → VICTORY → UMXAPL	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	CMA CGM
VICTORY → VICTORY → UMXAPL - X	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	CMA CGM
VICTORY → VICTORY → UMXAPL	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	CMA CGM
UCLA → MECL1 - X	Transshipment	1-2 times a week	Maersk
UCLA → MECL1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
→ TA6 → MECL1 - X	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
→ TA6 → MECL1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
TA6 → → MECL1 - X	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
TA6 → → MECL1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
GULFEX → MECL1 - X	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
GULFEX → MECL1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
TA11 → → MECL1 - X	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
TA11 → → MECL1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
UCLA / Gulf to SAEC String1 → TA1 / NEUATL1 → TA1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	MSC, Maersk
MEXICO GULF EXPRESS → NEUATL1 →	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	MSC
MEDGULF → TA6 / MEDGULF → TA1 / NEUATL1 → TA1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	MSC, Maersk
UCLA / Gulf to SAEC String1 → TA1 / NEUATL1 → TA1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	MSC, Maersk
MEXICO GULF EXPRESS → NEUATL1 →	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	MSC
MEDGULF → TA6 / MEDGULF → TA1 / NEUATL1 → TA1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	MSC, Maersk
TA6 / MEDGULF → MEDGULF → TA1 / NEUATL1 → TA1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	MSC, Maersk
GS1 / GULFEX / Gulf to SAEC String2 → TA1 / NEUATL1 → AL2 / TA1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk
MGX → → AL2	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	Hapag-Lloyd
TA6 / MEDGULF → MEDGULF → TA1 / NEUATL1 → TA1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	MSC, Maersk
TA11 → → MECL1 - X	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
TA11 → → MECL1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Maersk
MGX / TA11 → AL4 → TA1 → AL2 / TA1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk
GS1 / GULFEX / Gulf to SAEC String2 → TA1 / NEUATL1 → AL2 / TA1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk
MGX → → AL2	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	Hapag-Lloyd
MGX / TA11 → AL4 → TA1 → AL2 / TA1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk
MGX / TA11 → AL4 → TA1 → AL2 / TA1	Transshipment	Every 1-2 weeks	Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk
MGX / TA11 → AL4 → TA1 → AL2 / TA1	Transshipment	Every 2-4 weeks	Hapag-Lloyd, Maersk

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Ocean routes from Mexico City to Norfolk

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Mexico City to Norfolk by Road

It is also possible to transport goods by road from Mexico City to Norfolk. The total distance is around 3,901 km and will usually takes around 1 day 16h by road. Note: This time estimate is based on typical traffic conditions and does not take into consideration delays or congestion.

Quickest road route

Mexico City to Norfolk

1 day 16h: N/A

3,901 km
2,424 mi.

Direct
No stops

Estimated emissions

37kg CO₂e (per 100kg)

Operating carriers	Departure frequency	Vehicles
Truck Operator	N/A	Truck 40T
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More about shipping cargo and freight from Mexico City to Norfolk by Air, Ocean and Road

There are scheduled container ships that depart 2-4 times a day from Altamira (MXATM) and arrive into Norfolk (USORF) around 9 days 16h later. These services are operated by Maersk, Maersk, CMA CGM, CMA CGM, CMA CGM, CMA CGM, Maersk, Maersk, Maersk, Maersk, Maersk, Maersk, Maersk, Maersk, MSC, MSC, MSC, MSC, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, Maersk, Maersk, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, Hapag-Lloyd and Hapag-Lloyd.

Mexico City to Norfolk By Air freight, Container ship or Road

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Mexico City to Norfolk by Air freight

Quickest air route

Adolfo López Mateos International Airport to Norfolk International Airport

Closest airports

Aeropuerto Internacional Lic. Benito Juárez to Norfolk International Airport

Cargo flights

Aeropuerto Internacional General Felipe Ángeles to Norfolk International Airport

Mexico City to Norfolk by Container ship

Quickest ocean route

Altamira to Norfolk

Closest seaports

Veracruz to Norfolk

Mexico City to Norfolk by Road

Quickest road route

Mexico City to Norfolk

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