Jacksonville Freight Forwarding To/From Puerto Rico

Jacksonville, Florida

We can easily ship freight from Jacksonville to Puerto Rico. A speedy three-day southbound transit time, plus on-the-ground resources in both Jacksonville and Puerto Rico, means that we can move your Puerto Rico freight, fast.

Container shipping to Puerto Rico has never been easier. Whether you need full-container loads (FCL), less-than-container loads (LCL), air freight, or ocean freight, trust the Puerto Rico experts to get your freight to/from the Jacksonville Port. We also can provide door-to-door services, warehousing and storage solutions, and international freight solutions straight to Puerto Rico.

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Shipping Solutions for Jacksonville-Puerto Rico Freight

With our locations in Jacksonville FL and Puerto Rico, there is no need to juggle multiple providers. We can help ship your freight to and from Puerto Rico and find the best mode of transportation that fits your business, needs, and budget. In Jacksonville, we can also offer cost-effective long-term storage solutions that can save you significantly over storing your inventory in Puerto Rico.

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Freight Shipping for Jacksonville-Puerto Rico

With resources in Jacksonville, FL, and Puerto Rico, there is no need to juggle multiple freight forwarders. We can help ship your freight to and from Puerto Rico and find the best mode of transportation that fits your business, needs, and budget. In Jacksonville, we can also offer cost-effective long-term storage solutions that can save you significantly over storing your inventory in Puerto Rico.

Our Jacksonville-Puerto Rico Freight Services

Ocean Freight

  • FCL and LCL
  • Domestic freight both northbound and southbound
  • International freight
  • Door-to-door pickup & delivery available
  • Hacienda clearance assistance, as needed

Air Freight

  • Domestic and international
  • Door-to-door pickup & delivery
  • Hacienda clearance assistance, as needed

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Ocean Freight

  • FCL and LCL
  • Domestic freight in both directions— northbound and southbound
  • International freight
  • Door-to-door pickup & delivery available
  • Hacienda clearance assistance, as needed

Air Freight

  • Domestic and international
  • Door-to-door pickup & delivery
  • Hacienda clearance assistance, as needed

Storage & Warehousing Solutions

  • Warehouse in Jacksonville for cost-effective, long-term storage
  • Warehouse in Puerto Rico for fast access to inventory when you need it

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Port of Jacksonville Freight Forwarding Made Easy

The Port of Jacksonville accounts for more than 85% of the goods shipped between Puerto Rico and the mainland U.S., making it the #1 port for trade between these two destinations. Our terminal in Jacksonville, Florida, acts as the main hub for domestic set freight to and from Puerto Rico. In Jacksonville, we also offer storage solutions for those looking for long-term solutions at lower rates than you’ll find in Puerto Rico.

Transit Time from Jacksonville to San Juan: 3 days

Sail Dates from Jacksonville: Tuesday & Friday

Freight Availability:

  • Tuesday sails arrive on Friday – Freight made available Tuesday morning
  • Friday sails arrive on Monday – Freight made available Tuesday morning

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Your Puerto Rico Transit Times

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The Port of Jacksonville & Our Terminal

The Port of Jacksonville accounts for more than 85% of the goods shipped between Puerto Rico and the mainland U.S., making it the #1 port for trade between these two destinations.

Our terminal in Jacksonville, Florida acts as the main hub for domestic ocean freight to and from Puerto Rico. In Jacksonville, we also offer storage solutions for those looking for long-term solutions at lower rates than you’ll find on Puerto Rico.

Transit Time from Jacksonville to San Juan: 3 days

Sail Dates from Jacksonville: Tuesday & Friday

Freight Availability:

  • Tuesday sails arrive on Friday – Freight made available Tuesday morning
  • Friday sails arrive on Monday – Freight made available Tuesday morning

Looking for more information? Read our guide about how long it takes to ship freight to Puerto Rico.

In addition to domestic ocean freight, we also handle international ocean freight shipments directly to Puerto Rico. For more information on transit times and schedules, reach out to one of our freight experts.

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Puerto Rico Logistics Made Easy

Our freight forwarding team in Jacksonville, Los Angeles, and Puerto Rico coordinate all of our Puerto Rico freight with one goal in mind – delivering a seamless experience for you, from start to finish. When you move freight with our team, you’ll have one point of contact throughout. No need to coordinate multiple providers.

Plus, our on-the-ground resources in Jacksonville and Puerto Rico allow us to get your freight in your hands—fast. We are here to provide you with a custom, cost-effective solution for your business. Read more about how much it costs to ship freight to Puerto Rico, or you can reach out to our Puerto Rico freight experts to learn more.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Puerto Rico and Jacksonville, Florida Freight

Yes. The Port of Jacksonville, also known as JAXPORT, is an international port operated by the Jacksonville Port Authority.

The Port of Jacksonville has three terminals located along the St. Johns River: Blount Island Marine Terminal, Dames Point Marine Terminal, and the Talleyrand Marine Terminal.

In 2020, JAXPORT ranked #13 among U.S. water ports by TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units). The port covers 1,500 acres and includes three cargo terminals and two intermodal rail terminals.

When you look at the total volume of imports, exports, and domestic freight, Jacksonville handles the highest volume of TEU (twenty-foot equivalents) of all the ports in Florida.

In 2020, JAXPORT handled a volume of 1,029,947 TEU. In that same time period, Port Everglades processed 623,677 TEU and PortMiami processed 799,620 TEU.

Yes. In 2022, JAXPORT celebrated the grand opening of its 47-foot-deep river channel, dredged to accommodate larger container ships. The project was designed to put the Port of Jacksonville on par with PortMiami, which has a 52-ft. channel, and Savannah, which features a 47-ft. channel.

The Port of Jacksonville handles more than 85% of the sea trade between Puerto Rico and the U.S. mainland, making it the top U.S. port for trade with Puerto Rico. In fact, estimates suggest that more than 800,000 TEU move between Jacksonville and Puerto Rico on an annual basis.

In 2021, JAXPORT and the Puerto Rico Ports Authority (PRPA) signed a 10-year memorandum of understanding. The agreement deepened their long-standing partnership, which began in the 1950s, when freight first began to move between Jacksonville and Puerto Rico.

According to BTS data, the top commodities moving through the Port of Jacksonville are:

  • Gasoline
  • Manufactured products
  • Distillate fuel oil
  • Vehicles and parts
  • Limestone

JAXPORT’s most recent annual report attributes three-quarters of its revenue to containers and autos. Additional sources of business include breakbulk, dry bulk, liquid cargo, and cruise traffic.

Our clients sending freight to Puerto Rico move freight out of Jacksonville in one of two ways:

  • Less-Than-Container Load (LCL) Shipments / Consolidations
  • Full Container Load (FCL) Shipments