Importing from India
Shipping from India to Oakland
Container sailings from 10 Indian ports to Oakland, CA (USOAK). Compare transit times and carriers, then let Atmavaan book the sailing, file the ISF and clear US customs.
Indian ports
Indian ports with sailings to Oakland
Sailings scheduled to depart 12 Oct to 9 Nov 2026, from the carriers' published schedules. Days are port to port.
| From | Sailings (4 weeks) | Carriers | Fastest | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuticorin to Oakland | 57 | 8 | 40 days | 50 days |
| Kolkata to Oakland | 50 | 6 | 35 days | 48 days |
| Mundra to Oakland | 43 | 9 | 38 days | 52 days |
| Nhava Sheva to Oakland | 42 | 7 | 39 days | 53 days |
| Kochi to Oakland | 36 | 6 | 40 days | 49 days |
| Visakhapatnam to Oakland | 33 | 6 | 34 days | 58 days |
| Chennai to Oakland | 29 | 7 | 40 days | 46 days |
| Kattupalli to Oakland | 19 | 5 | 36 days | 52 days |
| Ennore to Oakland | 18 | 4 | 47 days | 57 days |
| Pipavav to OaklandQuickest | 10 | 3 | 37 days | 42 days |
For US importers
What Atmavaan handles for you
Your supplier in India hands over the cargo; we take it from there. One contact for the booking, the paperwork on both sides and delivery in Oakland.
Questions
India to Oakland: FAQs
How long does shipping from India to Oakland take?
For sailings scheduled to depart 12 Oct to 9 Nov 2026, typical port-to-port transit is 42 to 58 days depending on the Indian port, and the fastest sailing takes 34 days.
Which Indian port has the most sailings to Oakland?
Tuticorin, with 57 sailings scheduled in those four weeks. Pipavav has the shortest typical transit, 42 days.
Which Indian port should I ship from?
Usually the one closest to the factory: moving a container by road or rail across India costs more than the difference in sea freight. Compare the sailings and transit times below, or ask Atmavaan to price two or three ports for you.
Who files the ISF and clears customs in Oakland?
The US importer is responsible for the Importer Security Filing and for customs entry, and most use a licensed customs broker. Atmavaan can file the ISF, clear the shipment and deliver it to the door.
Importing from India to Oakland?
Tell us where your supplier is and what you're shipping. A named Atmavaan specialist replies with a rate and the best port.
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