Country Guide

Vietnam Freight Forwarding

KWL has handled air freight and ocean shipping between Korea and Vietnam, with regular experience on the ICN–SGN (Ho Chi Minh) and ICN–DAD (Da Nang) air routes. We have also managed project cargo exports including rail vehicles to Vietnam. Korea–Vietnam trade is active across a broad range of commodities.

Vietnam Freight at a Glance

  • Air freight — Incheon ↔ Ho Chi Minh (SGN) regular route
  • Air freight — Incheon ↔ Da Nang (DAD) route
  • Ocean FCL (20FT · 40FT · 40HQ)
  • Ocean LCL (consolidated)
  • Project Cargo (rail vehicles and special equipment)
  • Key regions: Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hanoi and more

Transport Methods

Air freight — Incheon ↔ Ho Chi Minh (SGN) regular route

Air freight — Incheon ↔ Da Nang (DAD) route

Ocean FCL (20FT · 40FT · 40HQ)

Ocean LCL (consolidated)

Project Cargo (rail vehicles and special equipment)

Key Ports, Airports & Cities

  • Ho Chi Minh City (SGN / Tan Son Nhat) — Vietnam's largest economic hub and main air gateway
  • Da Nang (DAD) — central Vietnam logistics hub
  • Hanoi (HAN) — capital city, northern logistics hub
  • Hai Phong — main seaport in northern Vietnam

Key Considerations

  • 1.Prepare Certificate of Origin when utilizing Korea–Vietnam FTA or RCEP
  • 2.Verify Vietnamese import permit requirements for regulated goods (food, electronics, medical devices)
  • 3.Air freight lead time: approx. 1–2 days Incheon→Ho Chi Minh (varies by cargo)
  • 4.Ocean lead time: approx. 5–8 days Busan→Ho Chi Minh (varies by cargo)
  • 5.For project cargo, advance verification of local port and transport conditions is required

KWL Experience

  • Export of 6 second-hand metro railcars to Vietnam (Project Cargo)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How long does air freight from Incheon to Ho Chi Minh take?

A. The flight is approximately 5–6 hours. Depending on cargo and customs conditions, total delivery time is typically 1–2 days. For urgent shipments, please share your specific schedule and requirements.

Q. Can you export special cargo like rail vehicles to Vietnam?

A. Yes. KWL has experience with rail vehicle exports to Vietnam. Oversized/overweight cargo is handled via OOG or Project Cargo methods, with port conditions and routing confirmed in advance.

Q. Are there import regulations to be aware of for Vietnam?

A. Yes. Vietnam has specific import license and inspection requirements for certain goods, especially food, electronics, medical devices, and chemicals. Please share the HS code and commodity description and we will advise on applicable requirements.

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KWL operates ocean and air freight networks to major countries worldwide, not just Vietnam. Vietnam is one of our key countries with deep shipping experience and high frequency, while other regions are also covered subject to cargo conditions. View all shipping countries →