Multipurpose port · United States
Port of Honolulu
Honolulu is a multipurpose port on the Pacific Ocean in United States (North America – West Coast & Mexico Pacific). Below: key facts, how it connects with Vietnam and what to prepare when shipping through it.
Key facts
- Country / territory
- United States
- UN/LOCODE
- USHNL
- Port type
- Multipurpose port
- Region
- North America – West Coast & Mexico Pacific
- Waters
- Pacific Ocean
- Coordinates
- 21.31°N, 157.87°W
- Container throughput
- No verified figure published here
About the port of Honolulu
Honolulu is a multipurpose port handling a mix of containers, general and project cargo and bulk commodities. Container services are typically regional or feeder connections rather than direct long-haul calls.
Role in trade with Vietnam
The transpacific trade to the US West Coast, Canada and Mexico’s Pacific ports is one of Vietnam’s largest export lanes, with many direct services from Cai Mep and some from Lach Huyen.
Sea routes and transit times from Vietnam
We have not published a sample voyage to Honolulu yet. Typical options from Vietnam are direct regional services or transshipment via a major hub; ask us for current schedules.
Shipping lines
Carriers often associated with services through Honolulu that are relevant to Vietnam (indicative only — networks change every season):
Customs and documentation tips
- Make sure the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and customs declaration show consistent descriptions, HS codes, quantities and weights.
- Agree the Incoterms® rule and who arranges freight, insurance and destination charges before booking.
- Choose the bill of lading type (original, telex release or sea waybill) according to the payment terms with your buyer or supplier.
- Declare the verified gross mass (VGM) of each container before the carrier’s cut-off, as required by SOLAS.
- Check destination import requirements early: licences, product standards, labelling, fumigation or phytosanitary certificates where applicable.
- For the United States, the Importer Security Filing (ISF “10+2”) and the carrier’s AMS manifest must be filed before loading in Vietnam.
Frequently asked questions about Honolulu
Where is the port of Honolulu?
Honolulu is in United States, on the Pacific Ocean, in the North America – West Coast & Mexico Pacific shipping region.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Honolulu?
The UN/LOCODE commonly used for Honolulu is USHNL. Check the exact terminal or location code required by the carrier when booking.
How long does sea freight take from Vietnam to Honolulu?
It depends on the routing and whether the service is direct or via transshipment. Contact us for current schedules from Hai Phong, Cat Lai or Cai Mep.
What documents are needed to ship via Honolulu?
Usually a commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading, plus any certificates required by the destination (origin, phytosanitary, fumigation, licences). Advance cargo filings may apply before loading.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Honolulu?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Honolulu through our carrier contracts and agent network. Send us your cargo details for a quote.
Information on this page is general guidance compiled by Global Logistic Group from public sources. Port facilities, carrier networks, routings and transit times change frequently; always confirm current schedules, cut-offs and requirements with us or the carrier before booking. Data as of October 2026.