Landed Cost Calculator — True Cost Per Unit for Importers

Your supplier quote is only the beginning. By the time goods arrive at your warehouse or fulfillment center, the actual cost per unit includes ocean or air freight, cargo insurance, customs duties, broker fees, drayage, warehousing, and last-mile delivery. Most importers — especially those sourcing from China, Southeast Asia, or Europe — are surprised by how far the true landed cost sits above their FOB price.

Use this free calculator to build a complete landed cost estimate, compare ocean freight vs. air freight side by side, and see exactly where your money goes before you place your next purchase order.

Enter your product cost, freight quotes, duty rate, and logistics expenses below. The calculator will show your total landed cost, cost per unit, and a full breakdown for both shipping modes.

Landed Cost Calculator

Calculate your true cost per unit — product, freight, duties, and last-mile — and compare ocean shipping vs. air freight side by side to find the most cost-effective option for your import.

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Product & Order Details

Product cost per unit (FOB)

Your supplier’s per-unit price at factory gate or FOB port.

Total units in shipment

units

Total units being shipped in this order.

Currency

All inputs should be in the same currency.

Product description optional

Appears in your results summary only.

Ocean Freight vs. Air Freight — enter one or both

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Ocean Freight

FCL or LCL — slower, lower cost

Total ocean freight cost

All-in cost including BAF, CAF, port surcharges.

Cargo insurance optional

% of CIF

Typically 0.25–0.50% of CIF value.

Transit time optional

days

Shown in results for comparison. Typical: 20–40 days.

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Air Freight

Faster, higher cost per kg

Total air freight cost

All-in air freight including fuel surcharge and airport fees.

Cargo insurance optional

% of CIF

Air cargo insurance is often lower — typically 0.15–0.30%.

Transit time optional

days

Typical: 3–7 days door to door.

Enter one mode or both. If only one is filled, the calculator will show a single landed cost result.

Customs Duties & Fees

Customs duty rate

% of CIF value

Enter 0 if duty-free. Check your HTS code for exact rates. Duty applies equally to ocean and air shipments.

Customs broker fee optional

Typical: $75–$300/shipment. Find customs brokers →

ISF filing fee ocean only

Required for US ocean imports (10+2). Not required for air. Typically $25–$50.

Other customs / port fees optional

HMF, MPF, exam fees, or any other port charges.

Drayage, Warehousing & Fulfillment

These costs apply to both shipping modes and will be included in both landed cost calculations.

Drayage / container transport optional

Port to warehouse. Find drayage providers →

Warehousing / 3PL storage optional

Per-shipment storage cost. Find 3PL warehouses →

Pick & pack fee optional

Total handling/pack fees. Find fulfillment centers →

Last-mile shipping optional

Parcel or LTL delivery to end customers or FBA warehouse.

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Ocean freight is cheaper to land

Based on total landed cost per unit

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Cost breakdown — where the money goes

Results are estimates for planning and comparison purposes. Actual landed cost will vary based on carrier rates, duty classifications, exchange rates, and accessorial charges. Always confirm costs with your freight forwarder, customs broker, and logistics providers before committing.

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Need help beyond the calculator?

Every line item in your landed cost ties to a provider category. If drayage is eating your margin, compare drayage providers. If duty is high, a customs broker can review your HTS code. If fulfillment costs are unclear, get a 3PL quote. National Freight Hub connects you to verified providers across every step of the supply chain.

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This calculator provides estimated landed cost for planning and comparison purposes only. Results are based on user-entered inputs and may not reflect actual freight rates, carrier tariffs, customs duty assessments, exchange rates, or accessorial charges. Duty calculations are based on CIF value unless otherwise noted, which may differ from your country’s actual dutiable value basis. National Freight Hub does not guarantee the accuracy of results and is not liable for pricing decisions, order commitments, or financial outcomes made based on use of this tool. Always confirm landed cost estimates with a licensed freight forwarder and customs broker before placing purchase orders or committing to pricing.