3 JUL 2026
LCL vs FCL Shipping: How to Choose the Cheaper Mode (The 15 CBM Rule)
Posted By: Jordan Hayes
LCL charges per CBM; FCL charges per container. The crossover sits around 13–15 CBM — above that, a 20ft container is almost always cheaper, faster, and safer. Full cost math, hidden LCL fees, and decision table inside.