LT Prefix and Three-Letter Location Code
Lithuania uses the country prefix LT in UN/LOCODE. A complete location code combines LT with a three-letter location identifier, such as LTKLA for Klaipeda.
Seaports in Lithuania: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Lithuania has 7 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, with Klaipeda serving as the country’s principal Baltic Sea gateway for container, bulk and general cargo.
Use Lithuania port codes to identify seaports, inland logistics nodes and terminal-level records for international freight planning.
Lithuania Port Overview
Lithuania’s maritime freight system is concentrated around Klaipeda on the Baltic Sea, while Vilnius and Kaunas records support inland distribution, customs and multimodal routing. Indexed coverage and international port rankings are separate measures.
7
Lithuania ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
34.7m
Klaipeda port cargo throughput, 2024; year-on-year change reported by the port authority
Klaipeda Port Authority · 2024
1.0m
Klaipeda container throughput, 2024; approximately stable year on year
Klaipeda Port Authority · 2024
28
Klaipeda port berths and quays, 2024; operating infrastructure count
Klaipeda Port Authority · 2024
How many seaports does Lithuania have?
Lithuania has 7 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its Lithuania country database. This indexed figure includes port and terminal records and is not a count of all individual berths.
What is Lithuania’s largest and busiest seaport?
Klaipeda is Lithuania’s principal commercial seaport and the country’s leading maritime freight gateway. The main city-level record is Klaipeda, UN-LOCODE LTKLA.
Which area handles most of Lithuania’s sea freight?
The Klaipeda coastal port cluster handles most of Lithuania’s seaborne cargo, with Klaipeda (LTKLA), Pilies Juru Uosto Pvp/klaipeda (LTPLM), Malku Ilankos Juru Uosto Pvp/klaipeda (LTMLM) and Molo Juru Uosto Pvp/klaipeda (LTMOM) records linked to the port area.
Top Lithuania Ports by Freight Relevance
The table distinguishes the principal Klaipeda port gateway from other Lithuania records indexed in the database. A separate global container-port ranking is not assigned where no comparable public 2025 TEU league-table figure is available.
Lithuania port and terminal records, with 2025 throughput indicators where publicly comparable data is available.
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Klaipeda | LTKLA | — | — | Baltic Sea coast |
| — | Pilies Juru Uosto Pvp/klaipeda | LTPLM | — | — | Klaipeda port cluster |
| — | Malku Ilankos Juru Uosto Pvp/klaipeda | LTMLM | — | — | Klaipeda port cluster |
| — | Molo Juru Uosto Pvp/klaipeda | LTMOM | — | — | Klaipeda port cluster |
| — | Klaipeda | LTKLJ | — | — | Klaipeda port cluster |
| — | Kaunas | LTKAU | — | — | Central Lithuania |
| — | Vilnius | LTVIL | — | — | Eastern Lithuania |
Lithuania Port Regions and Logistics Clusters
Klaipeda Baltic Sea Cluster
Klaipeda is Lithuania’s main maritime gateway. Its indexed records cover the principal port and associated terminal-level locations used for cargo, vessel and routing searches.
Klaipeda-area port and terminal records
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Klaipeda | LTKLA | Klaipeda | Container, bulk and general cargo gateway |
| Pilies Juru Uosto Pvp/klaipeda | LTPLM | — | Port and terminal operations |
| Malku Ilankos Juru Uosto Pvp/klaipeda | LTMLM | — | Terminal and general cargo operations |
| Molo Juru Uosto Pvp/klaipeda | LTMOM | — | Port and berth operations |
| Klaipeda | LTKLJ | Klaipeda | Supplementary Klaipeda port record |
Central Lithuania Inland Logistics
Kaunas supports inland cargo distribution and multimodal connections to the Klaipeda gateway. It is a logistics node rather than a Baltic Sea seaport.
Central Lithuania indexed logistics record
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaunas | LTKAU | Kaunas | Inland distribution and multimodal freight |
Eastern Lithuania Inland Logistics
Vilnius is an inland commercial and distribution centre. Freight using this record generally requires an onward road or rail leg to a maritime gateway.
Eastern Lithuania indexed logistics record
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vilnius | LTVIL | Vilnius | Inland distribution and cargo consolidation |
Lithuania UN-LOCODE and Port Code Guide
City-Level and Terminal-Level Records
A city-level record can represent a broader logistics location, while a terminal-level record may identify a specific port facility or operating area. The two records should not automatically be treated as separate seaports.
How to Verify a Lithuania Port Code
Check the official UNECE UN/LOCODE resource and compare the result with the Ecer Freight Port Codes directory before preparing shipping documents.
Shipping from Lithuania: Main Trade Lanes
Lithuania to Northern Europe
Klaipeda cargo commonly connects with North Sea and Scandinavian distribution networks through scheduled short-sea and feeder services.
Lithuania to the United Kingdom and Ireland
Container and groupage cargo can move from Klaipeda through North Sea hubs before final delivery to the United Kingdom or Ireland.
Lithuania to the Mediterranean
Mediterranean shipments generally use feeder or hub connections from Klaipeda, with routing selected according to vessel schedules and cargo requirements.
Lithuania to Asia
Asia-bound containers usually move via a major Northern European hub or a direct regional connection when available; schedules and equipment require confirmation.
Data Sources and Methodology
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party indexed coverage of 7 Lithuania port and terminal records, snapshot November 2026.
- Klaipeda State Seaport Authority — port cargo, container and infrastructure reference data; latest complete figures used where available.
- Lithuanian Ministry of Transport and Communications — national transport policy and maritime-sector context.
- Official Statistics Portal of Lithuania — national statistical context for transport and freight indicators.
- UNECE — UN/LOCODE structure and location-code verification reference.
Lithuania Seaport FAQ
How many seaports does Lithuania have?
Lithuania has 7 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight. The figure describes the database’s indexed records and should not be read as a count of all berths or facilities.
What is the main port code for Lithuania?
The principal city-level maritime record is Klaipeda, with UN/LOCODE LTKLA. Terminal-level records may use different LT-prefixed codes.
What is the largest port in Lithuania?
Klaipeda is Lithuania’s largest and most important commercial seaport, handling the country’s main container, bulk and general-cargo flows.
Which Lithuanian region handles most sea freight?
The Klaipeda coastal port cluster handles most Lithuania sea freight. Vilnius and Kaunas are inland logistics locations connected to the maritime gateway by road and rail.
Are all Lithuania port records seaports?
No. The indexed list includes seaport, terminal and inland logistics records. City-level and terminal-level entries should be checked against the shipment’s actual loading location.
How current is the Lithuania port data?
The database coverage snapshot is November 2026. Throughput indicators use the latest complete public annual data available for the relevant measure, with 2025 used where a reliable comparable figure is available.
How can a shipper request a Lithuania freight quote?
A shipper can compare FCL or LCL options through the freight-rate pages. Final pricing depends on cargo details, equipment, origin and destination, sailing schedule, customs requirements and current carrier conditions.
Editorial note: Lithuania port coverage is based on the Ecer Freight database snapshot for November 2026. Public throughput and infrastructure indicators are checked against port-authority, government and statistical sources and are reviewed quarterly. Port names and terminal records may represent different operational or coding levels.
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