Shanghai → Mombasa freight rate

8 sailings · 1 carriers · transit 40–44 days

40HC $6,414 · CMA · 40–44 days

This week there are 8 sailings from Shanghai to Mombasa across 1 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $6,414 with CMA, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 40 days. Most services sail direct.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
CMACNC MARSCSE0E0S19CSE1CNC/KILIMA2026-11-0140d$4,014$6,414
CMALOUISEBMX0I0S19BMXCNC/KILIMA2026-11-0741d$4,014$6,414
CMACNC PLUTOCSE0G0S19CSE1CNC/KILIMA2026-11-0840d$4,014$6,414
CMATB TAIYUANBMX0K0S19BMXCNC/KILIMA2026-11-1342d$4,014$6,414

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Mombasa lane are live carrier spot prices from public listings. They move week to week with capacity, fuel and demand, so we refresh them daily to help you time your booking. For a firm, all-in price including local charges and surcharges, request a quote and we match your shipment to a vetted forwarder.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to ship a container from Shanghai to Mombasa?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Mombasa is $6,414 for a 40ft HC container and — for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Mombasa take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Mombasa takes around 40–44 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Mombasa?

Carriers currently sailing this route include CMA. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Mombasa?

We track 8 live sailings on the Shanghai → Mombasa lane, with multiple departures every week.

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