Ningbo → Los Angeles freight rate

72 sailings · 10 carriers · transit 11–22 days

This week there are 72 sailings from Ningbo to Los Angeles across 10 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $6,400 with HMM, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 11 days. Most services sail direct.

40HC $6,400 · HMM · 11–22 days

Best tracked on-time performance: 34% (ZIM, 35 sailings).

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
HMMHMM EMERALD016EPS62026-11-0916d$6,047—
ONE—2026-11-0917d$7,500$9,250
HMMYM UBIQUITY080EPS42026-11-1015d$6,047—
CMA—2026-11-1014d$8,460$9,400

About this route

Rates on the Ningbo → Los Angeles 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 Ningbo to Los Angeles?

The current ocean spot rate from Ningbo to Los Angeles is $6,400 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Ningbo to Los Angeles take?

Ocean transit from Ningbo to Los Angeles takes around 11–22 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Ningbo to Los Angeles?

Carriers currently sailing this route include HMM, ONE, CMA, COSCO, OOCL. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.

How often do ships depart from Ningbo to Los Angeles?

We track 72 live sailings on the Ningbo → Los Angeles lane, with multiple departures every week.

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