Nansha → Houston freight rate

35 sailings · 7 carriers · transit 21–41 days

This week there are 35 sailings from Nansha to Houston across 7 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $8,620 with ONE, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 21 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

40HC $8,620 · ONE · 21–41 days

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
COSCO—2026-11-0924d$14,010$14,385
EMC—2026-11-0927d$11,490$12,780
OOCL—2026-11-0926d$7,627$9,347
YML—2026-11-0934d$9,860$12,180

About this route

Rates on the Nansha → Houston 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 Nansha to Houston?

The current ocean spot rate from Nansha to Houston is $8,620 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Nansha to Houston take?

Ocean transit from Nansha to Houston takes around 21–41 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Nansha to Houston?

Carriers currently sailing this route include COSCO, EMC, OOCL, YML, ZIM. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.

How often do ships depart from Nansha to Houston?

We track 35 live sailings on the Nansha → Houston lane, with multiple departures every week.

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