12 sailings · 5 carriers · transit 40–71 days
This week there are 12 sailings from Shanghai to Cotonou across 5 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $4,739 with HPL, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 40 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.
40HC $4,739 · HPL · 40–71 days
| Carrier | Vessel | Voyage | Service | ETD | Transit | 20ft | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HPL | MURCIA MAERSK | 644W | NE1 | 2026-11-10 | 49d | $3,706 | $4,743 |
| OOCL | CONDOR | 003W | WAF3 | 2026-11-10 | 40d | $4,135 | $6,300 |
| ZIM | CONDOR | 644W | FA2 | 2026-11-10 | 41d | — | $7,310 |
| CMA | AIGIO | SE30P0W19 | SEAS3/WAX1/KORA | 2026-11-12 | 68d | $3,979 | $5,744 |
Rates on the Shanghai → Cotonou 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.
The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Cotonou is $4,739 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.
Ocean transit from Shanghai to Cotonou takes around 40–71 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.
Carriers currently sailing this route include HPL, OOCL, ZIM, CMA, MSC. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.
We track 12 live sailings on the Shanghai → Cotonou lane, with multiple departures every week.