Shanghai → Santos freight rate

43 sailings · 6 carriers · transit 36–54 days

40HC $6,814 · 20ft $6,164 · ~45 days · CMA

This week there are 43 sailings from Shanghai to Santos across 6 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $5,000 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 36 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
ONEONE MAGDALENA2630W46d$5,550$5,750
HMMHMM PREMIUM0106W44d$5,450$5,650
HMMHMM JUNIPER0004W44d$5,450$5,650
HPL46d$6,850
MAERSKZIM USA017WNEOASAS2026-07-1249d$5,000$5,725
MAERSKSAN FRANCISCA628WNEOASAS2026-07-1638d$5,000
CMAMAERSK KARACHI0WO3NW1MASEAS3/PLATAMRC2026-07-1642d$6,064$6,714
MAERSKSAN FRANCISCA628WNEOASAS2026-07-1836d$5,000

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Santos 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 Santos?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Santos is $6,814 for a 40ft HC container and $6,164 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Santos take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Santos takes around 45 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Santos?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Santos?

We track 43 live sailings on the Shanghai → Santos lane, with multiple departures every week.

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