Shanghai → San Antonio freight rate

24 sailings · 7 carriers · transit 35–75 days

This week there are 24 sailings from Shanghai to San Antonio across 7 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $5,300 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 35 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

40HC $5,300 · MAERSK · 35–75 days

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
OOCLJOEL SCHULTE003ETLP12026-11-0940d$6,015$6,830
COSCOCOSCO SHIPPING VOLGA052EWSA32026-11-1053d$6,123$6,438
HPLSEASPAN THAMES2644ETPM2026-11-1043d—$5,715
CMACMA CGM CHILE0MH3FE1MAACSA12026-11-1135d$6,714$6,814

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → San Antonio 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 San Antonio?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to San Antonio is $5,300 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to San Antonio take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to San Antonio takes around 35–75 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to San Antonio?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to San Antonio?

We track 24 live sailings on the Shanghai → San Antonio lane, with multiple departures every week.

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