13 sailings · 1 carriers · transit 12–30 days
40HC $3,714 · CMA · 12–30 days
This week there are 13 sailings from Shanghai to Chennai across 1 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $3,714 with CMA, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 12 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.
| Carrier | Vessel | Voyage | Service | ETD | Transit | 20ft | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMA | CMA CGM ANDROMEDA | TVI000W19 | PEARLAS1/TVI | 2026-10-31 | 20d | $4,614 | $4,814 |
| CMA | APL SALALAH | PRA060S19 | PEARLAS1/TVI | 2026-11-02 | 25d | $3,514 | $3,714 |
| CMA | APL SALALAH | PRA060S19 | PEARLAS1/TVI | 2026-11-03 | 24d | $3,514 | $3,714 |
| CMA | CMA CGM THALASSA | PRA0A0S19 | PEARLAS1/TVI | 2026-11-08 | 26d | $3,514 | $3,714 |
Rates on the Shanghai → Chennai 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 Chennai is $3,714 for a 40ft HC container and — for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.
Ocean transit from Shanghai to Chennai takes around 12–30 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.
Carriers currently sailing this route include CMA. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.
We track 13 live sailings on the Shanghai → Chennai lane, with multiple departures every week.