Shanghai → Aqaba freight rate

4 sailings · 2 carriers · transit 29–34 days

This week there are 4 sailings from Shanghai to Aqaba across 2 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $8,914 with CMA, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 29 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

40HC $8,914 · CMA · 29–34 days

Best tracked on-time performance: 24% (PIL, 34 sailings).

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
MSCMSC MONICA CRISTINAQX645WPHOENIX2026-11-1831d$6,900$10,300
MSCMSC IVANAQX646WPHOENIX2026-11-2333d$6,900$10,300
CMACMA CGM MERCURYRX20D0W19REX22026-11-2534d$6,114$8,914
MSCMSC STELLA M XQX647WPHOENIX2026-11-2929d$6,900$10,300

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Aqaba 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 Aqaba?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Aqaba is $8,914 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Aqaba take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Aqaba takes around 29–34 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Aqaba?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Aqaba?

We track 4 live sailings on the Shanghai → Aqaba lane, with multiple departures every week.

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