22 sailings · 6 carriers · transit 13–30 days
This week there are 22 sailings from Shanghai to Mombasa across 6 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $5,100 with MSC, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 13 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.
40HC $5,100 · MSC · 13–30 days
| Carrier | Vessel | Voyage | Service | ETD | Transit | 20ft | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OOCL | XIN HUANG PU | 225W | EAX1 | 2026-11-09 | 25d | $3,954 | $6,654 |
| MSC | — | 2026-11-09 | 30d | $3,650 | $5,100 | ||
| CUL | — | 2026-11-10 | 24d | $3,550 | $5,800 | ||
| HPL | NAVIOS SUMMER | 645W | EA3 | 2026-11-11 | 26d | $4,483 | — |
Rates on the Shanghai → Mombasa 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 Mombasa is $5,100 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.
Ocean transit from Shanghai to Mombasa takes around 13–30 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.
Carriers currently sailing this route include OOCL, MSC, CUL, HPL, ONE. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.
We track 22 live sailings on the Shanghai → Mombasa lane, with multiple departures every week.