23 sailings · 7 carriers · transit 13–40 days
This week there are 23 sailings from Shanghai to Colombo across 7 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $3,286 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 13 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.
40HC $3,286 · MAERSK · 13–40 days
| Carrier | Vessel | Voyage | Service | ETD | Transit | 20ft | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMA | CMA CGM THALASSA | PRA0A0S19 | PEARLAS1/TVI | 2026-11-09 | 30d | $3,514 | $3,714 |
| MSC | MSC KATIE | FY643A | AFRICA EXPRESS | 2026-11-09 | 18d | $3,100 | $3,300 |
| MAERSK | MURCIA MAERSK | 644W | AE2 | 2026-11-11 | 25d | $3,391 | $3,286 |
| ONE | — | 2026-11-11 | 28d | $3,695 | $3,990 |
Rates on the Shanghai → Colombo 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 Colombo is $3,286 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.
Ocean transit from Shanghai to Colombo takes around 13–40 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.
Carriers currently sailing this route include CMA, MSC, MAERSK, ONE, IAL. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.
We track 23 live sailings on the Shanghai → Colombo lane, with multiple departures every week.