13 sailings · 3 carriers · transit 45–58 days
40HC $6,850 · 20ft $5,850 · ~45 days · MSC
This week there are 13 sailings from Shanghai to Walvis Bay across 3 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $6,255 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 45 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.
| Carrier | Vessel | Voyage | Service | ETD | Transit | 20ft | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAERSK | APL Mexico City | 629W | FEW6 | 2026-07-22 | 49d | $4,645 | — |
| MSC | MSC MINA | FY627A | AFRICA EXPRESS | 2026-07-24 | 48d | $5,850 | $6,850 |
| CMA | LUANDA EXPRESS | 04FO9W1MA | ASAFGR | 2026-07-27 | 52d | $4,839 | $6,764 |
| MAERSK | LUANDA EXPRESS | 630W | FEW6 | 2026-07-27 | 51d | $4,605 | $6,255 |
| MSC | MSC SAVONA | FY628A | AFRICA EXPRESS | 2026-07-28 | 46d | $5,850 | $6,850 |
| MSC | MSC SAVONA | FY628A | AFRICA EXPRESS | 2026-07-29 | 45d | $5,850 | $6,850 |
| MSC | MSC ELOANE | FY630A | AFRICA EXPRESS | 2026-08-09 | 58d | $5,850 | $6,850 |
| MSC | MSC ELOANE | FY630A | AFRICA EXPRESS | 2026-08-10 | 57d | $5,850 | $6,850 |
Rates on the Shanghai → Walvis Bay 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 Walvis Bay is $6,850 for a 40ft HC container and $5,850 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.
Ocean transit from Shanghai to Walvis Bay takes around 45 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.
Carriers currently sailing this route include MAERSK, MSC, CMA. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.
We track 13 live sailings on the Shanghai → Walvis Bay lane, with multiple departures every week.