Shanghai → Auckland freight rate

30 sailings · 5 carriers · transit 19–44 days

40HC $6,264 · 20ft $3,139 · ~22 days · CMA

This week there are 30 sailings from Shanghai to Auckland across 5 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $3,650 with MSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 19 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
MSK21d$1,825$3,650
ONE110020d$2,350$4,650
MAERSKSeaspan Guayaquil632SNORTHERN STAR2026-07-1644d$1,911$4,066
ONEGSL KITHIRA624SNZJ2026-07-1924d$2,177$4,327
MAERSKAS California633SNORTHERN STAR2026-07-2443d$3,250$5,250
ONENYK FUSHIMI139SNZJ2026-07-2525d$2,177$4,327
ONENYK FUSHIMI139SNZJ2026-07-2525d$2,177$4,327
CMAKOTA LESTARI0ZEM5S1NLANZXANL2026-07-2621d$2,414$4,814

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Auckland 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 Auckland?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Auckland is $6,264 for a 40ft HC container and $3,139 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Auckland take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Auckland takes around 22 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Auckland?

Carriers currently sailing this route include MAERSK, ONE, CMA, OOCL, MSK. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Auckland?

We track 30 live sailings on the Shanghai → Auckland lane, with multiple departures every week.

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