27 sailings · 5 carriers · transit 24–36 days
This week there are 27 sailings from Shanghai to Balboa across 5 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $5,855 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 24 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.
40HC $5,855 · MAERSK · 24–36 days
| Carrier | Vessel | Voyage | Service | ETD | Transit | 20ft | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMA | CMA CGM BIG SUR | PEX050E19 | PEX2 | 2026-11-10 | 31d | $8,714 | $8,914 |
| MSK | — | 2026-11-11 | 30d | $20,200 | $20,200 | ||
| YML | — | 2026-11-13 | 24d | $8,080 | $8,510 | ||
| CMA | CMA CGM TENERE | PEX070E19 | PEX2 | 2026-11-15 | 33d | $9,564 | $9,514 |
Rates on the Shanghai → Balboa 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 Balboa is $5,855 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.
Ocean transit from Shanghai to Balboa takes around 24–36 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.
Carriers currently sailing this route include CMA, MSK, YML, EMC, MAERSK. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.
We track 27 live sailings on the Shanghai → Balboa lane, with multiple departures every week.