Shanghai → Karachi freight rate

6 sailings · 2 carriers · transit 24–30 days

This week there are 6 sailings from Shanghai to Karachi across 2 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $2,700 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 $2,700 · MAERSK · 24–30 days

Best tracked on-time performance: 5% (EMC, 113 sailings).

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
CMACMA CGM THALASSAPRA0A0S19PEARLAS12026-11-0926d$3,714$3,914
MAERSKSPEED646WAE32026-11-1224d$2,800$2,700
MAERSKMaersk Cincinnati645WAE32026-11-1430d—$2,700
CMAAPL SOUTHAMPTONPRA0I0S19PEARLAS12026-11-2524d$4,314$4,514

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Karachi 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 Karachi?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Karachi is $2,700 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Karachi take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Karachi takes around 24–30 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Karachi?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Karachi?

We track 6 live sailings on the Shanghai → Karachi lane, with multiple departures every week.

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