55 sailings · 8 carriers · transit 28–53 days
This week there are 55 sailings from Shanghai to Istanbul across 8 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $4,350 with YML, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 28 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.
40HC $4,350 · YML · 28–53 days
| Carrier | Vessel | Voyage | Service | ETD | Transit | 20ft | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMA | CMA CGM MONTE CRISTO | PHX080W19 | BEX2/BMS | 2026-11-09 | 46d | $5,039 | $7,039 |
| MSC | MSC REEF | GT643W | TIGER SERVICE | 2026-11-09 | 30d | $4,111 | $5,322 |
| ONE | MSC REEF | GT643W | MD3 | 2026-11-09 | 30d | $3,038 | $4,666 |
| COSCO | — | 2026-11-10 | 52d | $3,750 | $4,900 |
Rates on the Shanghai → Istanbul 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 Istanbul is $4,350 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.
Ocean transit from Shanghai to Istanbul takes around 28–53 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.
Carriers currently sailing this route include CMA, MSC, ONE, COSCO, EMC. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.
We track 55 live sailings on the Shanghai → Istanbul lane, with multiple departures every week.