Shanghai → Dar Es Salaam freight rate

119 sailings · 6 carriers · transit 19–43 days

40HC $5,210 · 20ft $3,060 · ~25 days · ZIM

This week there are 119 sailings from Shanghai to Dar Es Salaam across 6 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $4,810 with ZIM, 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
PILKOTA SETIA0629W28d$3,725$6,151
MSC33d$4,350$5,500
MAERSKSINGAPORE EXPRESS629WAE12026-07-0842d$3,755$5,115
MAERSKAdrian Maersk626WAE192026-07-1231d$3,911
MAERSKAdrian Maersk626WAE192026-07-1231d$3,911
MAERSKWILHELMSHAVEN EXPRESS630WAE12026-07-1443d$3,925$5,190
CMACMA CGM NERVAL0K13HW1MAKILIMA2026-07-1637d$3,464$5,414
CMALOBIVIAKLM010W19KILIMA2026-07-1922d$3,464$5,214

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Dar Es Salaam 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 Dar Es Salaam?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Dar Es Salaam is $5,210 for a 40ft HC container and $3,060 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Dar Es Salaam take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Dar Es Salaam takes around 25 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Dar Es Salaam?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Dar Es Salaam?

We track 119 live sailings on the Shanghai → Dar Es Salaam lane, with multiple departures every week.

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