Shanghai → New York freight rate

19 sailings · 3 carriers · transit 25–58 days

40HC $15,144 · 20ft — · ~35 days · HPL

This week there are 19 sailings from Shanghai to New York across 3 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $9,798 with HPL, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 25 days. Most services sail direct.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
HMMONE MODERN083EPN32026-10-1935d$9,186—
HMMHMM TOPAZ014EPS62026-10-2040d$9,218—
HPLTEMPANOS2523EAA72026-10-2158d—$9,798
HMMHMM VANCOUVER308EPN32026-10-2236d$9,186—
ONEHMM TOPAZ014EPS62026-10-2234d$9,312$10,947
ONEHMM VANCOUVER308EPN32026-10-2425d$9,000$10,588
HPLNAVIOS UNISON642EUS22026-10-2637d$8,511$10,258
HMMHMM MIR023EPS62026-10-2837d$9,218—

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → New York 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 New York?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to New York is $15,144 for a 40ft HC container and — for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to New York take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to New York takes around 35 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to New York?

Carriers currently sailing this route include HMM, HPL, ONE. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to New York?

We track 19 live sailings on the Shanghai → New York lane, with multiple departures every week.

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