10 sailings · 4 carriers · transit 29–43 days
This week there are 10 sailings from Shanghai to Cape Town across 4 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $7,250 with MSC, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 29 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.
40HC $7,250 · MSC · 29–43 days
| Carrier | Vessel | Voyage | Service | ETD | Transit | 20ft | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSC | — | 2026-11-09 | 31d | $6,375 | $7,250 | ||
| ONE | — | 2026-11-13 | 30d | $6,190 | $7,365 | ||
| OOCL | — | 2026-11-13 | 40d | $5,100 | $7,400 | ||
| OOCL | SUNNY PHOENIX | 077W | SAF2 | 2026-11-15 | 29d | $6,605 | $9,005 |
Rates on the Shanghai → Cape Town 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 Cape Town is $7,250 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.
Ocean transit from Shanghai to Cape Town takes around 29–43 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.
Carriers currently sailing this route include MSC, ONE, OOCL, CMA. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.
We track 10 live sailings on the Shanghai → Cape Town lane, with multiple departures every week.