Shekou → Cape Town freight rate

4 sailings · 1 carriers · transit 22–22 days

This week there are 4 sailings from Shekou to Cape Town across 1 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $7,680 with OOCL, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 22 days. Most services sail direct.

40HC $7,680 · OOCL · 22 days

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
OOCLDOLPHIN II068W—2026-11-1022d$4,880$7,680
OOCL—2026-11-1722d$4,880$7,680
OOCLCARL SCHULTE018W—2026-11-1722d$4,880$7,680
OOCLDOLPHIN II068W—2026-11-1722d$4,880$7,680

About this route

Rates on the Shekou → 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to ship a container from Shekou to Cape Town?

The current ocean spot rate from Shekou to Cape Town is $7,680 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shekou to Cape Town take?

Ocean transit from Shekou to Cape Town takes around 22 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shekou to Cape Town?

Carriers currently sailing this route include OOCL. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.

How often do ships depart from Shekou to Cape Town?

We track 4 live sailings on the Shekou → Cape Town lane, with multiple departures every week.

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