Qingdao → Sydney freight rate

15 sailings · 5 carriers · transit 16–24 days

This week there are 15 sailings from Qingdao to Sydney across 5 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $4,810 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 16 days. Most services sail direct.

40HC $4,810 · MAERSK · 16–24 days

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
ONEALS KRONOS645SAUN2026-11-0923d$2,732$5,432
MAERSKMethoni646SDRAGON2026-11-1423d$2,405$4,810
CMAALS LUNA0AKNFS1NLA3NANL2026-11-1521d$3,414$6,814
ONEMETHONI646SAUN2026-11-1524d$2,732$5,432

About this route

Rates on the Qingdao → Sydney 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 Qingdao to Sydney?

The current ocean spot rate from Qingdao to Sydney is $4,810 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Qingdao to Sydney take?

Ocean transit from Qingdao to Sydney takes around 16–24 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Qingdao to Sydney?

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

How often do ships depart from Qingdao to Sydney?

We track 15 live sailings on the Qingdao → Sydney lane, with multiple departures every week.

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