Qingdao → Brisbane freight rate

15 sailings · 3 carriers · transit 25–55 days

40HC $4,114 · CMA · 25–55 days

This week there are 15 sailings from Qingdao to Brisbane across 3 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $4,114 with CMA, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 25 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
HPLEVER SMART0145SNAX2026-11-0425d—$4,883
HPLHMM PARAMOUNT0096SNAX2026-11-0631d$2,848$4,883
MAERSKALS Kronos645SDRAGON2026-11-0742d$2,391$4,780
CMAEVER LEARNED437080W23TXGSIMA/APRANL2026-11-0954d$2,064$4,114

About this route

Rates on the Qingdao → Brisbane 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 Brisbane?

The current ocean spot rate from Qingdao to Brisbane is $4,114 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 Qingdao to Brisbane take?

Ocean transit from Qingdao to Brisbane takes around 25–55 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Qingdao to Brisbane?

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

How often do ships depart from Qingdao to Brisbane?

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

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