Qingdao → Cartagena freight rate

21 sailings · 3 carriers · transit 32–58 days

40HC $8,494 · 20ft $8,254 · ~40 days · CMA

This week there are 21 sailings from Qingdao to Cartagena across 3 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $6,225 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 32 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
EMCTALOS1276-043ENUE2026-07-2438d$7,300$7,500
MAERSKMAERSK EINDHOVEN630EAC22026-07-2543d$5,365$6,225
MAERSKMAERSK EINDHOVEN630EAC22026-07-2543d$5,365$6,225
MAERSKMAERSK EL BANCO631WAE192026-07-2946d$5,544$6,405
MAERSKMAERSK EL BANCO631WAE192026-07-2946d$5,544$6,405
CMACMA CGM SCANDOLA0PPJAE1MAPEX2/YUKA2026-07-3042d$7,314$7,614
EMCEVER FORE1277-024ENUE2026-07-3039d$7,300$7,500
EMCEVER FORE1277-024ENUE2026-07-3039d$7,300$7,500

About this route

Rates on the Qingdao → Cartagena 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 Cartagena?

The current ocean spot rate from Qingdao to Cartagena is $8,494 for a 40ft HC container and $8,254 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Qingdao to Cartagena take?

Ocean transit from Qingdao to Cartagena takes around 40 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Qingdao to Cartagena?

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

How often do ships depart from Qingdao to Cartagena?

We track 21 live sailings on the Qingdao → Cartagena lane, with multiple departures every week.

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