Qingdao → Southampton freight rate

24 sailings · 5 carriers · transit 43–59 days

40HC $5,740 · 20ft $3,725 · ~43 days · MSC

This week there are 24 sailings from Qingdao to Southampton across 5 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $4,608 with ONE, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 43 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
ONEHMM STOCKHOLM019W56d$3,050$4,750
ONEHMM HELSINKI019W56d$3,250$5,150
ONEHMM HAMBURG019W56d$3,100$4,950
EMC51d$3,200$5,300
MSCMSC GIOIA TAUROGL628WLION2026-07-2151d$3,660$5,640
MSCMSC SOFIAGL629WLION2026-07-2447d$3,725$5,740
MSCMSC MONICA CRISTINAGL630WLION2026-07-2844d$3,725$5,740
OOCLOOCL FELIXSTOWE011WLL12026-07-2955d$3,150$5,203

About this route

Rates on the Qingdao → Southampton 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 Southampton?

The current ocean spot rate from Qingdao to Southampton is $5,740 for a 40ft HC container and $3,725 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Qingdao to Southampton take?

Ocean transit from Qingdao to Southampton takes around 43 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Qingdao to Southampton?

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

How often do ships depart from Qingdao to Southampton?

We track 24 live sailings on the Qingdao → Southampton lane, with multiple departures every week.

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