Qingdao → Mombasa freight rate

14 sailings · 4 carriers · transit 22–37 days

This week there are 14 sailings from Qingdao to Mombasa across 4 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $5,910 with ZIM, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 22 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

40HC $5,910 · ZIM · 22–37 days

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
MAERSKEMMA MAERSK645WAE52026-11-0932d$3,938$6,013
MAERSKMARGRETHE MAERSK645WAE152026-11-0932d$3,938$6,013
ZIMNAVIOS SUMMER645WKYX2026-11-0924d$3,660$5,910
CMACMA CGM BELEMWX10B0W19WAX1/KILIMA2026-11-1032d$3,964$6,314

About this route

Rates on the Qingdao → Mombasa 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.

Request a firm all-in quote →

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to ship a container from Qingdao to Mombasa?

The current ocean spot rate from Qingdao to Mombasa is $5,910 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Qingdao to Mombasa take?

Ocean transit from Qingdao to Mombasa takes around 22–37 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Qingdao to Mombasa?

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

How often do ships depart from Qingdao to Mombasa?

We track 14 live sailings on the Qingdao → Mombasa lane, with multiple departures every week.

Other routes from Qingdao