36 sailings · 7 carriers · transit 23–59 days
This week there are 36 sailings from Qingdao to Charleston across 7 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $8,515 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 23 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.
40HC $8,515 · MAERSK · 23–59 days
Best tracked on-time performance: 0% (MAERSK, 34 sailings).
| Carrier | Vessel | Voyage | Service | ETD | Transit | 20ft | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAERSK | MARGRETHE MAERSK | 645W | AE15 | 2026-11-09 | 48d | $6,772 | $8,515 |
| COSCO | — | 2026-11-09 | 43d | $11,476 | $12,813 | ||
| EMC | — | 2026-11-09 | 23d | $12,219 | $13,595 | ||
| MSC | ZIM TOPAZ | 10E | AMBERJACK SERVICE | 2026-11-12 | 32d | $10,201 | $12,871 |
Rates on the Qingdao → Charleston 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.
The current ocean spot rate from Qingdao to Charleston is $8,515 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.
Ocean transit from Qingdao to Charleston takes around 23–59 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.
Carriers currently sailing this route include MAERSK, COSCO, EMC, MSC, ZIM. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.
We track 36 live sailings on the Qingdao → Charleston lane, with multiple departures every week.