Qingdao → Seattle freight rate

30 sailings · 3 carriers · transit 12–34 days

40HC $7,374 · 20ft $5,892 · ~13 days · MSC

This week there are 30 sailings from Qingdao to Seattle across 3 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $6,046 with CMA, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 12 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
OOCL20d$5,500$6,750
MSCMSC DENISSE XUK629A28d$5,750$7,100
MSCMSC PINAUK627A28d$5,750$7,100
MSCMSC PINAUK627ACHINOOK2026-07-1812d$6,132$7,674
CMACMA CGM PASSION0TNJ3S1MACPNW2026-07-2126d$5,396$6,546
MSCEXPRESS ROMEUK628ACHINOOK2026-07-2713d$6,132$7,674
MSCEXPRESS ROMEUK628ACHINOOK2026-07-2713d$6,132$7,674
MSCMSC DENISSE XUK629ACHINOOK2026-07-2813d$6,132$7,674

About this route

Rates on the Qingdao → Seattle 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 Seattle?

The current ocean spot rate from Qingdao to Seattle is $7,374 for a 40ft HC container and $5,892 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Qingdao to Seattle take?

Ocean transit from Qingdao to Seattle takes around 13 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Qingdao to Seattle?

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

How often do ships depart from Qingdao to Seattle?

We track 30 live sailings on the Qingdao → Seattle lane, with multiple departures every week.

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