17 sailings · 6 carriers · transit 22–55 days
This week there are 17 sailings from Qingdao to Durban across 6 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $6,345 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 22 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.
40HC $6,345 · MAERSK · 22–55 days
| Carrier | Vessel | Voyage | Service | ETD | Transit | 20ft | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAERSK | EMMA MAERSK | 645W | AE5 | 2026-11-09 | 55d | — | $6,345 |
| MAERSK | MARGRETHE MAERSK | 645W | AE15 | 2026-11-09 | 54d | $6,088 | $6,823 |
| ZIM | CARL SCHULTE | 8W | SA2 | 2026-11-09 | 23d | $4,510 | $7,010 |
| ZIM | CARL SCHULTE | 8W | SA2 | 2026-11-10 | 22d | $4,510 | $7,010 |
Rates on the Qingdao → Durban 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 Durban is $6,345 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.
Ocean transit from Qingdao to Durban takes around 22–55 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.
Carriers currently sailing this route include MAERSK, ZIM, CMA, OOCL, MSC. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.
We track 17 live sailings on the Qingdao → Durban lane, with multiple departures every week.