Shanghai → Brisbane freight rate

95 sailings · 6 carriers · transit 22–48 days

40HC $5,814 · 20ft $2,914 · ~40 days · CMA

This week there are 95 sailings from Shanghai to Brisbane across 6 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $4,032 with ONE, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 22 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
MSCMSC TURKIYEQS628ASHIKRA2026-07-0928d$2,600$5,200
ONEBIG GEORGE26028EBH22026-07-1146d$2,582$5,132
OOCLYM CONTINENT074SCHL2026-07-1425d$3,100$6,200
OOCLYM CONTINENT074SCHL2026-07-1425d$3,100$6,200
ZIMMELINA64WASE2026-07-1527d$2,940$5,370
CMACMA CGM CAIMEP0BYPGS1NLKCM2CNC/A3CANL2026-07-1538d$2,864$5,714
ZIMMELINA64WASE2026-07-1527d$2,940$5,370
CMACMA CGM CAIMEP0BYPGS1NLKCM2CNC/A3CANL2026-07-1538d$2,864$5,714

About this route

Rates on the Shanghai → Brisbane 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 Shanghai to Brisbane?

The current ocean spot rate from Shanghai to Brisbane is $5,814 for a 40ft HC container and $2,914 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Shanghai to Brisbane take?

Ocean transit from Shanghai to Brisbane takes around 40 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Shanghai to Brisbane?

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

How often do ships depart from Shanghai to Brisbane?

We track 95 live sailings on the Shanghai → Brisbane lane, with multiple departures every week.

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