Qingdao → Santos freight rate

21 sailings · 3 carriers · transit 57–74 days

40HC $7,314 · 20ft $6,664 · ~61 days · CMA

This week there are 21 sailings from Qingdao to Santos across 3 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $4,625 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 57 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
MSCMSC SAVONAFY628AAFRICA EXPRESS2026-07-1074d$6,500$6,900
MSCMSC ISTANBULFY629AAFRICA EXPRESS2026-07-1668d$6,000$6,400
MSCMSC APOLLINEQS629ASHIKRA2026-07-1959d$6,000$6,400
MSCFY630AAFRICA EXPRESS2026-07-1972d$6,000$6,400
MSCMSC APOLLINEQS629ASHIKRA2026-07-1959d$6,000$6,400
MSCFY630AAFRICA EXPRESS2026-07-1972d$6,000$6,400
MAERSKMAERSK EUNAPOLIS630WAE192026-07-2161d$4,425$4,825
CMACMA CGM CHILE1MHTQE1MAACSA1/SEAS2/SEAS3/PLATAMRC2026-07-2568d$6,464$7,114

About this route

Rates on the Qingdao → Santos 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 Santos?

The current ocean spot rate from Qingdao to Santos is $7,314 for a 40ft HC container and $6,664 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Qingdao to Santos take?

Ocean transit from Qingdao to Santos takes around 61 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Qingdao to Santos?

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

How often do ships depart from Qingdao to Santos?

We track 21 live sailings on the Qingdao → Santos lane, with multiple departures every week.

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