Qingdao → San Antonio freight rate

58 sailings · 5 carriers · transit 38–55 days

40HC $5,314 · 20ft $5,164 · ~42 days · CMA

This week there are 58 sailings from Qingdao to San Antonio across 5 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $4,015 with ONE, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 38 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
MAERSKSEASPAN LINGUE628SASIA SHUTTLE 42026-07-0952d$4,630$5,145
MSCMSC SAVONAFY628AAFRICA EXPRESS2026-07-1040d$5,500$5,700
HPLGERDA MAERSK629EWC22026-07-1352d$5,515
MSCMSC ISTANBULFY629AAFRICA EXPRESS2026-07-1641d$4,600$4,900
ONEMSC MAYAGT628WMD32026-07-1648d$5,485$5,715
ONEBIG GEORGE26029EBH22026-07-1747d$5,485$5,715
CMACMA CGM GALAPAGOS1MHTME1MAACSA1/ACSA22026-07-1849d$4,514$4,714
MSCFY630AAFRICA EXPRESS2026-07-1938d$4,600$4,900

About this route

Rates on the Qingdao → San Antonio 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 San Antonio?

The current ocean spot rate from Qingdao to San Antonio is $5,314 for a 40ft HC container and $5,164 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Qingdao to San Antonio take?

Ocean transit from Qingdao to San Antonio takes around 42 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Qingdao to San Antonio?

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

How often do ships depart from Qingdao to San Antonio?

We track 58 live sailings on the Qingdao → San Antonio lane, with multiple departures every week.

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