49 sailings · 8 carriers · transit 20–56 days
This week there are 49 sailings from Xiamen to Houston across 8 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $8,460 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 20 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.
40HC $8,460 · MAERSK · 20–56 days
| Carrier | Vessel | Voyage | Service | ETD | Transit | 20ft | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZIM | YOUAIFANGZHOU | 31S | QXM | 2026-11-09 | 39d | $10,073 | $12,533 |
| ZIM | YOUAIFANGZHOU | 32S | QXM | 2026-11-09 | 36d | $10,073 | $12,533 |
| CMA | CMA CGM LISBON | KC2010N19 | KCM2CNC/PEX3 | 2026-11-10 | 44d | $9,866 | $12,246 |
| MSC | TBN | FW639E | SWAN | 2026-11-10 | 32d | $10,201 | $12,871 |
Rates on the Xiamen → Houston 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 Xiamen to Houston is $8,460 for a 40ft HC container, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.
Ocean transit from Xiamen to Houston takes around 20–56 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.
Carriers currently sailing this route include ZIM, CMA, MSC, COSCO, EMC. Schedules and rates are refreshed daily.
We track 49 live sailings on the Xiamen → Houston lane, with multiple departures every week.