Hong Kong → Charleston freight rate

61 sailings · 4 carriers · transit 27–47 days

40HC $7,240 · 20ft $5,630 · ~41 days · MAERSK

This week there are 61 sailings from Hong Kong to Charleston across 4 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $6,910 with MAERSK, and the fastest port-to-port transit is 27 days. Some services route via a transshipment hub, which can add a few days.

Sailing schedule

CarrierVesselVoyageServiceETDTransit20ft40HC
CMAOOCL POLAND0UPO9E1MA39d$9,100$10,100
CMA39d$9,200$10,300
MSCMSC CAPE IIIHD628AORCHID2026-07-1035d$7,412$9,274
MSCHUMBOLDT EXPRESS2629EINCA2026-07-1641d$7,412$9,274
CMAOOCL POLAND0UPO9E1MASAX2026-07-1745d$7,696$9,046
MSCATHENA IHD629AORCHID2026-07-2032d$7,412$9,274
MSCATHENA IHD629AORCHID2026-07-2131d$7,412$9,274
MSCATHENA IHD629AORCHID2026-07-2131d$7,412$9,274

About this route

Rates on the Hong Kong → Charleston 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 Hong Kong to Charleston?

The current ocean spot rate from Hong Kong to Charleston is $7,240 for a 40ft HC container and $5,630 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Hong Kong to Charleston take?

Ocean transit from Hong Kong to Charleston takes around 41 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Hong Kong to Charleston?

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

How often do ships depart from Hong Kong to Charleston?

We track 61 live sailings on the Hong Kong → Charleston lane, with multiple departures every week.

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