Hong Kong → Houston freight rate

116 sailings · 5 carriers · transit 22–61 days

40HC $7,000 · 20ft $5,940 · ~48 days · MAERSK

This week there are 116 sailings from Hong Kong to Houston across 5 carriers. The lowest 40ft HC spot rate is $7,000 with MAERSK, 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
MSCONE SPIRIT2626EANDES EXPRESS SERVICE2026-07-0736d$7,412$9,274
CMATERATAKI0XKOWS1MANCXCNC/PEX32026-07-0945d$7,826$9,196
MAERSKZIM USA016ENEOASAS2026-07-0947d$6,596$7,920
ZIMHONG KONG YANTIAN BARGE859NQHK2026-07-1034d$7,923$9,908
ONEMAERSK FUKUOKA626SAUN2026-07-1132d$7,272$8,547
ZIMHONG KONG YANTIAN BARGE860NQHK2026-07-1232d$7,763$9,708
ZIMZHAOQING HONG KONG BARGE79SQRD2026-07-1233d$7,763$9,708
MSCMSC VIVIENNEFA627AANDES EXPRESS SERVICE2026-07-1330d$7,412$9,274

About this route

Rates on the Hong Kong → 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to ship a container from Hong Kong to Houston?

The current ocean spot rate from Hong Kong to Houston is $7,000 for a 40ft HC container and $5,940 for a 20ft, updated daily. Request a firm all-in quote for your exact shipment.

How long does shipping from Hong Kong to Houston take?

Ocean transit from Hong Kong to Houston takes around 48 days port to port, depending on the carrier and service.

Which carriers ship from Hong Kong to Houston?

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

How often do ships depart from Hong Kong to Houston?

We track 116 live sailings on the Hong Kong → Houston lane, with multiple departures every week.

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