FCL Ocean Freight from Qingdao to Charleston

POL
Qingdao
POD
Charleston
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ONE
ONE
t29YT4B
Direct CarrierTransship
75d
qingdao
2026-09-07 Mon
via 中转·经新加坡
charleston,sc
2026-11-21 Sat
Cut-off
20GP
$9,890
40GP
$11,500
40HQ
$11,500
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YML
YML
tCYUNTO
Direct CarrierTransship
38d
qingdao
2026-09-07 Mon
via 中转·经釜山/萨凡纳
charleston,sc
2026-10-15 Thu
Cut-off
20GP
$9,094
40GP
$11,524
40HQ
$11,524
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COSCO
COSCO
tV8XKVN
Direct CarrierDirect
qingdao
2026-09-09 Wed
charleston,sc
Cut-off
20GP
$10,495
40GP
$11,769
40HQ
$11,769
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ZIM
ZIM
tDB41BM
Direct CarrierTransship
36d
qingdao
2026-09-09 Wed
via 中转·经上海港
charleston,sc
2026-10-15 Thu
Cut-off
20GP
$9,305
40GP
$11,745
40HQ
$11,845
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MSC
MSC
t343I5O
Direct CarrierDirect
33d
qingdao
2026-09-05 Sat
charleston,sc
2026-10-08 Thu
Cut-off
20GP
$9,037
40GP
$11,983
40HQ
$11,983
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EMC
EMC
tXW563Z
Direct CarrierTransship
29d
qingdao
2026-09-11 Fri
via 中转·经洛杉矶
charleston,sc
2026-10-10 Sat
Cut-off
20GP
$10,998
40GP
$12,324
40HQ
$12,324
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CMA
CMA
tATWI74
Direct CarrierTransship
47d
qingdao
2026-09-11 Fri
via 中转·经釜山
charleston,sc
2026-10-28 Wed
Cut-off
20GP
$10,284
40GP
$12,359
40HQ
$12,359
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between FCL and LCL?

FCL means you have the entire container exclusively — loaded and sealed at the origin port, shipped intact to the destination without mixing, lowering damage and loss risk. LCL means multiple shippers share a container, billed by CBM, suited to small shipments under 15 CBM. FCL has a lower unit cost but requires sufficient cargo volume.

How to choose between 20GP / 40GP / 40HQ container types?

20GP (20-ft standard): ~28 CBM capacity, 22-24 t payload — ideal for dense cargo like machinery parts and metal materials. 40GP: ~58 CBM, 26 t payload. 40HQ (40-ft high cube): ~12% more capacity than 40GP (~68 CBM) — ideal for bulky but light cargo like furniture, apparel, and consumer electronics. For short-haul Southeast Asia / Middle East routes 20GP is common; for long-haul Europe / North America 40HQ delivers the best value.

What is included in an FCL quote, and what is charged separately?

Standard inclusions: Ocean Freight (O/F), BAF (bunker adjustment), CAF (currency adjustment), THC (terminal handling), and DOC (documentation). Typically excluded: ORC (origin receiving charge), ISPS (security), VGM, inland trucking, and destination THC / DDC / delivery (unless DDU door-to-door). Always confirm the full breakdown with your forwarder upfront to avoid surprise charges on arrival.

What is the FCL booking process?

Shipper provides POL, POD, cargo description, weight/volume, and container type → forwarder/carrier quotes → sign Booking Confirmation → complete loading, customs declaration, and VGM submission 48-72 hours before cut-off at origin port → carrier issues MBL/HBL → consignee exchanges B/L for D/O at destination and clears customs. Typical end-to-end timeline: 7-10 business days.

How can I check real-time sailing schedules and cut-off times?

Use the "Cargo Tracking / Sailing Schedules" tab — enter vessel/voyage or POL-POD to see 2-3 weeks of schedules ahead, with cut-off time, VGM cut-off, ETD, and ETA per sailing. Before booking, compare departure frequency from different carriers on the same route; in peak season, reserve a backup sailing as space tightens.

Can FCL be delivered DDU / DDP door-to-door?

Yes. DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid) delivers to the consignee's address but excludes import duties — the consignee handles clearance. DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) bundles customs clearance and duty prepayment via the forwarder, so the consignee just receives the goods. DDP suits importers with limited customs experience or those wanting to lock in total door-to-door cost; pricing typically runs 10-30% above DDU.

FCL Ocean Freight Rates · Real-Time Sailing Schedules from Global Ports

Awice Logistics delivers real-time FCL ocean freight rate quotes for exporters worldwide. Compare 20GP / 40GP / 40HQ rates from 100+ carriers across 4,200+ ports, updated daily. Filter by Port of Loading, Port of Discharge, and carrier; review base ocean freight against surcharges like THC and ORC; combine with sailing schedules and transit times to pick the optimal option. Register and sign in to request quotes, place bookings, view full bills of lading, and track containers.