FCL Ocean Freight from Qingdao to Houston

POL
Qingdao
POD
Houston
Filter 8
HPL
HPL
tTM8UUV
Direct CarrierTransship
32d
qingdao
2026-09-26 Sat
via busan Busan
houston,tx
2026-10-28 Wed
Cut-off 2026-09-25|GUSTAV MAERSK / 638E
20GP
$6,140
40GP
$0
40HQ
$8,380
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ONE
ONE
tMOZVSU
Direct CarrierTransship
2d
qingdao
2026-09-19 Sat
via PUSAN
houston,tx
2026-09-21 Mon
Cut-off 2026-09-14|BRIGHT SAKURA / 0021S
20GP
$8,610
40GP
$11,750
40HQ
$10,250
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YML
YML
tFNBUQ4
Direct CarrierTransship
21d
qingdao
2026-09-13 Sun
via long beach,ca Long Beach,ca
houston,tx
2026-10-04 Sun
Cut-off 2026-09-07|ONE RECOGNITION / 014E
20GP
$9,230
40GP
$10,320
40HQ
$10,320
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OOCL
OOCL
tYGB07X
Direct CarrierDirect
28d
qingdao
2026-09-11 Fri
houston,tx
2026-10-09 Fri
Cut-off 2026-09-09(2d left)
20GP
$9,330
40GP
$10,400
40HQ
$10,400
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EMC
EMC
tCX7UMZ
Direct CarrierTransship
19d
qingdao
2026-09-11 Fri
via los angeles,ca Los Angeles,ca
houston,tx
2026-09-30 Wed
Cut-off 2026-09-09(2d left)|EVER LOVELY / 1238-069E
20GP
$10,375
40GP
$11,535
40HQ
$11,535
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COSCO
COSCO
tOS6PHT
Direct CarrierTransship
36d
qingdao
2026-09-09 Wed
via 中转·经上海港
houston,tx
2026-10-15 Thu
Cut-off 2026-09-07
20GP
$10,545
40GP
$11,885
40HQ
$11,885
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MSC
MSC
tX78VKB
Direct CarrierTransship
28d
qingdao
2026-09-11 Fri
via 中转·经釜山
houston,tx
2026-10-09 Fri
Cut-off 2026-09-09(2d left)
20GP
$8,990
40GP
$11,910
40HQ
$11,910
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ZIM
ZIM
t2K79D7
Direct CarrierTransship
30d
qingdao
2026-09-14 Mon
via 中转·经温哥华
houston,tx
2026-10-14 Wed
Cut-off 2026-09-12
20GP
$9,520
40GP
$12,110
40HQ
$12,210
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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.