FCL Ocean Freight from shanghai to buenos aires

POL
Shanghai
POD
Buenos Aires
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MSK
MSK
t5RBVP3
Direct CarrierDirect
36d
shanghai
2026-09-02 Wed
buenos aires
2026-10-08 Thu
Cut-off |San Marco Maersk / 635W
20GP
$8,702
40GP
$8,902
40HQ
$8,902
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COSCO
COSCO
tBOVKHY
Direct CarrierDirect
44d
shanghai
2026-08-29 Sat
buenos aires
2026-10-12 Mon
Cut-off 2026-08-27(3d left)|KOTA PAHLAWAN / 0046W
20GP
$8,925
40GP
$9,000
40HQ
$9,000
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HMM
HMM
t7JHT7Y
Direct CarrierTransship
51d
shanghai
2026-10-10 Sat
via rio grande Rio Grande
buenos aires
2026-11-30 Mon
Cut-off 2026-10-08|HYUNDAI FAITH / 120W
20GP
$8,730
40GP
$9,040
40HQ
$9,040
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OOCL
OOCL
tD3O5XX
Direct CarrierDirect
48d
shanghai
2026-08-27 Thu
buenos aires
2026-10-14 Wed
Cut-off 2026-08-24|KOTA PAHLAWAN / 0045W
20GP
$8,800
40GP
$9,100
40HQ
$9,100
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MSC
MSC
t93A058
Direct CarrierTransship
45d
shanghai
2026-09-01 Tue
via 中转·经桑托斯
buenos aires
2026-10-16 Fri
Cut-off 2026-08-28
20GP
$8,600
40GP
$9,200
40HQ
$9,200
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PIL
PIL
t616SE7
Direct CarrierTransship
39d
shanghai
2026-08-29 Sat
via 中转
buenos aires
2026-10-07 Wed
Cut-off 2026-08-26(2d left)
20GP
$8,800
40GP
$9,200
40HQ
$9,200
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EMC
EMC
tR5GSME
Direct CarrierDirect
39d
shanghai
2026-09-02 Wed
buenos aires
2026-10-11 Sun
Cut-off 2026-08-31|KOTA PAHLAWAN / 045W
20GP
$9,130
40GP
$8,855
40HQ
$9,255
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CMA
CMA
tIUJ6PC
Direct CarrierTransship
51d
shanghai
2026-09-02 Wed
via santos Santos
buenos aires
2026-10-23 Fri
Cut-off 2026-08-31|NORWALK / SE3040W19
20GP
$8,905
40GP
$9,265
40HQ
$9,265
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ONE
ONE
tFN9PLD
Direct CarrierTransship
30d
shanghai
2026-08-27 Thu
via rio de janeiro Rio De Janeiro
buenos aires
2026-09-26 Sat
Cut-off |YM MUTUALITY / 114W
20GP
$9,016
40GP
$9,316
40HQ
$9,316
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ZIM
ZIM
tAY37HB
Direct CarrierTransship
38d
shanghai
2026-09-18 Fri
via Rio Grande (RS)
buenos aires
2026-10-26 Mon
Cut-off |ZIM Wilmington / 28
20GP
$9,120
40GP
$9,320
40HQ
$9,320
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HPL
HPL
t2WNMRZ
Direct CarrierDirect
45d
shanghai
2026-08-25 Tue
buenos aires
2026-10-09 Fri
Cut-off |ESPIRITO SANTO EXPRESS / 2634W
20GP
$8,965
40GP
$9,465
40HQ
$9,465
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YML
YML
tEQCVYP
Direct CarrierTransship
38d
shanghai
2026-08-27 Thu
via rio de janeiro Rio De Janeiro
buenos aires
2026-10-04 Sun
Cut-off |YM MUTUALITY / 114W
20GP
$9,212
40GP
$9,517
40HQ
$9,517
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HPL
HPL
ae8XF93D
Direct CarrierDirect
46d
Yangshan
2026-09-21 Mon
buenos aires
2026-11-06 Fri
Cut-off 2026-09-19|SAN NICOLAS MAERSK / 639W
20GP
$9,530
40GP
$9,660
40HQ
$9,660
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MSC
MSC
aTCGBRW
Direct CarrierDirect
43d
Yangshan
2026-08-26 Wed
buenos aires
2026-10-08 Thu
Cut-off 2026-08-24
20GP
$7,930
40GP
$9,660
40HQ
$9,660
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ONE
ONE
aDRHEGF
Direct CarrierDirect
47d
Yangshan
2026-09-01 Tue
buenos aires
2026-10-18 Sun
Cut-off 2026-08-28|ESPIRITO SANTO EXPRESS / 2634W
20GP
$7,925
40GP
$9,660
40HQ
$9,660
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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.