FCL Ocean Freight from Shanghai to Southampton

POL
Shanghai
POD
Southampton
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YML
tPE64WS
Direct CarrierDirect
39d
shanghai
2026-09-08 Tue
southampton
2026-10-17 Sat
Cut-off |HMM PRIDE / 056W
20GP
$2,740
40GP
$3,845
40HQ
$3,845
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ONE
ONE
t073DUD
Direct CarrierDirect
34d
Yangshan
2026-09-13 Sun
southampton
2026-10-17 Sat
Cut-off 2026-09-11|HMM PRIDE / 056W
20GP
$2,730
40GP
$4,160
40HQ
$4,160
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YML
YML
tICGEZ7
Direct CarrierDirect
39d
Yangshan
2026-09-08 Tue
southampton
2026-10-17 Sat
Cut-off |HMM PRIDE / 056W
20GP
$2,700
40GP
$4,200
40HQ
$4,200
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OOCL
OOCL
t978COX
Direct CarrierDirect
40d
Yangshan
2026-09-10 Thu
southampton
2026-10-20 Tue
Cut-off 2026-09-07|CMA CGM LOUIS BLERIOT / 0FLMVW
20GP
$2,725
40GP
$4,250
40HQ
$4,250
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EMC
EMC
tVD18HB
Direct CarrierDirect
39d
Yangshan
2026-09-17 Thu
southampton
2026-10-26 Mon
Cut-off 2026-09-15|APL TEMASEK / 0FLMZW1MA
20GP
$2,700
40GP
$4,250
40HQ
$4,250
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MSC
MSC
tB7FLLV
Direct CarrierDirect
32d
shanghai
2026-09-28 Mon
southampton
2026-10-30 Fri
Cut-off 2026-09-18|ONE MILANO / 033W
20GP
$2,820
40GP
$4,340
40HQ
$4,340
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ONE
ONE
t9F72OD
Direct CarrierTransship
3d
shanghai
2026-09-12 Sat
via PUSAN
southampton
2026-09-15 Tue
Cut-off |ONE TREASURE / 029W
20GP
$2,720
40GP
$4,358
40HQ
$4,358
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MSC
MSC
tFS2B5U
Direct CarrierDirect
36d
Yangshan
2026-10-06 Tue
southampton
2026-11-11 Wed
Cut-off 2026-09-25|ONE FORWARD / 011W
20GP
$2,875
40GP
$4,390
40HQ
$4,390
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EMC
EMC
tHFUJHO
Direct CarrierDirect
39d
shanghai
2026-09-17 Thu
southampton
2026-10-26 Mon
Cut-off 2026-09-15|APL TEMASEK / 0FLMZW1MA
20GP
$2,790
40GP
$4,395
40HQ
$4,395
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HMM
HMM
tDAOOOA
Direct CarrierDirect
33d
shanghai
2026-09-16 Wed
southampton
2026-10-19 Mon
Cut-off 2026-09-14|HMM PRIDE / 056W
20GP
$2,790
40GP
$4,425
40HQ
$4,425
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COSCO
COSCO
tOS7A0E
Direct CarrierDirect
41d
Yangshan
2026-09-09 Wed
southampton
2026-10-20 Tue
Cut-off 2026-09-08(1d left)|EVER GENTLE / 0829-029W
20GP
$3,025
40GP
$4,550
40HQ
$4,550
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OOCL
OOCL
t5OQAQQ
Direct CarrierDirect
40d
shanghai
2026-09-10 Thu
southampton
2026-10-20 Tue
Cut-off |CMA CGM LOUIS BLERIOT / 0FLMVW
20GP
$2,850
40GP
$4,600
40HQ
$4,600
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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.