FCL Ocean Freight from shanghai to istanbul

POL
Shanghai
POD
Istanbul
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MSC
MSC
t1WNQEV
Direct CarrierTransship
45d
shanghai
2026-08-22 Sat
via 地东/黑海线
istanbul
2026-10-06 Tue
Cut-off
20GP
$4,000
40GP
$5,300
40HQ
$5,300
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EMC
EMC
tE319GZ
Direct CarrierTransship
47d
shanghai
2026-08-26 Wed
via piraeus Piraeus
istanbul
2026-10-12 Mon
Cut-off 2026-08-24(2d left)|OOCL HONG KONG / 040W
20GP
$4,654
40GP
$6,308
40HQ
$6,308
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HPL
HPL
tXBJV40
Direct CarrierTransship
41d
shanghai
2026-09-01 Tue
via tanjung pelepas Tanjung Pelepas
istanbul
2026-10-12 Mon
Cut-off |ANTONIA MAERSK / 635W
20GP
$4,375
40GP
$6,450
40HQ
$6,450
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WHL
WHL
t73Q0C8
Direct CarrierDirect
33d
shanghai
2026-08-28 Fri
istanbul
2026-09-30 Wed
Cut-off
20GP
$6,100
40GP
$7,300
40HQ
$7,300
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ONE
ONE
aeF9QQFB
Direct CarrierDirect
50d
Waigaoqiao
2026-08-27 Thu
istanbul
2026-10-16 Fri
Cut-off 2026-08-24(2d left)|YM WISDOM / 027W
20GP
$4,515
40GP
$6,645
40HQ
$6,645
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ONE
ONE
aeB0KU7D
Direct CarrierDirect
50d
Yangshan
2026-08-27 Thu
istanbul
2026-10-16 Fri
Cut-off 2026-08-24(2d left)|YM WISDOM / 027W
20GP
$4,515
40GP
$6,645
40HQ
$6,645
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YML
YML
aGVQUIH
Direct CarrierDirect
45d
Waigaoqiao
2026-09-06 Sun
istanbul
2026-10-21 Wed
Cut-off 2026-09-03|MSC ZOE / GT634W
20GP
$4,315
40GP
$6,670
40HQ
$6,670
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YML
YML
aBGWE8M
Direct CarrierDirect
57d
Yangshan
2026-09-10 Thu
istanbul
2026-11-06 Fri
Cut-off 2026-09-10|YM WHOLESOME / 049W
20GP
$4,315
40GP
$6,670
40HQ
$6,670
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YML
YML
ae0IV5BJ
Direct CarrierDirect
45d
shanghai
2026-09-06 Sun
istanbul
2026-10-21 Wed
Cut-off 2026-09-03|MSC ZOE / GT634W
20GP
$4,320
40GP
$6,670
40HQ
$6,670
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CUL
CUL
aZIXUD2
Direct CarrierDirect
48d
Waigaoqiao
2026-08-26 Wed
istanbul
2026-10-13 Tue
Cut-off 2026-08-25(3d left)
20GP
$5,195
40GP
$6,550
40HQ
$6,825
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CUL
CUL
a2J2E8H
Direct CarrierDirect
48d
shanghai
2026-08-26 Wed
istanbul
2026-10-13 Tue
Cut-off 2026-08-25(3d left)
20GP
$5,195
40GP
$6,550
40HQ
$6,825
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CUL
CUL
a1SS3II
Direct CarrierDirect
38d
Yangshan
2026-08-26 Wed
istanbul
2026-10-03 Sat
Cut-off 2026-08-25(3d left)
20GP
$5,195
40GP
$6,550
40HQ
$6,825
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MSC
MSC
aRMNMGW
Direct CarrierDirect
49d
Waigaoqiao
2026-08-27 Thu
istanbul
2026-10-15 Thu
Cut-off 2026-08-25(3d left)
20GP
$5,155
40GP
$7,250
40HQ
$7,250
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MSC
MSC
aM7T671
Direct CarrierDirect
49d
Yangshan
2026-08-27 Thu
istanbul
2026-10-15 Thu
Cut-off 2026-08-25(3d left)
20GP
$5,155
40GP
$7,250
40HQ
$7,250
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EMC
EMC
aWGPRTY
Direct CarrierDirect
49d
Waigaoqiao
2026-08-28 Fri
istanbul
2026-10-16 Fri
Cut-off 2026-08-25(3d left)|COSCO SHIPPING SAKURA / 036W
20GP
$5,185
40GP
$7,745
40HQ
$7,745
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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.