FCL Ocean Freight from shanghai to cape town

POL
Shanghai
POD
Cape Town
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HPL
HPL
tAE0VBS
Direct CarrierTransship
35d
shanghai
2026-09-14 Mon
via singapore Singapore
cape town
2026-10-19 Mon
Cut-off 2026-09-14|MOL EXPERIENCE / 107W
20GP
$3,200
40GP
$3,200
40HQ
$3,200
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MSC
MSC
tJXWNO5
Direct CarrierDirect
shanghai
2026-09-07 Mon
cape town
Cut-off
20GP
$3,150
40GP
$3,500
40HQ
$3,500
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OOCL
OOCL
t4CXQCO
Direct CarrierDirect
32d
shanghai
2026-09-03 Thu
cape town
2026-10-05 Mon
Cut-off |SUNNY PHOENIX / 76W
20GP
$3,225
40GP
$3,950
40HQ
$3,950
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COSCO
COSCO
t6A1KHZ
Direct CarrierDirect
31d
shanghai
2026-09-04 Fri
cape town
2026-10-05 Mon
Cut-off 2026-09-03(1d left)|SUNNY PHOENIX / 76W
20GP
$3,645
40GP
$4,040
40HQ
$4,040
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CMA
CMA
aVTTHZK
Direct CarrierTransship
36d
Waigaoqiao
2026-09-13 Sun
via port louis Port Louis
cape town
2026-10-19 Mon
Cut-off 2026-09-12|MAERSK STOCKHOLM / SK2020W19
20GP
$3,050
40GP
$3,675
40HQ
$3,675
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ONE
ONE
a0NVNCM
Direct CarrierTransship
9d
Waigaoqiao
2026-09-15 Tue
via singapore Singapore
cape town
2026-09-24 Thu
Cut-off 2026-09-13|COSCO IZMIR / 090W
20GP
$2,740
40GP
$3,675
40HQ
$3,675
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EMC
EMC
aL2WQ15
Direct CarrierDirect
27d
Waigaoqiao
2026-09-24 Thu
cape town
2026-10-21 Wed
Cut-off 2026-09-23|EVER UNICORN / 183W
20GP
$2,740
40GP
$3,675
40HQ
$3,675
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MSK
MSK
a5HXSPO
Direct CarrierTransship
32d
Waigaoqiao
2026-09-03 Thu
cape town
2026-10-05 Mon
Cut-off 2026-09-03(1d left)|CEZANNE / 634S
20GP
$3,500
40GP
$3,505
40HQ
$3,675
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ONE
ONE
aKI4F4C
Direct CarrierTransship
9d
Yangshan
2026-09-15 Tue
via singapore Singapore
cape town
2026-09-24 Thu
Cut-off 2026-09-13|COSCO IZMIR / 090W
20GP
$2,880
40GP
$3,860
40HQ
$3,860
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EMC
EMC
a4X5HSV
Direct CarrierDirect
27d
Yangshan
2026-09-24 Thu
cape town
2026-10-21 Wed
Cut-off 2026-09-23|EVER UNICORN / 183W
20GP
$2,880
40GP
$3,860
40HQ
$3,860
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CMA
CMA
aFO29RA
Direct CarrierTransship
36d
Yangshan
2026-09-13 Sun
via port louis Port Louis
cape town
2026-10-19 Mon
Cut-off 2026-09-12|MAERSK STOCKHOLM / SK2020W19
20GP
$3,360
40GP
$4,050
40HQ
$4,050
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MSK
MSK
aPC6KHE
Direct CarrierTransship
32d
Yangshan
2026-09-03 Thu
cape town
2026-10-05 Mon
Cut-off 2026-09-03(1d left)|CEZANNE / 634S
20GP
$3,855
40GP
$3,860
40HQ
$4,050
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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.