FCL Ocean Freight from Shekou to Houston

POL
Shekou
POD
Houston
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YML
YML
M1WBFG2
Direct CarrierDirect
38d
yantian
2026-09-10 Thu
houston,tx
2026-10-18 Sun
Cut-off |CONTI CORTESIA / 014E
20GP
$6,650
40GP
$8,200
40HQ
$8,200
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MSC
MSC
t0TZ7EV
Direct CarrierTransship
23d
yantian
2026-09-13 Sun
via 1
houston,tx
2026-10-06 Tue
Cut-off 2026-09-11(3d left)
20GP
$8,005
40GP
$9,980
40HQ
$9,980
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ONE
ONE
tTTVUE3
Direct CarrierTransship
21d
yantian
2026-09-08 Tue
via long beach,ca Long Beach,ca
houston,tx
2026-09-29 Tue
Cut-off 2026-09-08|ONE ORPHEUS / 078E
20GP
$8,670
40GP
$10,170
40HQ
$10,170
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OOCL
OOCL
tC3S7T4
Direct CarrierDirect
24d
yantian
2026-09-15 Tue
houston,tx
2026-10-09 Fri
Cut-off 2026-09-13
20GP
$9,260
40GP
$10,430
40HQ
$10,430
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EMC
EMC
tQLYNWA
Direct CarrierTransship
14d
yantian
2026-09-15 Tue
via yantian Yantian
houston,tx
2026-09-29 Tue
Cut-off 2026-09-12|EVER MILD / 1471-012E
20GP
$9,555
40GP
$10,615
40HQ
$10,615
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EMC
EMC
t60IIHS
Direct CarrierTransship
14d
shekou
2026-09-15 Tue
via yantian Yantian
houston,tx
2026-09-29 Tue
Cut-off 2026-09-12|EVER MILD / 1471-012E
20GP
$9,690
40GP
$10,765
40HQ
$10,765
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HPL
HPL
tB6U1CS
Direct CarrierDirect
27d
yantian
2026-09-24 Thu
houston,tx
2026-10-21 Wed
Cut-off 2026-09-22|SEASPAN AMAZON / 637E
20GP
$9,005
40GP
$11,225
40HQ
$11,225
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YML
YML
tJCAK0G
Direct CarrierDirect
38d
chiwan
2026-09-10 Thu
houston,tx
2026-10-18 Sun
Cut-off |CONTI CORTESIA / 014E
20GP
$10,230
40GP
$11,370
40HQ
$11,370
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ZIM
ZIM
tES9EPK
Direct CarrierTransship
20d
yantian
2026-09-10 Thu
via 中转·经上海港
houston,tx
2026-09-30 Wed
Cut-off 2026-09-08
20GP
$9,455
40GP
$11,460
40HQ
$11,460
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HMM
HMM
tXLLRPY
Direct CarrierTransship
30d
yantian
2026-09-23 Wed
houston,tx
2026-10-23 Fri
Cut-off 2026-09-20|YM WELLBEING / 038E
20GP
$10,550
40GP
$11,710
40HQ
$11,710
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OOCL
OOCL
tV9LQJD
Direct CarrierDirect
32d
shekou
2026-09-12 Sat
houston,tx
2026-10-14 Wed
Cut-off 2026-09-11(3d left)
20GP
$9,520
40GP
$11,800
40HQ
$11,800
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CMA
CMA
tVTUAAN
Direct CarrierDirect
27d
yantian
2026-09-13 Sun
houston,tx
2026-10-10 Sat
Cut-off 2026-09-10(2d left)
20GP
$10,675
40GP
$11,850
40HQ
$11,850
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COSCO
COSCO
tL9K18X
Direct CarrierTransship
26d
yantian
2026-09-13 Sun
via 中转·经长滩
houston,tx
2026-10-09 Fri
Cut-off 2026-09-11(3d left)
20GP
$12,120
40GP
$12,270
40HQ
$12,270
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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.