FCL Ocean Freight from Waigaoqiao to Houston

POL
Waigaoqiao
POD
Houston
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YML
YML
tEJK9OY
Direct CarrierTransship
20d
shanghai
2026-09-27 Sun
via los angeles,ca Los Angeles,ca
houston,tx
2026-10-17 Sat
Cut-off |HMM DIAMOND / 012E
20GP
$7,092
40GP
$9,022
40HQ
$9,022
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HMM
HMM
tC0JDQT
Direct CarrierTransship
29d
shanghai
2026-10-01 Thu
houston,tx
2026-10-30 Fri
Cut-off 2026-09-28(1d left)|HMM DIAMOND / 012E
20GP
$10,060
40GP
$11,840
40HQ
$11,840
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OOCL
OOCL
tBEKUVM
Direct CarrierDirect
27d
shanghai
2026-10-04 Sun
houston,tx
2026-10-31 Sat
Cut-off |EVER LAUREL / 1241080E
20GP
$9,720
40GP
$12,040
40HQ
$12,040
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MSC
MSC
tUTFHK3
Direct CarrierDirect
27d
shanghai
2026-10-03 Sat
houston,tx
2026-10-30 Fri
Cut-off |MSC JUBILEE IX / GN638E
20GP
$9,780
40GP
$12,320
40HQ
$12,320
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CMA
CMA
tH7GCM7
Direct CarrierTransship
37d
shanghai
2026-09-29 Tue
via 中转·经釜山
houston,tx
2026-11-05 Thu
Cut-off
20GP
$10,650
40GP
$12,790
40HQ
$12,790
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HMM
HMM
a2SGLGL
Direct CarrierTransship
36d
Waigaoqiao
2026-10-11 Sun
via busan Busan
houston,tx
2026-11-16 Mon
Cut-off 2026-09-30(3d left)|EVER LUCKY / JLKY0085E
20GP
$9,335
40GP
$11,195
40HQ
$11,085
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MSK
MSK
aN7HO54
Direct CarrierDirect
36d
Waigaoqiao
2026-10-02 Fri
houston,tx
2026-11-07 Sat
Cut-off 2026-09-28(1d left)
20GP
$9,480
40GP
$11,370
40HQ
$11,260
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MSK
MSK
a27OAJS
Direct CarrierDirect
36d
Yangshan
2026-10-02 Fri
houston,tx
2026-11-07 Sat
Cut-off 2026-09-28(1d left)
20GP
$6,425
40GP
$12,250
40HQ
$12,250
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HMM
HMM
aHSN7V9
Direct CarrierTransship
36d
Yangshan
2026-10-11 Sun
via busan Busan
houston,tx
2026-11-16 Mon
Cut-off 2026-09-30(3d left)|EVER LUCKY / JLKY0085E
20GP
$6,425
40GP
$12,250
40HQ
$12,250
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CMA
CMA
aeCYL2I7
Direct CarrierDirect
36d
Yangshan
2026-09-29 Tue
houston,tx
2026-11-04 Wed
Cut-off 2026-09-27
20GP
$10,295
40GP
$12,305
40HQ
$12,305
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CMA
CMA
aeXYEG3J
Direct CarrierDirect
36d
Waigaoqiao
2026-09-29 Tue
houston,tx
2026-11-04 Wed
Cut-off 2026-09-27
20GP
$10,390
40GP
$12,460
40HQ
$12,335
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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

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