Hong Kong
United KingdomFreight rates from Hong Kong to London Gateway.
Ocean freight for 20GP, 40GP, 40HC from Hong Kong (HKHKG) to London Gateway (GBLGP), 41 to 52 days in transit. Prices as of 30 Oct 2026, with their source. Run a live search for a price you can book.
Live rates Hong Kong to London Gateway
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Container shipping cost Hong Kong to London Gateway
Ocean freight per container in USD. Carrier prices are port to port before local charges; live quotes keep the terms the provider quoted. Reference prices with date and source, not an offer.
| Container | Source | From | Median | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20GP | Carrier sailings | $2,377 | $2,890 | 8 sailings, updated 30 Oct 2026 |
| 40GP | Carrier sailings | $3,627 | $4,152 | 8 sailings, updated 30 Oct 2026 |
| 40HC | Carrier sailings | $3,627 | $4,152 | 8 sailings, updated 30 Oct 2026 |
Sources: published carrier prices on 8 sailings in Navo Freight Rates (updated 20 Oct 2026 to 30 Oct 2026). Page built 11 Nov 2026.
Cheapest upcoming sailings Hong Kong to London Gateway
Carrier list prices on scheduled departures. Space and the final price are confirmed when you book.
| Carrier | Departs | Arrives | Transit | 20GP | 40GP | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMA CGMCosco Malaysia · SEAS/NEWMO | 11 Nov 2026 | 26 Dec 2026 | 45 d · via | $2,377 | $3,627 | $3,627 |
| CMA CGMOocl San Francisco · DAH/FAL6/NEWMO | 12 Nov 2026 | 3 Jan 2027 | 52 d · via | $2,402 | $3,677 | $3,677 |
| CMA CGMCosco Shipping Rhine · SEAS/NEWMO | 18 Nov 2026 | 3 Jan 2027 | 46 d · via | $2,877 | $4,127 | $4,127 |
| CMA CGMCosco Shipping Rhine · SEAS/NEWMO | 20 Nov 2026 | 3 Jan 2027 | 44 d · via | $2,877 | $4,127 | $4,127 |
| CMA CGMEver Acme · FAL6/NEWMO | 17 Nov 2026 | 3 Jan 2027 | 47 d · via | $2,902 | $4,177 | $4,177 |
| CMA CGMEver Aria · FAL6/NEWMO | 23 Nov 2026 | 3 Jan 2027 | 41 d · via | $2,902 | $4,177 | $4,177 |
| CMA CGMCosco Shipping Danube · SEAS/NEWMO | 11 Nov 2026 | 26 Dec 2026 | 45 d · via | $3,377 | $4,727 | $4,727 |
| CMA CGMOocl San Francisco · DAH/FAL6/NEWMO | 11 Nov 2026 | 2 Jan 2027 | 52 d · via | $3,402 | $4,777 | $4,777 |
Shipping lines from Hong Kong to London Gateway
1 carrier with priced sailings or quotes on this lane, lowest price per container.
| Carrier | Sailings | Fastest | 20GP | 40GP | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMA CGM | 8 | 41 d | $2,377 | $3,627 | $3,627 |
Container shipping cost from Hong Kong to London Gateway
On Hong Kong to London Gateway the cheapest ocean freight we see is $2,377 for a 20GP, $3,627 for a 40GP and $3,627 for a 40HC.
The median 40ft price over 8 sailings is $4,152; the cheapest is $3,627 and the dearest $4,777. Compare sailings before you book, the gap is $1,150 per box.
Carrier prices are ocean freight, port to port, before origin and destination terminal handling, documentation, customs and any trucking.
Shipping from Hong Kong to London Gateway
8 sailings from Hong Kong to London Gateway carry a published price between 11 Nov 2026 and 23 Nov 2026.
Scheduled transit is 41 to 52 days port to port, with transhipment on the way.
Carrier on the lane: CMA CGM.
By sea Hong Kong to London Gateway is 9,744 nautical miles via Suez Canal, Bab-el-Mandeb, Strait of Malacca and Strait of Gibraltar, about 29.0 days of pure steaming at 14 knots. Liner services take longer because they call at other ports on the way.
Freight rates from Hong Kong to London Gateway: where the numbers come from
Prices come from Navo Rates: sailings with a published price, updated between 20 Oct 2026 and 30 Oct 2026. Each figure is a list price for one sailing, not an offer: availability and the final price are confirmed when you request a quote.
Prices on this page are a snapshot from 30 Oct 2026. A live search above checks today's rates for your box and date.
FAQ
How much does it cost to ship a container from Hong Kong to London Gateway?
The lowest price we hold for Hong Kong to London Gateway is $2,377 per 20GP, $3,627 per 40GP and $3,627 per 40HC. Carrier prices are port to port, before local charges. Prices change every week; run a live search for today's rates.
How long does shipping from Hong Kong to London Gateway take?
Carriers schedule 41 to 52 days port to port on this lane. The sea distance is 9,744 nm, about 29.0 days at 14 knots without port calls.
Which shipping lines sail from Hong Kong to London Gateway?
CMA CGM have priced sailings or quotes on this lane.
Can I book these freight rates?
No, they are reference prices from Navo Rates with their date. To book, run a live search or request a quote: the price you get there is confirmed by the carrier or forwarder.
What is included in the price?
Carrier prices cover ocean freight for one container, port to port. Terminal handling, documentation, customs clearance, inland transport and insurance are extra unless a live quote says it includes them.
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All lanes: freight rates by origin country. Distance and transit: Hong Kong to London Gateway shipping route. Other references: Shipping Routes Directory, Carrier Directory.