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United StatesFreight rates from Qingdao to Houston.
Ocean freight for 20GP, 40GP, 40HC from Qingdao (CNTAO) to Houston (USHOU), 22 to 61 days in transit. Prices as of 7 Nov 2026, with their source. Run a live search for a price you can book.
Live rates Qingdao to Houston
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Container shipping cost Qingdao to Houston
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 | $9,367 | $9,977 | 85 sailings, updated 7 Nov 2026 |
| 40GP | Carrier sailings | $11,794 | $12,038 | 77 sailings, updated 7 Nov 2026 |
| 40HC | Carrier sailings | $11,794 | $12,413 | 84 sailings, updated 7 Nov 2026 |
Sources: published carrier prices on 85 sailings in Navo Freight Rates (updated 2 Oct 2026 to 7 Nov 2026). Page built 11 Nov 2026.
Cheapest upcoming sailings Qingdao to Houston
Carrier list prices on scheduled departures. Space and the final price are confirmed when you book.
| Carrier | Departs | Arrives | Transit | 20GP | 40GP | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hapag-LloydMaersk El Palomar · SE4 | 14 Nov 2026 | 22 Dec 2026 | 37 d · via | $9,420 | n/a | n/a |
| Hapag-LloydGerda Maersk · WC2 | 12 Nov 2026 | 22 Dec 2026 | 40 d · via | $9,367 | $11,944 | $11,794 |
| Hapag-LloydSeaspan Zambezi · TPM | 16 Nov 2026 | 22 Dec 2026 | 36 d · via | $9,420 | n/a | $11,794 |
| Hapag-LloydGustav Maersk · WC2 | 19 Nov 2026 | 29 Dec 2026 | 40 d · via | $9,420 | $11,794 | $11,794 |
| Hapag-LloydAne Maersk · SE4 | 21 Nov 2026 | 29 Dec 2026 | 38 d · via | $9,420 | n/a | $11,794 |
| Hapag-LloydGudrun Maersk · WC2 | 26 Nov 2026 | 5 Jan 2027 | 40 d · via | $9,420 | $11,944 | $11,794 |
| Hapag-LloydPosorja Express · TPM | 27 Nov 2026 | 5 Jan 2027 | 38 d · via | $9,420 | $11,944 | $11,794 |
| Hapag-LloydBeijing Maersk · SE4 | 3 Dec 2026 | 12 Jan 2027 | 39 d · via | $9,420 | n/a | $11,794 |
Shipping lines from Qingdao to Houston
6 carriers with priced sailings or quotes on this lane, lowest price per container.
Container shipping cost from Qingdao to Houston
On Qingdao to Houston the cheapest ocean freight we see is $9,367 for a 20GP, $11,794 for a 40GP and $11,794 for a 40HC.
The median 40ft price over 84 sailings is $12,413; the cheapest is $11,794 and the dearest $14,375. Compare sailings before you book, the gap is $2,581 per box.
Carrier prices are ocean freight, port to port, before origin and destination terminal handling, documentation, customs and any trucking.
Shipping from Qingdao to Houston
85 sailings from Qingdao to Houston carry a published price between 11 Nov 2026 and 10 Dec 2026.
Scheduled transit is 22 to 61 days port to port; 3 of the 85 sailings are direct, the rest tranship.
Carriers on the lane: ZIM, Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM, COSCO, Evergreen and ONE.
By sea Qingdao to Houston is 10,218 nautical miles via Panama Canal, about 30.4 days of pure steaming at 14 knots. Liner services take longer because they call at other ports on the way.
Freight rates from Qingdao to Houston: where the numbers come from
Prices come from Navo Rates: sailings with a published price, updated between 2 Oct 2026 and 7 Nov 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 7 Nov 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 Qingdao to Houston?
The lowest price we hold for Qingdao to Houston is $9,367 per 20GP, $11,794 per 40GP and $11,794 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 Qingdao to Houston take?
Carriers schedule 22 to 61 days port to port on this lane. The sea distance is 10,218 nm, about 30.4 days at 14 knots without port calls.
Which shipping lines sail from Qingdao to Houston?
ZIM, Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM, COSCO, Evergreen and ONE 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: Qingdao to Houston shipping route. Other references: Shipping Routes Directory, Carrier Directory.