China
South AfricaFreight rates from Yantian to Durban.
FCL, LCL and air freight. Containers: 20GP, 40GP, 40HC from Yantian (CNYTN) to Durban (ZADUR), 27 to 41 days in transit. Prices as of 28 Oct 2026, with their source. Run a live search for a price you can book.
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Container shipping cost Yantian to Durban
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 | Navo Rates | $5,099 | $5,599 | 6 sailings, updated 28 Oct 2026 |
| 40GP | Navo Rates | $7,749 | $8,749 | 6 sailings, updated 28 Oct 2026 |
| 40HC | Navo Rates | $7,749 | $8,749 | 6 sailings, updated 28 Oct 2026 |
Source: Navo Rates, 6 priced sailings updated 17 Oct 2026 to 28 Oct 2026. Page built 11 Nov 2026.
Freight rates from Yantian to Durban by shipping type
Lowest price we hold on this lane, in USD. Source: Navo Rates. Reference prices, not an offer: run a live search for a price you can book.
Other shipping types
- FTLFull truck load
- LTLLess than truck load
- BulkDry bulk and break bulk
- RoRoVehicles and rolling cargo
- Rail freightContainers and wagons by rail
Estimates: Navo Rates formula from comparable lanes, distance and fuel prices (VLSFO $816.5 per tonne, 2026-11-11), USD. Indicative, not bookable: request a rate on Navo Mesh or run a live search.
Road, bulk, RoRo and rail prices depend on cargo, weight and dates: open a live search or request rates on Navo Mesh below.
Cheapest upcoming sailings Yantian to Durban
Carrier list prices on scheduled departures. Space and the final price are confirmed when you book.
| Carrier | Departs | Arrives | Transit | 20GP | 40GP | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 CMA CGMCma Cgm Zheng He · FAL/NWAX3/SHAKA2 | 14 Nov 2026 | 19 Dec 2026 | 35 d · via | $5,099 | $7,749 | $7,749 |
| CMA CGMApl Singapura · FAL/NWAX3/SHAKA2 | 22 Nov 2026 | 19 Dec 2026 | 27 d · via | $5,099 | $7,749 | $7,749 |
| CMA CGMApl Fullerton · FAL/NWAX3/SHAKA2 | 29 Nov 2026 | 26 Dec 2026 | 27 d · via | $5,099 | $7,749 | $7,749 |
| CMA CGMCma Cgm Zheng He · FAL/MOZEX/SHAKA2 | 17 Nov 2026 | 28 Dec 2026 | 41 d · via | $6,099 | $9,749 | $9,749 |
| CMA CGMApl Singapura · FAL/MOZEX/SHAKA2 | 25 Nov 2026 | 28 Dec 2026 | 33 d · via | $6,099 | $9,749 | $9,749 |
| CMA CGMCma Cgm Mimet · FAL/MOZEX/SHAKA2 | 29 Nov 2026 | 28 Dec 2026 | 29 d · via | $6,099 | $9,749 | $9,749 |
Shipping lines from Yantian to Durban
1 carrier with priced sailings or quotes on this lane, lowest price per container.
| Carrier | Sailings | Fastest | 20GP | 40GP | 40HC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMA CGM | 6 | 27 d | $5,099 | $7,749 | $7,749 |
Container shipping cost from Yantian to Durban
Shipping a container from Yantian to Durban starts at $5,099 for a 20GP, $7,749 for a 40GP and $7,749 for a 40HC in the prices we hold for this lane.
The median 40ft price over 6 sailings is $8,749; the cheapest is $7,749 and the dearest $9,749. Compare sailings before you book, the gap is $2,000 per box.
Carrier prices are ocean freight, port to port, before origin and destination terminal handling, documentation, customs and any trucking.
Shipping from Yantian to Durban
6 sailings from Yantian to Durban carry a published price between 14 Nov 2026 and 29 Nov 2026.
Scheduled transit is 27 to 41 days port to port, with transhipment on the way.
Carrier on the lane: CMA CGM.
By sea Yantian to Durban is 6,292 nautical miles via Sunda Strait, about 18.7 days of pure steaming at 14 knots. Liner services take longer because they call at other ports on the way.
Freight rates from Yantian to Durban: where the numbers come from
Prices come from Navo Rates: sailings with a published price, updated between 17 Oct 2026 and 28 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 28 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 Yantian to Durban?
The lowest price we hold for Yantian to Durban is $5,099 per 20GP, $7,749 per 40GP and $7,749 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 Yantian to Durban take?
Carriers schedule 27 to 41 days port to port on this lane. The sea distance is 6,292 nm, about 18.7 days at 14 knots without port calls.
Which shipping lines sail from Yantian to Durban?
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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