How long does ocean shipping from Shekou to New York take?

Direct port-to-port transit on this lane typically takes 38 to 40 days, based on 160 recorded voyages.

How many sailings per week are there from Shekou to New York?

Roughly 2.8 sailings per week departed over the past four weeks (physical vessels, all carriers combined).

Which carriers serve the Shekou to New York route?

2 carriers currently market this lane, including Hapag-Lloyd, Wan Hai.

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Shekou to New York — Ocean Freight Schedule & Transit Time

Connecting southern China's busy Shekou terminal directly to the Port of New York and New Jersey, this trans-Pacific service is operated by Hapag-Lloyd and Wan Hai on a port-to-port basis with no intermediate stops. Importers researching Shekou to New York transit time can plan around approximately 38 to 40 days from departure to arrival. Despite the longer sailing distance relative to West Coast options, this all-water route remains a practical choice for U.S. importers looking to bypass inland rail legs and deliver cargo directly to the Northeast.

Data last updated: 2026-07-09 — refreshed with every new schedule batch.

38–40 daysTypical transit (P25–P75)

~2.8/weekSailings, last 4 weeks

2Active route products (90 days)

2Carriers

11439 nmSea-route distance

Supply & Demand snapshot

Deployed capacity Shrinking — avg ~17,004 TEU/week planned ahead vs ~25,627 over the past 6 weeks (-34%)

Space utilization Space open · 82% of measured capacity in use (week of 2026-07-06)

Port performance Shekou (POL) 1.3 days avg stay Normal · New York (POD) 1.0 day avg stay · limited sample

Carriers on this lane

Hapag-Lloyd · Wan Hai

Frequently asked questions

How long does ocean shipping from Shekou to New York take?: Direct port-to-port transit on this lane typically takes 38 to 40 days, based on 160 recorded voyages.
How many sailings per week are there from Shekou to New York?: Roughly 2.8 sailings per week departed over the past four weeks (physical vessels, all carriers combined).
Which carriers serve the Shekou to New York route?: 2 carriers currently market this lane, including Hapag-Lloyd, Wan Hai.

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Figures are indicative estimates with partial coverage, for reference only, not carrier-confirmed. Coverage: East & Southeast Asia → United States, direct port-to-port services. For live FCL/LCL quotes, contact an ETDETA sales specialist.