Freight cost estimator
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Madagascar shipping cost calculator.
Estimate shipping costs from major origins to Toamasina. These are indicative rates based on published corridor data. For exact quotes with current surcharges, contact us directly.
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All corridors at a glance.
Indicative FCL 20ft rates from major origins to Toamasina. Contact us for current pricing.
| Origin | Port | FCL 20ft | Transit | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| china | Shanghai | $1,800–$3,200 | 22–27 days | CMA CGM Phoenix service via Singapore/Colombo |
| india | Nhava Sheva (JNPT) | $1,200–$2,200 | 15–22 days | Via Colombo transshipment |
| uae | Jebel Ali (Dubai) | $1,100–$2,000 | 13–15 days | MSC/CMA CGM weekly direct |
| south africa | Durban | $800–$1,500 | 5–7 days | PIL direct weekly — fastest corridor |
| europe | Marseille | $1,500–$2,800 | 18–24 days | CMA CGM direct from Marseille |
| usa | New York | $2,200–$4,000 | 25–35 days | Via Mediterranean transshipment |
| japan | Tokyo | $2,000–$3,500 | 28–38 days | Via Singapore transshipment |
| mauritius | Port Louis | $600–$1,100 | 2–4 days | Regional feeder, Mauritius Freeport staging |
Common questions
Shipping costs, answered.
- How are shipping costs to Madagascar calculated?
- Shipping costs depend on: origin port, destination port, container size (20ft/40ft for FCL), cargo volume (CBM for LCL), weight (kg for air), cargo type, and season. Total landed cost includes ocean freight, BSC filing ($150-300), customs clearance ($200-500), port handling ($100-300), and inland trucking ($300-600 per container).
- What is the cheapest shipping option to Madagascar?
- Sea freight FCL (Full Container Load) is the cheapest per-unit option for shipments over 15 CBM. LCL is more economical for smaller shipments under 15 CBM. Air freight is the most expensive but fastest. South Africa (Durban) offers the lowest rates with 5-7 day transit.
- How long does shipping take from China to Madagascar?
- Sea freight from Shanghai to Toamasina takes 22-27 days via CMA CGM Phoenix service with transshipment at Singapore or Colombo. Air freight takes 5-10 days via Dubai or Addis Ababa hubs.
- What are the hidden costs when shipping to Madagascar?
- Beyond the base freight rate, expect: BSC filing ($150-300), customs clearance fees ($200-500), port handling at Toamasina ($100-300), cargo insurance (0.3-0.5% of CIF), documentation fees ($50-150), inland trucking ($300-600), and potential demurrage/detention ($50-150/day).
- Can I get an exact shipping quote?
- The calculator provides estimates based on published corridor rates. For exact quotes reflecting current market conditions, seasonal surcharges, and specific cargo requirements, contact Ekutano at contact.ekutano@gmail.com or WhatsApp +261 34 20 640 03.