Container Shipping Schedule & Transit Times to South Africa
UK to South Africa container shipping with weekly sailings and the fastest transit times for your International house move. Please see our South Africa container shipping schedule below for details of the next sailings from the UK.
Use our dedicated international container shipping service for large house moves to South Africa, or if you plan to travel light, see our shared container shipping services using our 'ShrinkFast' packing system designed just for small home removals.
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Container Shipping Schedules and Sailing Times for South Africa
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| Destination | Vessel Name | Last Moving Date to Meet Vessel | Sailing Date | Port to Port Transit Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Town | Catherine C | 01/05/2025 | 15/05/2025 | 42 |
| MSC Pantera | 08/05/2025 | 22/05/2025 | 42 | |
| MSC Rouen | 15/05/2025 | 29/05/2025 | 42 | |
| MSC Anchorage | 22/05/2025 | 05/06/2025 | 42 | |
| Durban | Catherine C | 01/05/2025 | 15/05/2025 | 28 |
| MSC Pantera | 08/05/2025 | 22/05/2025 | 28 | |
| MSC Rouen | 15/05/2025 | 29/05/2025 | 28 | |
| MSC Anchorage | 22/05/2025 | 05/06/2025 | 28 | |
| Port Elizabeth | Catherine C | 01/05/2025 | 15/05/2025 | 25 |
| MSC Pantera | 08/05/2025 | 22/05/2025 | 25 | |
| MSC Rouen | 15/05/2025 | 29/05/2025 | 25 | |
| MSC Anchorage | 22/05/2025 | 05/06/2025 | 25 |
FAQ: Your Questions Answered
How long does it take to ship a container to South Africa?
On average, it takes between 25 and 42 days to ship a container from the United Kingdom to South Africa, depending on your destination port.
Here are expected transit times to the main container shipping ports in South Africa:
| Port | Transit Time |
| Cape Town | 42 days |
| Durban | 28 days |
| Port Elizabeth | 25 days |
Our faster shipping means we can get your belongings shipped faster, potentially saving you weeks or even months of waiting when using a typical mover who has fill a container with other customers' goods before shipping. Fast track your move with 1st Move International!
Can I track my shipment to South Africa in real time?
Yes. Using our container tracking tool and the unique container number that we provide when you book, you can track your shipment to South Africa from the moment it leaves the United Kingdom.
Who can I contact for more information about container shipping or international removals to South Africa?
You can , give us a call on 0117 982 8123 or email us at info@shipit.co.uk.
Still have a question? Let us know! , give us a call or simply request a quote to learn more.
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We have been shipping to South Africa for over 25 years and we are members of the British Association of Removers and the British International Freight Association. We have helped ship countless families and individuals from the UK to South Africa.
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