Freight Rates Malaysia to India | FCL Shipping & Transit Times
India's imports from Malaysia in 2024 were about US$12.4B. Direct sailings like Malaysia → India can be as low as 13–22 days. Get live prices, schedules and documents.
Total trade
US$12.4B
India imports from Malaysia, 2024 (UN Comtrade/DGCIS)
Two-way trade
US$19.8B
Two-way trade 2024/25
Typical transit
13–22 days
Direct services ~13–16d; Transshipment up to ~22d.
Port throughput
9.2M TEU
Malaysia's largest port Port Klang handles 9.2M+ TEU annually. Major transshipment hub in Southeast Asia.
Trade Snapshot: Malaysia → India
Updated: 2025-12-08
Top Commodities Traded (Malaysia → India)
From DGCI&S / analysis briefs & sector reports
Mineral Fuels & Oils (HS-27)
Palm oil, petroleum products, refined oils. Malaysia is second largest palm oil producer. US$5.2B (2024).
Electrical Machinery (HS-85)
Electronic components, semiconductors, electrical equipment. US$3.1B (2024).
Organic Chemicals (HS-29)
Chemical products, pharmaceutical intermediates. US$1.9B (2024).
Plastics & Polymers (HS-39)
Plastic resins, polymers, plastic articles. US$1.4B (2024).
Major Ports & Transit Benchmarks
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Origins (Malaysia):
Destinations (India):
Carriers:
| Port Pair | Service | Transit | Cut-off (typ.) | Free Days | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai → Nhava Sheva | Direct | 13–16 days | VGM D-2 / CY D-1 | 14–21 | |
| Ningbo → Mundra | Direct / T/S | 14–19 days | VGM D-2 / CY D-1 | 14–21 | |
| Shenzhen → Chennai | Transshipment | 17–22 days | VGM D-2 / CY D-1 | 7–14 | |
| Qingdao → Nhava Sheva | Direct | 15–18 days | VGM D-2 / CY D-1 | 14–21 |
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- Contract rates ↓ ~3–8% as tenor ↑.
- Each extra free day can ↑ all-in by ~USD 4–6.
- Peak windows: pre-CNY (Jan–Feb), back-to-school (Aug–Sep).
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