Key Points
- Jakarta has a direct option (SITC Wednesday direct) with about 16 days transit.
- Surabaya, Semarang and others go via Qingdao or feeder transshipment, covering main Indonesian ports.
- SITC, MCC and other carrier resources — direct or transshipment chosen by timing and cost.
1. Main Indonesia ports and routing
Indonesia exports mainly involve Jakarta, Surabaya, Semarang and Belawan. Jakarta is the main market with a direct option; other ports mostly go via Qingdao or feeder transshipment. The routing depends on the consignee area, timing and cost.
- Jakarta: SITC Wednesday direct, about 16 days.
- Surabaya: Qingdao or feeder transshipment, about 19 days.
- Semarang: Qingdao transshipment, about 24 days.
2. Other ports and coverage
Beyond the main ports, Indonesia also covers Belawan, Tarakan, Makassar and Batam, mostly via Qingdao or feeder transshipment, with some ports needing separate space confirmation. Wide port coverage — choose based on the consignee island and region.
- Belawan: Qingdao transshipment, about 28 days.
- Tarakan, Makassar, Batam: via feeder transshipment, some space confirmed separately.
3. Direct or transshipment — how to choose
Jakarta has direct sailings with more stable transit, suitable for time-sensitive cargo; Surabaya, Semarang and others go via Qingdao or feeder transshipment with wider schedule choice. SITC, MCC and other carriers can all be arranged — confirm the best option based on ready date and destination.
4. Destination charges and free time
Destination charges and demurrage free time vary across Indonesian ports; 14 days free time is common at destination, and some small containers have overweight charges. Confirm destination charges and free time together when requesting a quote rather than looking at origin price alone.
FAQ
Is there a direct service from Lianyungang to Jakarta?
Yes, Jakarta has a direct option (for example SITC Wednesday direct) with about 16 days transit; actual sailings may vary.
How do Surabaya and Semarang route?
Surabaya is mostly via Qingdao or feeder transshipment about 19 days; Semarang via Qingdao transshipment about 24 days. SITC, MCC and other carriers can arrange it.