Port of Dalian (CNDAL): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Dalian (UN/LOCODE CNDAL) is a large coastal (breakwater) harbor located in China, on the Yellow Sea. It sits at 38.9167° N, 121.6667° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 17.1 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Coastal (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Yellow Sea; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- China Continued
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Dalian
Where is Port of Dalian located?
Port of Dalian is a seaport located in China, on the Yellow Sea. Its coordinates are 38.9167° N, 121.6667° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Dalian?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Dalian is CNDAL — country code CN, location code DAL.
How deep is Port of Dalian?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Dalian has a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 17.1 m.
Does Port of Dalian require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Dalian.
What type of harbor is Port of Dalian?
Port of Dalian is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of large size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Dalian have?
Port of Dalian is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Dalian are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #60250), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →