How much does a container from China to Saudi Arabia cost?
A 20ft container from China to Jeddah or Dammam costs about $1,300–2,600 and a 40ft $1,800–3,500 port-to-port in 2026, depending on season and carrier. Add destination charges, customs duty (mostly 5% of CIF) and 15% VAT for the full landed cost. Transit takes 18–35 days.
Peak seasons — pre-Ramadan and Q4 — push rates to the top of the range. Always compare all-in landed quotes rather than bare ocean rates.