Alfaris International Shipping is a shipping company from Jeddah to the UAE covering the longest road route between the Kingdom and the UAE โ about 2,000 km from Jeddah to Dubai via Riyadh and the Al Batha border, in 3โ5 days โ alongside sea freight from Jeddah Islamic Port to Jebel Ali for commercial containers and air freight for urgent items. We ship cars, equipment, furniture and cartons, with prices from SAR 135 for a carton, SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set or studio, SAR 1,290 for a car and SAR 2,550 for a 20 ft container by sea. Book on 0565967337.
Jeddah โ Riyadh (about 950 km) โ Al Batha border (about 1,500 km from Jeddah) โ Al Ghuwaifat โ Abu Dhabi โ Dubai (about 2,000 km) ยท road 3โ5 days ยท sea 7โ12 days ยท air 24โ48 hours ยท 0565967337
Three ways from Jeddah to the UAE
- Road: about 2,000 km to Dubai, 3โ5 days, for furniture, cars, cartons and goods.
- Sea: Jeddah Islamic Port to Jebel Ali, 7โ12 days, for commercial containers from SAR 2,550.
- Air: from King Abdulaziz Airport, 24โ48 hours, from SAR 45 per kg.
- Cartons: from SAR 135 up to 10 kg and SAR 13.5 per kg over 20 kg.
- Furniture: studio SAR 1,090, apartment SAR 2,275, villa SAR 4,990.
- Cars: SAR 1,290 shared, SAR 2,050 private flatbed, SAR 4,150 enclosed.
- Equipment: hotel, restaurant and factory equipment priced after the free survey.
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Route details and transit time from Jeddah to the UAE
Jeddah is on the Red Sea and the UAE on the Arabian Gulf, with the whole width of the peninsula in between. That makes the road route from Jeddah the longest of any Saudi city: the truck drives about 950 km east to Riyadh, then about 550 km to Al Batha, then about 500 km from Al Ghuwaifat to Dubai. It usually passes a consolidation point in Riyadh, where shared shipments join the regular UAE departures.
| Section | Approx. distance | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Jeddah to Riyadh | about 950 km | JeddahโMakkahโRiyadh highway |
| Riyadh to Al Batha | about 550 km | Via the Haradh road |
| Al Ghuwaifat to Abu Dhabi | about 350 km | The first major UAE city |
| Abu Dhabi to Dubai | about 150 km | Sheikh Zayed Road |
| Total JeddahโDubai | about 2,000 km | 3โ5 days by road |
| Mode | Transit from Jeddah | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared road freight | 3โ5 days | SAR 13.5 per kg | Cartons, furniture and part-loads |
| Private truck | 2โ4 days | SAR 3,690 | Large homes and fixed dates |
| Car carrier | 3โ5 days | SAR 1,290 | Private cars |
| Sea container | 7โ12 days | SAR 2,550 per 20 ft | Heavy commercial goods |
| Air | 24โ48 hours | SAR 45 per kg | Documents and urgent parcels |
โน๏ธ Why does road freight from Jeddah take 3โ5 days, not two?
Because the distance is roughly double that from Riyadh, the driver needs rest stops on a long road, and the truck usually passes a consolidation point in Riyadh. A direct private truck saves a day of that.
Pickup in Jeddah, Makkah and Taif
We collect from every Jeddah district, north and south, and from Makkah, Taif and Rabigh by appointment. Our Jeddah crews know the city: high humidity that demands tight packing, towers on the Corniche and busy central streets, and the industrial areas in the south where traders keep their warehouses.
| Area | Examples | Pickup note |
|---|---|---|
| North Jeddah | Obhur, Ash Shati, Al Mohammadiyah, An Naeem, Az Zahra | Towers and villas; coordination with building management |
| Central Jeddah | Al Hamra, Ar Rawdah, As Salamah, Al Andalus | Daytime traffic; morning pickup is better |
| East Jeddah | As Safa, Al Marwah, As Samer, Al Ajwad | Buildings and villas, usually direct loading |
| South Jeddah | Industrial Area, Al Khumrah, As Sanabel | Warehouses and equipment with cranes |
| Outside Jeddah | Makkah, Taif, Rabigh | Pickup by appointment |
โ ๏ธ Jeddah humidity and packing
Jeddahโs high humidity affects wood, fabrics and paper if sealed for long in poorly closed cartons. We wrap furniture in tight plastic layers, put moisture-absorbing sachets in clothes and book cartons, and never wrap furniture while it is still damp from cleaning.
Shipping rates from Jeddah to the UAE
Shipping from Jeddah to the UAE starts from SAR 135 for a carton, SAR 13.5 per kg over 20 kg, SAR 1,090 for a studio or bedroom set, SAR 2,275 for a mid-size apartment and SAR 1,290 for a car. Because the distance is longer, the difference shows more clearly on private trucks, which makes shared freight from Jeddah the better-value option for most shipments.
| What you ship from Jeddah | From | Transit to Dubai |
|---|---|---|
| Small parcel 1โ5 kg | SAR 65 | 3โ5 days |
| Carton up to 10 kg | SAR 135 | 3โ5 days |
| Carton 10โ20 kg | SAR 205 | 3โ5 days |
| Personal effects per kg over 20 kg | SAR 13.5 | 3โ5 days |
| Goods per kg over 100 kg | SAR 7.3 | 3โ6 days |
| Part-load per CBM | SAR 730 | 3โ6 days |
| Bedroom set or studio | SAR 1,090 | 3โ5 days |
| Apartment, 2โ3 rooms | SAR 2,275 | 3โ5 days |
| Villa by private truck | SAR 4,990 | 2โ4 days |
| Car on a shared carrier | SAR 1,290 | 3โ5 days |
| 20 ft container by sea | SAR 2,550 | 7โ12 days |
| Air freight per kg | SAR 45 | 24โ48 hours |
โน๏ธ Private trucks from Jeddah
Starting prices for private trucks are the same, but the longer distance from Jeddah means the final price depends on the truck size and the number of trip days, sent to you in writing after the survey. We always compare private, shared and sea options so you can choose the cheapest.
To compare with other cities, see shipping rates from Saudi Arabia to the UAE.
The long haul: protecting the shipment over 2,000 km
The longer the road, the more preparation matters. Two thousand kilometres mean longer vibration, temperature swings between humid coastal Jeddah and the desert of the centre and east, and night driving. So the Jeddah trip has its own rules.
Shipping hotel, restaurant and company equipment
Jeddah is a city of hospitality and trade, and from it hotel, restaurant and office equipment moves to branches or new projects in the UAE: commercial ovens, display fridges, industrial dishwashers, hotel furniture and office equipment. These shipments need know-how on dismantling and securing each item, and on the commercial documents they require.
| Equipment type | What we provide | Suggested method |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial kitchen equipment | Safe gas and power disconnection, stainless steel wrapping, wooden bases | Road, closed truck |
| Display and cold-room units | Glass doors secured, units dried | Road, loaded upright |
| Hotel furniture | Numbered by room and floor in the new project | Road or sea depending on quantity |
| Office equipment | Insulating wraps for computers and printers | Road with insurance |
| Heavy factory equipment | Crane and chain securing | Road by trailer or sea by container |
Equipment shipping is priced after the free survey because weights and dimensions vary.
The shipping contract: what does it include?
For commercial shipments, equipment and large homes we record the agreement in a clear shipping contract that protects both sides and prevents misunderstandings:
- Shipment description: type, volume, weight and number of pieces.
- Pickup and delivery points: the full addresses in Jeddah and the UAE.
- Mode and transit: road, sea or air, and the expected time.
- Price and inclusions: transport, packing, clearance, delivery and assembly.
- Insurance: if any, and the declared value.
- Documents: what the customer prepares and what the company prepares.
- Delivery: inspection and signature procedure on receipt.
Shipping furniture and cartons from Jeddah to the UAE
Furniture
We dismantle and pack in Jeddah, move by road and assemble in the UAE. A studio or bedroom set starts from SAR 1,090 and a mid-size apartment from SAR 2,275. For more on home moves from Jeddah, the furniture shipping company from Jeddah to the UAE guide is dedicated to it.
Cartons
From SAR 135 for a carton up to 10 kg and SAR 13.5 per kg over 20 kg, with home pickup and tracking.
๐ก Jeddah to Dubai specifically?
If Dubai is your destination, the shipping company from Jeddah to Dubai guide compares shipping your car with selling it and details Dubai deliveries.
Car shipping from Jeddah to the UAE
A car from Jeddah faces the longest road to the UAE, so shipping it on a carrier pays off more clearly than from any other city: two thousand kilometres are not added to its odometer, and its engine and tyres are spared the heat of the road. It is loaded on a carrier, wheels strapped, covered where needed, and delivered in the destination emirate.
| Option | From | Transit from Jeddah |
|---|---|---|
| Shared carrier | SAR 1,290 | 3โ5 days |
| Private flatbed | SAR 2,050 | 2โ4 days |
| Enclosed carrier for luxury cars | SAR 4,150 | 2โ4 days |
โ ๏ธ Car papers from Jeddah
The registration card, the ownerโs ID, and valid UAE insurance for temporary exit โ or an export certificate and export plates from Jeddah Traffic for final export. Settle fines before shipping, and get a bank no-objection letter if the car is financed.
Sea freight from Jeddah Islamic Port to Jebel Ali
For very heavy commercial goods or large quantities with no rush, sea freight from Jeddah Islamic Port to Jebel Ali in Dubai may be the cheapest. A 20 ft container starts from SAR 2,550, with 7โ12 days port to port.
| Factor | Road from Jeddah | Sea from Jeddah |
|---|---|---|
| Transit | 3โ5 days | 7โ12 days |
| Pickup | From the door | From the port or by extra arrangement |
| Best for | Furniture, cars, cartons and medium goods | Heavy commercial containers |
| Handling | Loading and unloading | Loading, sailing, port discharge, then haulage |
| Clearance | At Al Batha and Al Ghuwaifat | At Jeddah port and Jebel Ali port |
โน๏ธ Sea is usually for commercial cargo only
Household furniture and private cars arrive faster by road with less handling. Sea suits a trader who fills a full container and is not in a hurry.
Air freight from Jeddah to the UAE
From King Abdulaziz Airport to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, air freight starts from SAR 45 per chargeable kg and arrives in 24โ48 hours. Because road freight from Jeddah takes 3โ5 days, air is used more from Jeddah for documents, spare parts and urgent commercial samples. Chargeable weight is the higher of actual and volumetric weight (L ร W ร H in cm รท 6,000).
Documents and customs
| Shipment type | Documents required |
|---|---|
| Furniture and personal effects | ID or iqama copy, passport copy where needed, detailed inventory list, Fasah authorisation for the clearance agent, recipientโs UAE details and Emirates ID or passport copy on request |
| Equipment and commercial goods | Commercial registration, commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, UAE importer code |
| Car | Registration card, ownerโs ID, insurance for temporary exit or export certificate and plates for final export, no violations, bank letter if financed |
| Sea freight | Bill of lading, invoice, packing list, certificate of origin |
Used furniture with its documents is normally treated as personal effects, while new equipment and goods are subject to duty and VAT depending on their type and the customs assessment. Prohibited items include gas cylinders, flammables, weapons, narcotics and unlicensed medicines.
Pickup in Jeddah and delivery in the UAE
After crossing, the shipment reaches Abu Dhabi first, then Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman, or Al Ain, or the northern emirates and east coast. We deliver to the address with assembly for furniture, and to the warehouse by appointment for commercial goods.
| Emirate | Approx. distance from Jeddah | Road transit |
|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi | about 1,850 km | 3โ4 days |
| Al Ain | about 1,900 km | 3โ5 days |
| Dubai | about 2,000 km | 3โ5 days |
| Sharjah and Ajman | about 2,030 km | 3โ5 days |
| Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah | about 2,100โ2,150 km | 4โ5 days |
The cheapest way to ship from Jeddah to the UAE
Steps to ship from Jeddah
- Send the shipment type, your Jeddah district and the destination emirate to 0565967337.
- Receive a comparison of road, sea and air if your shipment suits more than one.
- Choose the method and receive the written price, or a contract for large shipments.
- Prepare the documents and grant the Fasah authorisation.
- Pickup day: packing suited to Jeddah humidity, numbering and loading.
- Follow the trip by shipment number on Track Your Shipment until delivery.
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Related guides
- Road freight company from Saudi Arabia to the UAE: the main guide to the route and the border.
- Furniture moving company from Jeddah to the UAE: home moves from Jeddah.
- Furniture shipping from Makkah to the UAE and Furniture shipping from Madinah to the UAE.
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FAQ: shipping from Jeddah to the UAE
How much does shipping from Jeddah to the UAE cost?
From SAR 135 for a carton, SAR 13.5 per kg, SAR 1,090 for a studio or bedroom set, SAR 2,275 for a mid-size apartment, SAR 1,290 for a car and SAR 2,550 for a 20 ft container by sea.
How long does road freight from Jeddah to Dubai take?
Usually 3โ5 days; a direct private truck can save a day.
What is the road distance from Jeddah to Dubai?
About 2,000 km via Riyadh and the Al Batha border, about 1,500 km of it to the border.
Is there sea freight from Jeddah to the UAE?
Yes, from Jeddah Islamic Port to Jebel Ali in 7โ12 days, suited to commercial containers, with a 20 ft container from SAR 2,550.
Which is better from Jeddah: road or sea?
Road for furniture, cars and cartons, as it is faster and door to door; sea for heavy commercial goods that are not urgent.
Do you ship restaurant and hotel equipment?
Yes, with safe gas and power disconnection, packing and securing on wooden bases, priced after the survey.
How much does car shipping from Jeddah to the UAE cost?
From SAR 1,290 on a shared carrier, SAR 2,050 on a private flatbed and SAR 4,150 in an enclosed carrier, with the final price for private trips depending on distance.
Do you collect from Makkah and Taif?
Yes, by appointment, and the shipment joins the JeddahโUAE trips.
What documents are needed to ship from Jeddah?
For furniture: ID or iqama, the detailed list, a Fasah authorisation and recipient details. For commercial goods: the registration, invoice, packing list and certificate of origin.
Is there air freight from Jeddah to the UAE?
Yes, from SAR 45 per chargeable kg, in 24โ48 hours.
Do you sign a shipping contract?
Yes, for commercial shipments, equipment and large homes, setting out the description, price, transit and insurance.
