Road freight from Riyadh to Dubai with Alfaris International Shipping covers about 1,050 km through Al Batha Crossing and arrives in 1–3 days. Prices start from SAR 65 for a small parcel, SAR 135 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg, with a bedroom set from SAR 1,090 and a car from SAR 1,090. Pickup is at your door in Riyadh and delivery at your door in Dubai.
Route: Riyadh → Al Kharj → Haradh → Al Batha → Al Ghuwaifat → Abu Dhabi → Jebel Ali → Dubai · Driving time: about 11 hours · Transit with the border: 1–3 days · Call: 0565967337
Road freight from Riyadh to Dubai at a glance
- Distance: 550 km to Al Batha, then 490 km from Al Ghuwaifat to Dubai.
- A dedicated truck: loaded in the morning and usually there the next day.
- A shared load: 1–3 days, with almost daily trips.
- Prices: a parcel from SAR 65, a carton from SAR 135 and from SAR 13.5 per kg.
- Dubai asks for: a move-in permit from the tower or community management and a service-lift booking.
- Goods: to Jebel Ali, Al Quoz and Ras Al Khor, from SAR 730 per cubic metre.
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Route details and road transit time from Riyadh to Dubai
| Stop | Distance from Riyadh | Approx. time |
|---|---|---|
| Al Kharj | about 80 km | 1 hour |
| Haradh | about 280 km | 3 hours |
| Al Batha Crossing | about 550 km | 6 hours |
| Al Ghuwaifat Crossing | after procedures at both | two hours to a day |
| Abu Dhabi | about 900 km | 9–10 hours’ driving |
| Jebel Ali | about 1,010 km | 10–11 hours’ driving |
| Dubai | about 1,050 km | 11 hours’ driving |
| Trip type | Loading | Arrival in Dubai |
|---|---|---|
| Dedicated truck | Morning of day one | Evening of day two or morning of day three |
| Shared load | When the load is complete | Within 1–3 days of departure |
| Car carrier | When the carrier is full | Within 2–4 days |
Road freight prices from Riyadh to Dubai
| Shipment type | Starts from |
|---|---|
| Small parcel 1–5 kg | SAR 65 |
| Carton up to 10 kg | SAR 135 |
| Carton 10–20 kg | SAR 205 |
| Per kg above 20 kg | SAR 13.5 |
| Per kg for volumes above 100 kg | SAR 7.3 |
| A furniture item | SAR 775 |
| A bedroom set | SAR 1,090 |
| Apartment furniture | SAR 1,365 |
| Per cubic metre of goods | SAR 730 |
| Car on a shared carrier | SAR 1,090 |
| Car on a dedicated enclosed carrier | SAR 2,275 |
These are starting prices from Riyadh to Dubai, covering door-to-door transport and clearance. Any customs duty is outside them.
A dedicated truck or a shared load to Dubai?
- Dedicated: for anyone moving a whole home or with a tower delivery slot. It is sealed and opened only for customs.
- Shared: for cartons and a room or two. You pay for your space and leave on the next trip.
- The rule: once your furniture exceeds half a truck, a dedicated one is cheaper and faster.
The check before shipping: what is reviewed?
- The list: the count of cartons and pieces matches what is written.
- Packing: glass and screens supported, corners protected.
- Contents: nothing prohibited or flammable inside the cartons.
- Weight: the truck is within the legal load.
- Documents: the Fasah authorisation, packing list and the consignee’s details in Dubai.
- The seal: its number is entered on the report.
Insulated storage before delivery in Dubai
If the furniture arrives before the home or the tower permit is ready, it is stored in an enclosed warehouse insulated against heat and humidity. It is raised off the floor on pallets and delivered against the same list on the date you set. Storage is charged by time and volume.
Delivery across Dubai
| Area | Building type | What is needed |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai Marina, JLT and Business Bay | Towers | A move-in permit, service-lift booking and set loading hours |
| Downtown | Towers | A permit in advance and entry from the loading dock |
| Deira and Bur Dubai | Blocks and narrow streets | A small truck for distribution |
| Arabian Ranches, The Springs and Mirdif | Villas | A community gate permit |
| Al Quoz, Ras Al Khor and Jebel Ali | Warehouses | Delivery by appointment and a forklift |
Furniture, cars and goods by road to Dubai
- Furniture: a bedroom set from SAR 1,090 with dismantling, packing and assembly. Details are in the guide to the furniture moving company from Riyadh to Dubai.
- Cars: from SAR 1,090 on a shared carrier, covered and secured at the wheels.
- Goods: from SAR 730 per cubic metre, full truckload (FTL) or part load (LTL), to Jebel Ali and Al Quoz.
- Cartons and luggage: a carton from SAR 135, collected from your door.
Air freight from Riyadh to Dubai
Air freight from Riyadh to Dubai starts from SAR 45 per kg with Alfaris and arrives in 24–48 hours. The flight takes under two hours. It is chosen for documents, samples and urgent parcels; above 30 kg, a truck arrives the next day for a third of the cost.
Documents and customs
- Personal effects and furniture: ID or Iqama, packing list and the consignee’s details in Dubai.
- Car: registration, the owner’s ID, and export plates or a transit authorisation.
- Goods: invoice, packing list, commercial registration and certificate of origin.
- All: the broker’s authorisation through Fasah and the import declaration in Mirsal.
- Exemption: used furniture for someone relocating is usually exempt; new items pay 5%.
Steps for road freight from Riyadh to Dubai
- Call: 0565967337, with the shipment type, your Riyadh district and your area in Dubai.
- Price and date: after photos or a free survey.
- The Dubai permit: request it from the tower or community management for the delivery date.
- Loading: dismantling, packing, numbering, checking and sealing.
- The road: an update at Al Batha and Al Ghuwaifat.
- Delivery: unloading, assembly and checking the list.
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The cheapest way to ship from Riyadh to Dubai
The cheapest way to ship from Riyadh to Dubai is a shared road load: from SAR 65 per parcel and SAR 13.5 per kg with Alfaris. Because trips run almost daily, the wait is usually no more than a day.
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Frequently asked questions about road freight from Riyadh to Dubai
How much does road freight from Riyadh to Dubai cost?
From SAR 65 for a small parcel, SAR 135 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg with Alfaris.
How long does road freight from Riyadh to Dubai take?
1–3 days. A dedicated truck usually arrives the day after loading.
What is the cheapest way to ship from Riyadh to Dubai?
A shared road load, from SAR 65 per parcel and SAR 13.5 per kg.
What is the air freight rate per kg from Riyadh to Dubai?
From SAR 45 per kg, arriving in 24–48 hours.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Riyadh to Dubai?
From SAR 1,090 on a shared carrier and SAR 2,275 on a dedicated enclosed carrier.
Which is the best furniture mover from Riyadh to Dubai?
One that coordinates the tower permit, clears before the border and assembles at delivery. Alfaris starts from SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set.
How do I send a shipment from Riyadh to Dubai, and what documents are required?
Call 0565967337 and the price and date are set. You need an ID or Iqama, a packing list, a Fasah authorisation and the consignee’s details.
Is door-to-door shipping available from Riyadh to Dubai?
Yes, from your Riyadh district to your flat, villa or warehouse in Dubai.
Do you deliver in Dubai Marina, Deira and Jebel Ali?
Yes, and in Downtown, Business Bay, Mirdif, Al Quoz and the rest of Dubai.
Is the shipment insured?
Yes, optionally, at a percentage of the declared value.
How far is it between Riyadh and Dubai by road?
About 1,050 km and about 11 hours’ driving, excluding time at the border.
Do I need a permit to bring furniture into a Dubai tower?
Yes. Most towers and communities ask for a move-in permit and a service-lift booking before the truck arrives.
