๐ขSea freight for containers and large loads
Sea freight from Saudi Arabia is the route to countries the road does not reach: Lebanon, Turkey, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco and Libya, and the route for heavy containers to the Gulf and Jordan. It sails from Jeddah Islamic Port and arrives in 3โ28 days by destination. Prices start from SAR 9 per kg to North Africa, SAR 320 per cubic metre to Lebanon and SAR 2,275 for a 20 ft container from Dammam to Jebel Ali.
- โFull containers (FCL) and part loads (LCL)
- โFurniture, goods, equipment and cars
- โDoor to door or port to port
- โExport packing and clearance at both ports
Sea freight destinations, transit times and starting prices
Transit is door to door from Jeddah port. Inland and eastern cities add one to three days to move the shipment to the port.
| Destination | Arrival port | Transit from Jeddah | Starts from | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan | Aqaba | 3โ6 days | SAR 4,370 per 20 ft container | Shipping to Jordan |
| UAE | Jebel Ali, from Dammam port | 2โ4 days from Dammam | SAR 2,275 per 20 ft container | Shipping to the UAE |
| Lebanon | Port of Beirut | 10โ15 days | SAR 320 per cubic metre | Shipping to Lebanon |
| Turkey | Mersin or Istanbul | 12โ20 days | SAR 7,280 per 40 ft container | Shipping to Turkey |
| Libya | Benghazi or Tripoli | 14โ20 days | SAR 9 per kg | Shipping to Libya |
| Tunisia | Rades | 15โ22 days | SAR 9 per kg | Shipping to Tunisia |
| Algeria | Algiers or Oran | 18โ25 days | SAR 9 per kg | Shipping to Algeria |
| Morocco | Tanger Med or Casablanca | 20โ28 days | SAR 9 per kg | Shipping to Morocco |
Prices are in Saudi riyals, with duties and taxes in the destination country outside them. A full container to destinations with no price shown is quoted on request.
Choose the container space to fit your shipment
The difference between a full container and a part load lies in volume, the nature of the goods and how much control you need.
Full container (FCL)
Space that is yours alone, loaded at your door and sealed.
Part load (LCL)
You pay only for your volume, consolidated with other shipments.
Equipment and machinery
Open-top containers and flat racks for oversize loads.
Furniture and belongings
Export packing, a piece list and moisture sachets.
A 20 ft or a 40 ft container?
The container follows the volume you ship, not the number of rooms. The survey settles it.
| Container | Approximate capacity | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| 20 ft | about 28 cubic metres | A two- to three-room apartment |
| 40 ft | about 58 cubic metres | A large home, or furniture with a car |
| 40 ft high cube | about 68 cubic metres | Bulky, light furniture |
| Open-top or flat rack | by the equipment | Machinery and oversize equipment |
| Refrigerated | 20 or 40 ft | Food and medicines at a controlled temperature |
๐ขThe right port shortens the road on arrival
We compare departure and arrival ports, the sailing schedule and inland transport before confirming the booking. Jeddah Islamic Port is the closest to the Suez Canal, so most shipments to the Mediterranean leave from it.
- โHow close the arrival port is to the delivery address
- โCustoms and document requirements at destination
- โContainer availability and the sailing date
- โThe cost of inland transport at both ends
From measuring to receiving the container
Each stage depends on the one before it being complete.
- 01
Listing volume and contents
Dimensions, weight, number of pieces and a first list.
- 02
Choosing the type of freight
A full container or a part load, and the arrival port.
- 03
Packing and documents
Export packing, the export file and booking the vessel.
- 04
Loading and the port
The container is loaded, sealed and taken into the port.
- 05
Sailing
The bill of lading number for tracking.
- 06
Arrival
Clearance at the arrival port, then delivery to the address.
What the price covers and what it does not
Sea freight has more items than road, so they are all written down before booking.
- โIncluded: pickup, packing, transport to the port, sea freight and clearance in Saudi Arabia
- โBy agreement: clearance and delivery in the destination country
- โIn countries shipped by sea: the service is delivery to the address
- โOutside the price: duties and taxes at destination, and demurrage if collection is late
- โInsurance: optional, and advisable for sea freight
Before booking sea freight
Any gap in the description or the list can change the booking or delay clearance.
- โAn invoice or a statement of value
- โA detailed packing list
- โWeights and dimensions after packing
- โA certified certificate of origin for goods
- โThe bill of lading
- โThe brokerโs authorisation through the Fasah platform
Answers before you start your request
How much does sea freight from Saudi Arabia cost?+
From SAR 9 per kg to North Africa, SAR 320 per cubic metre to Lebanon, SAR 2,275 for a 20 ft container from Dammam to Jebel Ali and SAR 7,280 for a 40 ft container to Turkey.
How long does sea freight take?+
3โ6 days to Aqaba, 10โ15 days to Beirut, 12โ20 days to Turkey and 15โ28 days to North Africa, from Jeddah port.
What is the difference between FCL and LCL?+
FCL is a full container that is yours alone, loaded at your door. LCL is a part load where you pay only for your volume, consolidated with other shipments.
Can a car ship inside a container?+
Yes, on its own or with furniture in a 40 ft container, once the import conditions at destination are checked.
Is sea transit time fixed?+
No. It is affected by the sailing schedule, port congestion and clearance, so an approximate time is given.
Do you collect from home?+
Yes, pickup, packing and transport to the port are part of the service.
Which port do containers ship from?+
Jeddah Islamic Port to Mediterranean ports via the Suez Canal, and Dammam port for heavy containers in no hurry.
Is the shipment insured?+
Yes, optionally, at a percentage of the declared value, and advisable for sea freight.
Now that you know the details, ask for your routeโs price
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