Alfaris International Shipping is a shipping company from Riyadh to the UAE that collects from Riyadhโs districts and delivers in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah in 1โ3 days by road through Al Batha Crossing, and in 24โ48 hours by air from King Khalid airport. Prices start from SAR 65 for a small parcel, SAR 135 per carton, SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set and SAR 1,090 to ship a car.
Route: Riyadh โ Al Kharj โ Haradh โ Al Batha Crossing โ Al Ghuwaifat Crossing โ Abu Dhabi โ Dubai ยท Distance: about 900 km to Abu Dhabi and 1,050 km to Dubai ยท Call: 0565967337
Shipping from Riyadh to the UAE at a glance
- Distance: about 550 km from Riyadh to Al Batha, then 350 km to Abu Dhabi and 490 km to Dubai.
- Road transit: 1โ2 days for a dedicated truck and 1โ3 days for a shared load.
- Trips: almost daily from Riyadh.
- Parcels and cartons: a parcel up to 5 kg from SAR 65, a carton up to 10 kg from SAR 135, and from SAR 13.5 per kg.
- Furniture: a bedroom set from SAR 1,090 and apartment furniture from SAR 1,365.
- Car: from SAR 1,090 on a shared carrier and SAR 2,275 on a dedicated enclosed carrier.
- Air: from SAR 45 per kg from King Khalid airport.
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Route details and transit time from Riyadh to the UAE
Riyadh is among the closest major cities to Al Batha Crossing. The truck leaves the south-east of the capital on the Al Kharj road, passes Haradh and reaches the border after about six hours. After Al Ghuwaifat it is three to four hours to Abu Dhabi.
| Leg | Distance | Usual time |
|---|---|---|
| Riyadh โ Al Kharj โ Haradh | about 280 km | 3 hours |
| Haradh โ Al Batha Crossing | about 270 km | 3 hours |
| Procedures at Al Batha and Al Ghuwaifat | โ | two hours to a day |
| Al Ghuwaifat โ Abu Dhabi | about 350 km | 3โ4 hours |
| Abu Dhabi โ Dubai โ Sharjah | 140โ170 km | one and a half to two hours |
| Mode | Transit from Riyadh | Best for | Starts from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared road freight | 1โ3 days | Cartons and furniture items | SAR 13.5 per kg |
| Dedicated truck | 1โ2 days | A full home or full load | By truck size |
| Car carrier | 2โ4 days | Cars | SAR 1,090 |
| Air freight | 24โ48 hours | Urgent parcels and documents | SAR 45 per kg |
| Sea container | 7โ12 days | Heavy goods | SAR 2,275 per 20 ft container |
Shipping prices from Riyadh to the UAE
| Shipment type | Unit | Starts from |
|---|---|---|
| Small parcel | 1โ5 kg | SAR 65 |
| Small carton | up to 10 kg | SAR 135 |
| Medium carton | 10โ20 kg | SAR 205 |
| Personal effects | per kg above 20 kg | SAR 13.5 |
| Volumes and goods | per kg above 100 kg | SAR 7.3 |
| Single furniture item | sofa or wardrobe | SAR 775 |
| Complete bedroom set | with dismantling and packing | SAR 1,090 |
| Apartment furniture | two to three rooms | SAR 1,365 |
| Part-load goods | per cubic metre | SAR 730 |
| Car | shared carrier | SAR 1,090 |
| Car | dedicated enclosed carrier | SAR 2,275 |
| Air parcel | per kg | SAR 45 |
๐ Riyadh prices are the starting prices
Riyadh is among the closest cities to the border, so its prices are the lowest for shipping to the UAE. They are starting prices to Abu Dhabi and Dubai, rising slightly to the Northern Emirates.
Pickup from Riyadh districts
| Area | Districts | Pickup notes |
|---|---|---|
| North Riyadh | Al Malqa, Al Yasmin, Al Narjis, Al Sahafah | Villas and compounds; easy truck access |
| East Riyadh | Al Rawdah, Al Naseem, Al Yarmouk, Qurtubah | Flats and blocks; a parking spot is reserved |
| Central Riyadh | Al Olaya, Al Malaz, Al Sulaimaniyah | Towers with set loading hours |
| West and south Riyadh | Al Suwaidi, Al Shifa, Al Aziziyah | Closest to the Al Kharj road |
| Industrial areas | First and Second Industrial Cities and Al Sulay | Goods and commercial loads |
Furniture from Riyadh to the UAE
Furniture from Riyadh to the UAE with Alfaris starts from SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set and SAR 1,365 for apartment furniture. It is loaded in Riyadh in the morning, crosses the border at night and is assembled in Abu Dhabi or Dubai the next day or the day after.
- Survey: free in any Riyadh district.
- Dismantling and packing: a carpenter, a material for each piece and a numbered list.
- Riyadhโs dry air: wood is wrapped in blankets and film so the humidity of the UAE coast does not affect it.
- Assembly: in the new home, with the list checked.
Details are in the guide to the furniture moving company from Riyadh to the UAE.
Car shipping from Riyadh to the UAE
Shipping a car from Riyadh to the UAE starts from SAR 1,090 on a shared carrier in 2โ4 days and SAR 2,275 on a dedicated enclosed carrier in 1โ2 days. It is collected from your home or the showroom.
- Documents: registration, the ownerโs ID, and export plates or a transit authorisation.
- Preparation: a quarter tank of fuel and no belongings in the car.
- Securing: a cover, straps at the wheels and a photographed report.
Cartons, parcels and luggage from Riyadh
A small parcel from Riyadh to the UAE starts from SAR 65, a carton up to 10 kg from SAR 135, and anything heavier from SAR 13.5 per kg. It is collected from your door, weighed in front of you and arrives in 1โ3 days.
Commercial goods from Riyadh to the UAE
- Items: dry goods, factory products, dates and food, spare parts, packaging materials and equipment.
- Part load (LTL): from SAR 730 per cubic metre, or SAR 7.3 per kg above 100 kg.
- Full truckload (FTL): from the industrial city to the consigneeโs warehouse in 1โ2 days.
- Containers: 20 ft by sea from SAR 2,275 and 40 ft from SAR 3,300.
- Online stores: consolidated orders on a single declaration.
Air freight from Riyadh to the UAE
Air freight from Riyadh to the UAE starts from SAR 45 per kg with Alfaris and arrives in 24โ48 hours. The flight from King Khalid airport to Dubai takes under two hours. It suits documents, samples and urgent parcels; above 30 kg a truck arrives the next day for a third of the cost.
Documents and customs
| Shipment type | Documents |
|---|---|
| Personal effects and furniture | ID or Iqama + packing list + consignee details |
| Car | Registration + ownerโs ID + export plates or transit authorisation |
| Goods | Invoice + packing list + commercial registration + certificate of origin |
| All | The brokerโs authorisation through the Fasah platform |
- Used furniture: usually exempt for someone relocating.
- GCC origin: exempt with a certificate of origin; foreign goods pay 5%.
- Review: documents are checked in Riyadh before loading, not at the border.
Shipping from Riyadh to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah
Riyadh to Dubai
About 1,050 km and 1โ3 days. Towers ask for a move-in permit and a service-lift booking. Details are in the guides to road freight from Riyadh to Dubai and the furniture moving company from Riyadh to Dubai.
Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
About 900 km and 1โ2 days. Abu Dhabi is the first stop after the border, so its shipment comes off first. Al Ain is 160 km to its east.
Riyadh to Sharjah and Ajman
About 1,070 km and 1โ3 days. Delivery is timed outside the DubaiโSharjah rush, with distribution from there to Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah one day later.
Steps for shipping from Riyadh to the UAE
- Call: 0565967337, with the shipment type, your district and the delivery city.
- Price and date: after photos or a free survey.
- Documents: ID, packing list and the Fasah authorisation.
- Loading: dismantling, packing, numbering and sealing the truck.
- Crossing: Al Batha then Al Ghuwaifat, with an update at each.
- Delivery: unloading, assembly and checking the list.
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The cheapest way to ship from Riyadh to the UAE
The cheapest way to ship from Riyadh to the UAE is a shared road load: SAR 65 for a small parcel and SAR 13.5 per kg with Alfaris. Trips run almost daily from Riyadh, so the load does not wait long.
Why Alfaris for shipping from Riyadh?
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Frequently asked questions about shipping from Riyadh to the UAE
How much does shipping from Riyadh to the UAE cost?
From SAR 65 for a small parcel, SAR 135 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg with Alfaris. A bedroom set from SAR 1,090.
How long does shipping from Riyadh to the UAE take?
1โ2 days for a dedicated truck, 1โ3 days for a shared load, and 24โ48 hours by air.
What is the cheapest way to ship from Riyadh to the UAE?
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 the UAE?
From SAR 45 per kg from King Khalid airport.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Riyadh to the UAE?
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 the UAE?
One that surveys in your district, 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 the UAE, 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 consigneeโs details.
Is door-to-door shipping available from Riyadh?
Yes, from any Riyadh district to the consigneeโs address in the UAE.
Do you ship from Riyadh to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah?
Yes, and to Ajman, Al Ain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah. Abu Dhabi in 1โ2 days, Dubai and Sharjah in 1โ3 days.
Is the shipment insured?
Yes, optionally, at a percentage of the declared value.
How far is it from Riyadh to Dubai by road?
About 1,050 km: 550 km to Al Batha Crossing, then 490 km from Al Ghuwaifat to Dubai.
Do trips leave Riyadh daily?
Almost daily to Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah, and a dedicated truck on the day you set.
