Shipping rates from Saudi Arabia to the UAE at Alfaris International Shipping start from SAR 65 for a parcel up to 5 kg, SAR 135 for a carton up to 10 kg, SAR 13.5 per kg for personal effects, SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set, SAR 2,275 for a two- or three-room apartment and SAR 1,290 for a car. Shipping is by road, door to door via the Al Batha border, arriving in 1โ5 days depending on the city; air freight starts from SAR 45 per kg in 24โ48 hours. To get the price for your shipment, call 0565967337.
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The numbers to know before you ask for a price
- Smallest shipment: a 1โ5 kg parcel from SAR 65.
- Cartons: up to 10 kg from SAR 135; 10โ20 kg from SAR 205.
- Per kg: SAR 13.5 for personal effects over 20 kg; SAR 7.3 for goods over 100 kg.
- Per cubic metre: SAR 730 for a part-load.
- Furniture: a room or studio SAR 1,090, an apartment SAR 2,275, a villa SAR 4,990.
- Cars: SAR 1,290 shared, SAR 2,050 private flatbed, SAR 4,150 enclosed.
- Private trucks: dyna SAR 1,390, small truck SAR 3,690, trailer SAR 5,500.
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Shipping rates table: Saudi Arabia to the UAE
This table gathers every starting price on the SaudiโUAE route in one place. Each figure is the lowest price for the item under normal conditions: a shipment with its documents ready, collected from a city on the main highway and delivered to an easily reached address. Anything different โ a high floor with no lift, a city far off the main road โ is stated before you book, not after.
| Item | From | Unit | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small parcel | SAR 65 | 1โ5 kg | 1โ5 days |
| Small carton | SAR 135 | up to 10 kg | 1โ5 days |
| Medium carton | SAR 205 | 10โ20 kg | 1โ5 days |
| Personal effects | SAR 13.5 | per kg over 20 kg | 1โ5 days |
| Goods | SAR 7.3 | per kg over 100 kg | 2โ5 days |
| Part-load | SAR 730 | per CBM | 2โ5 days |
| Single furniture item or appliance | SAR 465 | per item | 2โ5 days |
| Sofa set 3+2+1 | SAR 1,190 | per set | 2โ5 days |
| Bedroom set with dismantling and packing | SAR 1,090 | per room | 2โ4 days |
| Studio or one-bedroom | SAR 1,090 | per apartment | 2โ4 days |
| Two- or three-room apartment | SAR 2,275 | per apartment | 2โ5 days |
| Villa | SAR 4,990 | private truck | 2โ5 days |
| Car on a shared carrier | SAR 1,290 | per car | 2โ5 days |
| Car on a private flatbed | SAR 2,050 | per car | 1โ3 days |
| Car in an enclosed carrier | SAR 4,150 | per car | 1โ3 days |
| Direct dyna | SAR 1,390 | per trip | 1โ3 days |
| Small closed truck | SAR 3,690 | per trip | 1โ3 days |
| Large truck or trailer | SAR 5,500 | per trip | 1โ3 days |
| 20 ft container by sea | SAR 2,550 | commercial container | 7โ12 days |
| Air freight | SAR 45 | per chargeable kg | 24โ48 hours |
โน๏ธ The direct answer: how much does shipping from Saudi Arabia to the UAE cost?
One carton starts from SAR 135; an apartment move starts from SAR 1,090 for a studio and SAR 2,275 for a mid-size apartment; a car starts from SAR 1,290. Everything in between is priced per kg or per cubic metre.
How the price is calculated: the seven factors behind your cost
The question we hear most is โhow much?โ, and the honest answer is always: it depends on your shipment. But those details are not mysterious โ there are seven clear factors, and once you know them you can estimate the price before you call.
1. Weight or volume, whichever is greater
In most household shipments a truck fills up by volume before weight. So small cartons are priced by weight, furniture and part-loads by cubic metre, and in each case the higher of actual and volumetric weight is charged.
2. Pickup city
From Al-Ahsa or Dammam a shipment travels about 800โ920 km to Dubai, from Riyadh about 1,050 km and from Jeddah about 2,000 km. The difference means more fuel and driver days, which shows in the price โ especially for private trucks.
3. Destination emirate
Abu Dhabi is closest to the Al Ghuwaifat border, followed by Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman, while Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah add distance. The difference is small with shared freight but visible on private trips.
4. Truck type
Shared freight spreads the trip cost across several customers so your share is lower; a private truck carries its full cost in exchange for immediate departure and direct delivery.
5. Extra services
Full packing starts from SAR 415 per home and dismantling and reassembly from SAR 275; cranes and temporary storage are priced after the free survey.
6. Pickup and delivery conditions
A fourth floor with no lift differs from a villa with a wide entrance, and a tower that requires a service lift at set hours needs extra coordination. These conditions are included in the price from the start.
7. Customs category
Used furniture and personal effects differ from new commercial goods; the latter may be subject to customs duty and VAT in the UAE depending on their type and the customs assessment. These are government charges paid to customs, not part of the freight fee.
๐ก How to calculate your shipmentโs volume in CBM
Multiply length ร width ร height in metres for each item or carton and add the results. For example, a 60 ร 40 ร 40 cm carton is 0.096 CBM, so ten of them make about one cubic metre. You can also use our CBM Shipping Calculator.
Carton and parcel rates
Cartons are the most frequent shipments on this route: studentsโ clothes, gifts for occasions, and belongings of those who moved ahead of their families. Pricing is by weight in clear brackets โ the heavier the shipment, the lower the price per kg.
| Bracket | From | Approx. per kg | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1โ5 kg | SAR 65 | from SAR 13 at 5 kg | Personal items or a small gift |
| Up to 10 kg | SAR 135 | about SAR 13.5 | A medium clothes carton |
| 10โ20 kg | SAR 205 | about SAR 10 at 20 kg | Books or kitchen tools |
| Over 20 kg | SAR 13.5 per kg | fixed per kg | Several cartons for a family |
| Over 100 kg | SAR 7.3 per kg | lowest per kg | Large quantities or goods |
โน๏ธ Which bracket saves you most?
If your items weigh 18 kg, one carton in the 10โ20 kg bracket is cheaper than two small cartons. If the total exceeds 100 kg, ask for the goods rate per kg instead of the personal-effects rate.
Furniture shipping rates
Pricing furniture is more precise than pricing cartons, because volume varies widely between homes with the same number of rooms. So we set starting prices per category, then fine-tune the final price after seeing photos or a survey.
| Category | Usually includes | From | Usual truck |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single item | Fridge, washer, sofa or TV | SAR 465 | Shared freight |
| Sofa set | 3+2+1 with packing | SAR 1,190 | Shared freight |
| Full bedroom set | Bed, wardrobe and dresser with dismantling and packing | SAR 1,090 | Shared freight |
| Studio or one-bedroom | Room, living area and small kitchen | SAR 1,090 | Shared freight |
| Apartment, 2โ3 rooms | Rooms, living areas, kitchen and appliances | SAR 2,275 | Shared or medium truck |
| Large apartment or floor | More than three rooms | SAR 3,690 | Small private truck |
| Villa | Floors, majlis and annexes | SAR 4,990 | Trailer or large truck |
What raises and what lowers the furniture price?
๐ก Ask for two prices: shared and private
If your UAE move-in date is flexible, shared freight saves a clear part of the cost. Ask for both prices, compare the difference in money with the difference in days, then decide.
For the complete moving process, see road freight company from Saudi Arabia to the UAE, the most comprehensive guide to this route.
Extra service rates
| Service | From | What it includes |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | SAR 415 per home | Bubble wrap, double-wall cartons, blankets and covers, with labour |
| Dismantling and reassembly | SAR 275 per home | Bedrooms, wardrobes, tables and curtains in both cities |
| Appliance disconnection and reconnection | priced after the free survey | Washers, fridges and split AC units |
| Crane | priced after the free survey | High floors and items that do not fit the lift |
| Temporary storage | priced after the free survey | A secure warehouse until your home is ready |
| Insurance | a percentage of the declared value | Cover for damage and loss in transit |
Car shipping rates from Saudi Arabia to the UAE
The price depends on the method and the carโs size. All three methods carry the car on a carrier with the wheels strapped down; they differ in how many cars share the carrier and how much protection there is from dust and sun.
| Method | From | Transit | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open shared carrier | SAR 1,290 | 2โ5 days | Sedans and family cars |
| Private flatbed | SAR 2,050 | 1โ3 days | One car on a fixed date |
| Enclosed hydraulic carrier | SAR 4,150 | 1โ3 days | Luxury, sports and classic cars |
What changes the car shipping price?
- Size: large SUVs and pickups take more space on the carrier than a sedan.
- Condition: a car that does not run needs a winch to load.
- Service: door pickup or delivery to a city far from the main road.
- Insurance: a percentage of the carโs value, if you want it.
- vernment fees such as export plates, the Traffic certificate and UAE registration are paid to the authorities and are not part of the freight fee.
โ ๏ธ Compare prices on the same basis
A shared-carrier price cannot be compared with a private flatbed, nor with an offer that asks you to drive the car to the border yourself. Always ask: is it door to door? Is the car carried all the way?
Commercial and full-load rates
Traders calculate cost per unit sold, so they need a stable, predictable rate. For commercial shipping we offer per-kg, per-CBM and full-truck options, with contract rates for regular shippers.
| Option | From | When it is cheapest |
|---|---|---|
| Per kg | SAR 7.3 per kg over 100 kg | Heavy, compact goods |
| Per CBM | SAR 730 | Light, bulky goods |
| Direct dyna | SAR 1,390 | A small load that must arrive on a set date |
| Small closed truck | SAR 3,690 | Sensitive or high-value goods |
| Trailer | SAR 5,500 | Full loads |
| 20 ft container by sea | SAR 2,550 | Very heavy goods with no rush |
โน๏ธ When does a full truck become cheaper?
When your load approaches or exceeds half a truck, the private-truck price comes close to the part-load price, with the advantage of immediate departure and no shared space. Send us the packing list and we will tell you which is cheaper.
Urgent air freight: when is the price difference worth it?
Air freight to the UAE starts from SAR 45 per chargeable kg and arrives within 24โ48 hours. It costs more per kg than road, but it saves days that can be worth more than the difference.
| Shipment | Chargeable weight | Road approx. | Air approx. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Documents | 1 kg | SAR 65 | about SAR 45 |
| Spare part | 4 kg | SAR 65 | SAR 180 |
| Clothes carton | 10 kg | SAR 135 | SAR 450 |
| Large light carton 60ร50ร50 cm | 25 kg volumetric | SAR 205 | about SAR 1,125 |
Volumetric weight in air freight is length ร width ร height in centimetres divided by 6,000, which is why a large, light carton can be charged at twice its actual weight or more.
๐ก The simple rule
Small and urgent: air. Large or not urgent: road saves you more than two thirds of the cost.
Single appliance and item rates
Not everyone takes the whole home; many ship expensive appliances and hard-to-replace pieces and buy the rest in the UAE. A single item starts from SAR 465 including suitable packing and door-to-door transport, and the more items in one order, the lower the cost per item.
| Item | Packing method | From |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge or freezer | Doors secured, blankets and stretch film | SAR 465 |
| Washer or dryer | Drum locked with transit bolts, full wrap | SAR 465 |
| Large TV | Original box or a strong carton with bubble wrap | SAR 465 |
| Single sofa or recliner | Blankets and plastic cover | SAR 465 |
| Dining table with chairs | Legs removed, top protected with corner guards | priced by size |
| Piano or heavy safe | Wooden base and extra crew | priced after the free survey |
๐ก Before shipping a fridge or washer
Switch the fridge off a full day ahead so it dries, and clean it; drain the washer and lock its drum. This protects the appliance and stops moisture reaching the rest of the load.
Delivery in each emirate
The published price includes delivery to the address in the destination emirate, but each emirate has its own delivery character:
| Emirate | Time after the border | What affects delivery |
|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi | usually same day | Closest to Al Ghuwaifat โ fastest delivery |
| Al Ain | same or next day | Villas and ground-floor homes make delivery easy |
| Dubai | usually next day | Truck entry times and tower lift bookings |
| Sharjah | next day | Peak-hour traffic sets the arrival time |
| Ajman and Umm Al Quwain | next day | Combined with Sharjah runs |
| Ras Al Khaimah | sometimes an extra day | Regular runs to the north |
| Fujairah and the east coast | sometimes an extra day | Mountain roads and a longer distance |
How to read a price message and compare offers
When you ask several companies you will get different figures, and usually the difference is not in the number but in what it includes. These questions make comparison fair:
| Question | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Is it door to door? | Some offers start at a warehouse or end at the border |
| Does it include clearance at Al Batha and Al Ghuwaifat? | Separate clearance can add an unexpected amount |
| Does it include packing materials and labour? | Packing is a significant part of a home move |
| Does it include dismantling and assembly in both cities? | Assembly in the UAE is separate work from delivery |
| Are there charges for high floors? | A tenth floor with no service lift differs from a ground floor |
| What is the real transit time? | Shared freight is a day or two slower than private |
| Is insurance available and at what rate? | Compensation for damage depends on it |
โน๏ธ What you will find in an Alfaris price message
Each item with its price, the services included, the truck type, the expected transit time and any amounts payable to government bodies. You know exactly what you will pay before you book.
Move your furniture, or sell it and buy new in the UAE?
Many people ask this, and the answer depends on the furnitureโs value and age. New, luxury or custom-made furniture is always worth shipping, as the cost of shipping is far below replacing it. Old, cheap furniture may be better sold in the Kingdom and replaced in the UAE.
๐ก A quick calculation
Add up the price of new replacements in the UAE for what you plan to leave behind, and compare it with the extra shipping cost of taking it. If the extra shipping is less than half the replacement value, shipping is usually the better deal.
Equipment and machinery rates
Equipment is priced after a free survey or once we receive dimensions and weight, because each machine loads and secures differently. The price depends on weight and dimensions, the need for a crane at loading or unloading, the truck type and the accompanying commercial documents. Light equipment such as small generators and workshop tools can travel as a CBM part-load; heavy machines need a private truck or trailer.
Worked examples for real cases
These examples are built on starting prices and show how the price is made up in the cases people ask about most:
| Case | Components | Approx. total |
|---|---|---|
| A student sending two 10 kg clothes cartons | 2 ร 135 | about SAR 270 |
| A family sending 45 kg of personal effects | 45 ร 13.5 | about SAR 608 |
| An employee moving a studio with packing | 1,090 + 415 | about SAR 1,505 |
| A family moving a 3-room apartment with packing, dismantling and assembly | 2,275 + 415 + 275 | about SAR 2,965 |
| A family moving a 3-room apartment and a car | 2,275 + 1,290 | about SAR 3,565 |
| A villa with two cars on a shared carrier | 4,990 + 2 ร 1,290 | about SAR 7,570 |
| A store sending 300 kg of goods | 300 ร 7.3 | about SAR 2,190 |
| A factory sending 4 CBM | 4 ร 730 | about SAR 2,920 |
โ ๏ธ Do not base your budget on the lowest figure
Starting prices are the minimum under normal conditions. Send photos or a list to get the final price before committing to a date or budget.
Comparing rates by pickup city
On shared freight the price is similar across cities, because your shipment joins a regular trip. A private truck, however, is directly affected by distance.
| Pickup city | Distance to Dubai | Transit | Price note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Ahsa | about 800 km | 1โ2 days | Closest โ cheapest for private trucks |
| Dammam and Khobar | about 920 km | 1โ2 days | Frequent regular trips |
| Riyadh | about 1,050 km | 1โ3 days | The city with most trips to the UAE |
| Qassim | about 1,400 km | 2โ4 days | Often combined with Riyadh trips |
| Madinah | about 1,900 km | 3โ5 days | Longer distance shows on private trucks |
| Makkah and Taif | about 1,920 km | 3โ5 days | Similar to Jeddah |
| Jeddah | about 2,000 km | 3โ5 days | The longest road route to the UAE |
If you ship from the west of the Kingdom, the shipping company from Jeddah to the UAE guide explains road, sea and air options; from the capital, see the shipping company from Riyadh to the UAE guide.
Documents and their effect on price and timing
Documents do not change the freight fee, but they change the transit time โ and a delay at the border can mean waiting or storage costs. That is why we review them before loading.
| Shipment type | Documents | What happens if they are missing |
|---|---|---|
| Furniture and personal effects | ID or iqama copy, detailed inventory list, Fasah authorisation for the clearance agent, recipient details and Emirates ID or passport copy on request | The load is opened or release is delayed |
| Commercial goods | Commercial registration, commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, UAE importer code | The shipment is held until documents are complete |
| Car | Registration card, ownerโs ID, export certificate and plates for final export, no outstanding violations, bank letter for financed cars, insurance | The car is refused exit at the border |
โน๏ธ Customs duty is not part of the freight fee
Used furniture is normally exempt when its documents are complete, while new goods may be subject to GCC customs duty and VAT depending on the shipment type and the customs assessment. We explain this in advance so you are not surprised.
Prohibited items and their cost impact
Shipping a prohibited item does more than raise the price โ it can hold the entire shipment and add storage and return costs. The best known prohibited items are gas cylinders and flammables, weapons and their parts, and narcotics and unlicensed medicines. Restricted items include perishable food, plants and large batteries. Cash, gold and original documents should be hand-carried, never shipped with furniture.
When does demand peak, and how does it affect price and dates?
Our starting prices are the same all year, but dates are affected by seasons when demand for trucks and crews rises. Knowing these seasons helps you book at the right time and get the date you want.
| Season | Why demand rises | Our advice |
|---|---|---|
| End of the school year | Families move before the new school year | Book at least three weeks ahead |
| Before Eid and long holidays | Gifts, belongings and family visits | Send cartons a week before the holiday |
| Lease start and end dates | Many moves fall in the same week | Align move-out and shipping dates early |
| UAE exhibition and sale seasons | More commercial shipping | Agree a regular shipping schedule in advance |
๐ก The quieter days
The start of the week is quieter at the border than the end, and booking early lets you choose a day when your shipment reaches Al Batha at a less busy time.
Insurance and storage: how they are calculated
Cargo insurance
Insurance is optional and calculated as a percentage of the value you declare for the shipment or for its key items. The more realistic the declared value, the fairer the compensation if damage occurs. We especially recommend it for modern electronics, luxury furniture, antiques and high-value cars.
Temporary storage
Needed when you vacate your home in the Kingdom before receiving your UAE home. It is calculated by volume in CBM and storage duration, and priced after the free survey. The warehouse is closed and secure, and your furniture stays wrapped and numbered until shipping day.
โ ๏ธ Do not store furniture in an unsuitable place
Open or non-air-conditioned stores expose wood and fabrics to humidity, heat and pests. Short, secure storage costs less than repairing damaged furniture.
Payment methods and when you pay
The payment method is stated in the price message before booking. For home moves, part is usually paid on confirming the date and the rest at loading or delivery as agreed; for cartons and parcels, payment is made on collection from the sender. Companies and contracted traders have periodic payment arrangements. We never ask for any amount not stated in the price message.
Getting the best price without sacrificing quality
Why Alfaris prices start below the market
We review market rates continually and set our starting prices below typical levels, because the volume of our regular trips on this route lets us spread costs across more shipments. This does not come at the expense of service: the same crew, the same packing, the same follow-up. Most importantly, the price we send is written and itemised, with nothing added that was not stated.
Getting a price and booking
- Send the shipment type, pickup city and destination emirate on WhatsApp 0565967337.
- Add photos of the furniture, carton weights, or the car make and model.
- Receive an itemised price with included services and transit time.
- Confirm the date and send document copies for review.
- The crew arrives on time, and your coordinator follows the trip to delivery via Track Your Shipment.
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Related guides
- Road freight company from Saudi Arabia to the UAE: the complete guide to the route, the border and the services.
- Road freight from Riyadh to Dubai: the road from the capital to Dubai.
- Furniture shipping company from Dammam to the UAE: the shortest route and fastest arrival.
- International shipping rates to the UAE and Jordan to compare destinations.
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FAQ: shipping rates from Saudi Arabia to the UAE
How much does shipping from Saudi Arabia to the UAE cost?
From SAR 65 for a small parcel, SAR 135 for a carton up to 10 kg, SAR 13.5 per kg for personal effects, SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set or studio, SAR 2,275 for a mid-size apartment and SAR 1,290 for a car.
What is the price per kg from Saudi Arabia to the UAE?
SAR 13.5 per kg for personal effects over 20 kg by road, SAR 7.3 for goods over 100 kg, and SAR 45 per chargeable kg by air.
How much does car shipping from Saudi Arabia 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 for luxury cars.
How much does moving an apartment from Riyadh to Dubai cost?
A studio from SAR 1,090 and a two- or three-room apartment from SAR 2,275, plus packing from SAR 415 and dismantling and assembly from SAR 275 if requested.
Which is the cheapest international shipping company in Saudi Arabia for the UAE?
The cheapest is the one whose price includes everything with no later charges. Alfaris prices start below typical market rates and are sent itemised before booking.
Does the price include customs clearance?
Yes, the Alfaris door-to-door price includes clearance procedures at Al Batha and Al Ghuwaifat; government duties on new commercial goods are paid to customs depending on the shipment type.
Why does a large, light carton cost more?
Because shipments are priced on the higher of actual and volumetric weight, and a large carton takes more space than its weight suggests.
Is air freight much more expensive than road?
Yes per kg โ air from SAR 45 and road from SAR 13.5 โ but it arrives in 24โ48 hours and suits small urgent shipments.
Are there extra charges after arrival?
No charge is added that was not stated in the price message. Special cases such as cranes or storage are priced and written before booking.
How do I get the final price for my shipment?
Send photos or a list on WhatsApp 0565967337 and we send the final itemised price, arranging a free survey if needed.
Is the price different for Dubai and Abu Dhabi?
On shared freight the difference is small; on a private truck Abu Dhabi is closer to the border and Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah are further.
Are there special rates for traders?
Yes, regular commercial shippers get contract rates based on monthly volume and cities.
