Appliances Shipping Cost from Beijing to Meridian, Idaho

Shipping a 40ft container from China to the USA typically costs $3,000 to $7,000, but prices fluctuate significantly based on the US coast (West Coast cheaper), seasonality (peak times higher), port pair, and current surcharges, with potential for higher costs during peak demand. Expect rates from roughly $3,000–$6,000 for the West Coast and $4,000–$7,500 for the East Coast, excluding destination charges like customs and inland transport.

Typical transit times are from 15-25 days, but can take longer if the ship is sailing to the East Coast. Below we've listed typical transit times from the most popular ports in China and the US. With over 100 ports of entry in the US, importers have many more options available when shipping from China to the US.

How Much Does It Cost To Ship Appliances? In general, for an appliance shipping service, you can expect to pay around $1.81 per mile for shorter trips and $0.59 per mile for longer journeys.