Appliances Shipping Cost from Muscat to Chengdu

TL;DR: Shipping a 20ft container from China to Australia costs $1,800-$3,500 USD in 2025, while 40ft ranges $2,500-$4,800 USD. Fuel surcharges, port congestion, and HS code updates drive variations. Save 20-30% by comparing quotes and booking early.

Express shipping continues at $5–$10 per kg, with standard post around $10–$20 per kg. Delivery Times (September 2025): Sea freight to Lagos (Apapa/Tincan) remains at 48–52 days, with improved vessel scheduling compared to summer peaks. Air freight still averages 6–8 days, while express parcels reach Lagos in 3–5 days.

China to Dubai shipping usually takes 16-30 days by sea freight, depending on the port (e.g., Shenzhen to Jebel Ali is faster, around 16 days) and service, while air freight is much quicker, typically 3-10 days, with express options at the shorter end and standard air cargo slightly longer. Factors like port congestion, specific routes (e.g., Shanghai, Ningbo), and customs clearance significantly affect the final time.