Appliances Shipping Cost from San Francisco, California to Nairobi

Shipping from the USA to Kenya costs vary widely, from around $30 for small, slow parcels (USPS) up to $200+ for fast couriers (FedEx/UPS), with air freight around $30-$50/kg and sea freight cheaper for large items, often priced by size (cubic feet/meter). Expect $15-$25 for 1-2 lb packages, $70-$120 for 5kg, and $100-$180+ for 20kg via sea, but always get quotes, considering speed, weight, dimensions, and potential customs duties.

Shipping a 20-foot container to Kenya typically costs $4,500–$7,900; 40-foot containers range from $6,800–$11,200 depending on origin. Average delivery to Mombasa or Nairobi ports takes 5–8 weeks, including ocean transit, customs clearance, and inland coordination.

Average sea freight transit: 30-45 days via Port of Mombasa. 2025 updates: Kenya's digital customs, US-Kenya trade pact lowers duties. Tips: Use FCL for bulk, LCL for small loads; track via IoT-enabled containers.