Appliances Shipping Cost from Shanghai to San Antonio, Texas

Ocean freight from Shanghai to the USA takes 15 to 40 days (port-to-port), depending on the type of load (FCL or LCL) and the port of arrival – West Coast is generally faster to reach from China than East Coast ports. Air freight is much faster, with expedited options ranging from 1 to 3 days.

Ocean freight from major Chinese ports to Houston typically takes 31-45 days port-to-port, depending on the origin. If you choose air freight, transit times are usually about 3-8 days, airport-to-airport.

Shipping a 40ft container from China to the USA costs roughly $3,000 to $7,000+ for ocean freight, varying significantly by destination (West Coast cheaper than East Coast), carrier, time of year (peak season is pricier), and current market rates, with additional charges for customs, inland transport, and surcharges. Expect rates around $3k-$5k for the West Coast (LA/Oakland) and $4k-$7k for the East Coast (NY/Savannah), though prices fluctuate.