Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Charlotte, North Carolina to Jerusalem

Shipping a car to Israel involves several factors that can influence the overall cost. On average, prices range from $1,142 to $1,672. The duty for importing a car into Israel can vary greatly, from 0% to 100% plus VAT, dependent on various factors including the car's value and age.

Driving is usually cheaper for shorter distances, but for long cross-country moves, the cost difference shrinks, and shipping often becomes more cost-effective when factoring in gas, food, lodging, wear-and-tear, and time, making it worth paying a carrier to avoid the hassle and expense of a long solo trip, though driving saves on carrier fees but adds travel time and costs.

The cheapest international car shipping method is usually Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO), where vehicles are driven onto specialized ships, costing around $900-$2500+ but leaving cars exposed; for better protection, consolidated container shipping (sharing a container) is more affordable than dedicated containers, while air freight is the fastest but most expensive, best for luxury or rare vehicles, so compare RORO vs. shared containers for budget, destination, and vehicle value to find your cheapest option.