Furniture Shipping Cost from Baltimore, Maryland to Abu Dhabi

On average, the cost to ship furniture and personal effects to Dubai starts from £1,058 for a small shipment via shared container and from £2,857 for a larger shipment via full 20ft container. Your final cost will depend on the size of your shipment and your required services.

Ocean freight shipping Ocean shipping is a great option for bulkier shipments since it offers much more space than air for a lower price. Depending on how large your shipments are, and how frequently you ship, you can choose either LCL (less than a container load) or FCL (full container load).

Shipping from the USA to the UAE varies widely in price, from around $10-$30 for small, light items via budget options (8-14 days) to $100+ for faster express services (3-5 days), depending heavily on weight, dimensions, speed, and carrier like USPS, FedEx, UPS, or DHL. Expect to pay roughly $20-$40 for a 1-2 lb package, while heavier items (e.g., 10 lbs) can range from $70-$100+, plus potential 5% customs duties.