Furniture Shipping Cost from Beijing to San Jose

Using an international courier, also known as express freight is generally more reliable and quicker than by mail, whether it's DHL, UPS or TNT. As a rule of thumb, at about $5 per kilo, express freight is the cheapest shipping mode for packages or small shipments up to about 150 kg.

Shipping a 40ft container from China to the USA typically costs $3,000 to $7,000, but prices fluctuate significantly based on the US coast (West Coast cheaper), seasonality (peak times higher), port pair, and current surcharges, with potential for higher costs during peak demand. Expect rates from roughly $3,000–$6,000 for the West Coast and $4,000–$7,500 for the East Coast, excluding destination charges like customs and inland transport.

Shipping from China to the USA varies greatly, from 1-5 days for express air couriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS) to 1-2 weeks for standard air freight, and 3-6 weeks (or more) for cost-effective sea freight, with factors like customs, holidays, and carrier choice significantly impacting the timeline.