Furniture Shipping Cost from San Jose, California to Zurich

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 US to Switzerland costs vary widely, from around $20 for small, light items (like 1 lb via economy services) to $75-$100+ for heavier parcels, depending heavily on speed (days vs. weeks) and carrier (USPS, UPS, FedEx), with faster options like UPS Worldwide Saver starting around $45-$50 but quicker delivery, while budget services ( GlobalPost, Asendia ) can be cheaper but take 1-3 weeks. Expect $25-$40 for 1-2 lb packages via standard international mail and $70-$90+ for 3-5 lb packages, with rates increasing significantly with weight and urgency.

Local shipping costs between $300 and $800 per piece, while international rates range from $1,000 to $4,500 per item. Professional moving companies charge $25 to $50 per person per hour. If you want someone to pack your belongings before moving them, expect to pay an additional $150 to $750 for packing services.