Mattress Shipping Cost from New Delhi to Iowa

Shipping from India to the USA costs vary widely, from around ₹300-₹2,000+ (approx. $4-$25+) for small documents/packages via postal services (like India Post/USPS) to ₹2,500-₹4,800+ (approx. $30-$60+) for 1kg via major couriers (DHL, FedEx), and even more for heavier/larger shipments, with freight containers starting at thousands of dollars. Prices depend heavily on weight, speed (express vs. standard), courier choice (FedEx, DHL, local), and if it's document or merchandise.

Air freight delivers in ~7–14 days but at a high per‑kg cost. Sea freight (FCL/LCL) is cheaper for bulky loads but takes ~25–45 days. For small parcels, economy courier (India Post, Aramex) takes ~5–10 business days.

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).