Mattress Shipping Cost from Shanghai to Omaha, Nebraska

Ocean freight from Shanghai to the USA takes 15 to 40 days (port-to-port), depending on the type of load (FCL or LCL) and the port of arrival – West Coast is generally faster to reach from China than East Coast ports. Air freight is much faster, with expedited options ranging from 1 to 3 days.

Shipping from China to the USA varies hugely in cost, from ~$20 for small parcels via postal service (USPS) to $2,500-$6,000+ for a 20/40ft ocean container, with air freight averaging $5-$8/kg, depending on speed, size, weight, and chosen carrier (like DHL, FedEx, UPS for small items or freight forwarders for larger shipments). Expect 3-5 days for express air, 15-40 days for sea freight, and always compare quotes from freight forwarders for the best rates.

In this case, the ships will go in a southern direction from China, and sail via the Indian Ocean and the Cape of Good Hope. Consequently, the ships can set direction to Western Europe, the East Coast of the U.S., the Suez Canal, the Gulf and the Mediterranean area.