Shipping Cost from San Jose to Frankfurt

The average cost of an international move — including expenses like shipping and moving services — can range from about $3,000 to $18,000 or more. However, smaller moves over shorter distances may cost less, while larger, longer-distance moves may cost more.

Shipping costs from the US to Germany vary widely, from around $13-$20 for budget economy (longer delivery) for small parcels up to $40-$70+ for faster, tracked express services, depending on weight, speed, and carrier, with USPS offering cheaper options for lighter items and FedEx/UPS/DHL providing faster, more expensive choices, plus potential German VAT/duties on arrival.

Shipping furniture is expensive, typically costing $300 to over $1,000 for cross-country moves, varying greatly by size, weight, distance, and service, with small items like chairs sometimes costing $50-$200 via parcel, while large sofas can be $300-$1,500+ using LTL freight or specialized movers. Expect higher prices for long distances, heavy items, and white-glove services, but save money with disassembly or freight consolidation.