Shipping from China to Saudi Arabia: July 2026 Rates & Guide
Your cargo gateway for ocean FCL/LCL, SABER / FASAH customs clearance, and GCC transport from China to Jeddah Islamic Port, King Abdulaziz Port Dammam, and Riyadh.
Streamlined Freight & Customs Solutions connecting China and Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is the largest market in the GCC. All commercial imports require SABER product certification and FASAH platform clearance under Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) with 15% Saudi VAT. Speedline Logistics manages your SABER COC certificates, FASAH filings, and door-to-door delivery across Saudi Arabia.
Shipping Modes & July 2026 Update
For July 2026, ocean FCL container transit to Jeddah Islamic Port (Red Sea) or Dammam (Arabian Gulf) takes 16 to 22 days. Container rates run $5,085–$6,215 per 20GP and $6,615–$8,085 per 40HQ (as published in Sino Shipping data).
| Shipping Mode | Cost (Estimated Market Average) | Transit Time | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea FCL (20GP) | $5,085–$6,215 | 16–22 Days | Via Jeddah / Dammam / King Abdullah Port |
| Sea FCL (40HQ) | $6,615–$8,085 | 16–22 Days | Best per-CBM value |
| Sea LCL | $95 / cbm | 20–26 Days | Consolidated cargo |
| Air Freight – RUH/JED | $5.50–$8.50 / kg | 3–5 Days | Priority to Riyadh or Jeddah Airport |
| Express Courier | $11.00 / kg | 3–5 Days | Door-to-door parcels |
Note: Freight rates and per-kg prices shown above are estimated market averages. Actual shipping costs depend on cargo volume, weight, commodity type, packaging, and seasonal surcharges. For exact, real-time rates tailored to your specific shipment, please Contact Us or Get a Custom Quote.
Sea Freight via Jeddah, Dammam & King Abdullah Port
Jeddah Islamic Port handles Western Saudi Arabia and Riyadh-bound imports via rail, while King Abdulaziz Port Dammam serves the Eastern Province. King Abdullah Port (KAEC) is a high-efficiency deep-water hub.
| Port Gateway | Transit Time | Region Served | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeddah Islamic Port | 16–20 Days | Jeddah, Makkah, Riyadh | Primary Red Sea container hub |
| Port of Dammam | 18–22 Days | Eastern Province & Dammam | Primary Arabian Gulf hub |
| King Abdullah Port | 16–20 Days | KAEC & Western Region | Automated deep-water port |
Air Freight to Riyadh (RUH) & Jeddah (JED)
King Khalid International Airport Riyadh (RUH) and King Abdulaziz International Airport Jeddah (JED) handle direct cargo flights from Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen.
| Airport Gateway | IATA | Transit | July 2026 Rate (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riyadh King Khalid | RUH | 3–5 Days | $5.50 – $8.50 / kg |
| Jeddah King Abdulaziz | JED | 3–5 Days | $5.50 – $8.50 / kg |
All-Inclusive Door-to-Door DDP Shipping
Our Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) service handles your complete supply chain from Chinese suppliers to your Saudi warehouse, managing SABER certification, FASAH custom clearance, 15% VAT, and inland transportation.
| Service Layer | Handled by Speedline | Customer Action |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Supplier pickup, packing list, SABER COC filing | Provide supplier details |
| Freight | FCL/LCL ocean via Jeddah/Dammam or air via RUH | None |
| Saudi Customs | FASAH customs declaration, 15% VAT payment | Provide CR / Commercial Registration |
| Delivery | Distribution to Riyadh/Jeddah/Dammam/Madinah | Receive goods |
Saudi Customs, SABER Platform & 15% VAT
Imports to Saudi Arabia must comply with SASO standards registered on SABER portal (Product COC and Shipment COC). Standard Saudi VAT is 15% across all commercial goods.
| Product Category | Customs Duty | Saudi VAT | Regulatory Compliance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronics & Appliances | 5.0% | 15% | SABER COC & SASO IECEE |
| Textiles & Apparel | 5.0% – 12.0% | 15% | SABER Textile Certificate |
| Machinery & Equipment | 0.0% – 5.0% | 15% | SABER Machinery Certificate |
| Building Materials | 5.0% – 15.0% | 15% | SABER Building Quality Mark |
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About Speedline
Speedline Logistics is a licensed customs broker and international freight forwarder specializing in container shipping and all-inclusive Saudi Arabia DDP door-to-door logistics with SABER platform support.
Frequently Asked Questions — Shipping China to Saudi Arabia
Ocean container transit from China to Jeddah or Dammam ports typically takes 16 to 22 days.
SABER is Saudi Arabia’s mandatory online portal for issuing Product Certificate of Conformity (PCOC) and Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCOC) required for customs clearance.
Yes — our DDP service covers SABER filing, FASAH customs clearance, all import duties, 15% Saudi VAT, and last-mile delivery to your warehouse in Riyadh, Jeddah, or Dammam.
Saudi commercial imports are subject to GCC common customs duties (typically 5%) plus 15% Saudi VAT (ZATCA).