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Shipping Cost Estimator

Combine ocean freight, insurance, documentation, handling and local charges into a single all-in shipping cost. Where the Freight Cost Estimator prices the port-to-port ocean leg alone, this tool prices the complete door-to-door logistics bill that feeds your landed cost.

Gantry cranes loading containers onto a vessel at a container terminal
Ship-to-shore gantry cranes working a container vessel โ€” the all-in shipping cost build-up.
Shipment details
No need to enter freight or local charges โ€” Tradloc estimates them for you.
Estimated shipping cost breakdown
Market-average charges for this route.
High confidenceยทLast updated: November 2026ยทMarket averages โ€” not a firm quotation.
Ocean freight
Market average, top-3 carriers
$2,200
Marine insurance
~0.15% of cargo value
$75
Origin charges
THC + BL fee at origin port
$380
Documentation
BL, COO, MSDS handling
$120
Port charges
Destination Jebel Ali
$420
Destination charges
DTHC, local delivery
$620
Estimated total shipping cost
$3,815
Cost per MT
$191
Based on 20 MT
Incoterm
CIF
See advisory below
Tradloc market recommendation

CIF is convenient but the supplier's freight markup is usually 8โ€“15% above market. Ask for FOB comparison.

Disclaimer: Duty & VAT are not included in shipping cost โ€” use the Import Duty Calculator. Local inland delivery beyond the destination port is quoted separately by your forwarder.

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Guide preview

How the Shipping Cost Estimator works

  • All-in shipping cost = ocean freight + origin charges + destination charges.
  • Container utilisation decides whether FCL or LCL is cheaper for your volume.
  • Destination handling and delivery order fees are often overlooked in first budgets.
  • Compare the per-CBM cost of LCL against a full container before deciding.

Example: 18 CBM from China to Dammam: compare the LCL per-CBM total against a 20ft FCL rate to see the break-even point.

Read the full Shipping Cost Estimator guide โ€” steps, worked examples and FAQs

Complete shipping picture, not just freight

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