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Cost of Shipping a Container to Singapore

Published by Chris Townsend

Cost of Shipping a Container to Singapore

How Much Does It Cost To Ship A Container To Singapore?

You might wonder what will influence the cost of the items you want to ship. The two everyday things that affect the price of cargo are the volume or weight of your shipment and the distance it will have to travel to its destination. Many more factors influence the price and we will help you understand it all. Three Movers is a container shipping service company that ships containers overseas to Singapore, and we are in the best position to walk you through the process.

Factors That Affect the Cost

Some factors will affect receptacle hauling expenses because they are the metrics by which shipping is calculated. They are:

  • The volume and weight of the items to be shipped: The heavier or bigger the shipment, the higher the price. Relocating a car and pencil can’t charge the same.
  • The type of transportation used: In human transportation, air travel is more expensive than other means of transportation. This is also true in freight transportation.
  • Distance: The distance the cargo has to travel to reach its destination affects the price of the shipment.
  • The destination port: It would’ve been easier if all ports had uniform tariffs, but that isn’t the reality. The port at which your item arrives will influence the cost of freight.
  • The peak period: The first peak period for international shipping to Singapore is between June and August. The second peak period is December to February, which is the mass load movement before the Chinese New Year. You might be billed at higher rates if you ship during this period.

Which Size of Container Works Best for Me?

You look at the items you intend to ship and don’t know if they will fit into a container or if you need two or more crates. Well, if your cargo consists of the contents of a three-bedroom flat or the equivalent of 48,000 bananas, then you should order a 20-foot receptacle. Anything more than this, like your car and your wife’s car, will need a 40ft crate.

What if your payload isn’t that much and it comprises a few suitcases? Well, there is a loading system for that. It is called Less Than Container Load (LCL). The payment rates for LCL are measured in cubic meters. If you fill a receptacle, your cargo will be categorized as FCL.

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Instant Rates For Shipping Containers To Singapore

Average Container Shipping Rates Estimates

Full Container Load (FCL) Shipping Rates

FCL is best for transporting large boxes, pallets, and anything requiring a full container haulage to Singapore of up to 45,000 lbs.

Full Container Load (FCL) Shipping Rates

20 ft Container$665
40 ft Container$795
Less Than Container (LCL) Shipping Rates

LCL is a more affordable way to transport less than container load shipments to Singapore.

Less Than Container (LCL) Shipping Rates

LCL$62/CBM
Personal Effects$895
Household Goods$1290
International House Moving Costs

International House moving to Singapore services - quick, easy, and cheap.

International House Moving Costs

Partial House (2000Lbs & Less)$595
1 Bedroom (3850 Lbs)$1295
2 Bedroom (4500 Lbs)$2965
3+ Bedroom (8750 Lbs)$3925
Container Car Shipping

International auto transport services to Singapore via RoRo and container ships. Ship cars, trucks, SUVs, ATVs, boats, RV's, heavy equipment, and more.

Container Car Shipping

Sedan via RORO$895
SUV via RORO$940
Sedan (Container)$1360
SUV (Container)$1565

Understanding The Different Types of Freight Transportation

International shipping involves air and sea transport, which are the most common methods of transporting goods into a country. Land transportation is used when cargo comes from a neighboring country with a land border. In this case, cargo can enter Singapore by land through Malaysia.

Goods transported by sea are the most common means of transporting high-volume cargo into the country. This is because large items up to 10,000kg can be shipped by ocean freight. It is also cost-effective. If you have many things to ship, consider using sea freight.

If your items are fragile, time-sensitive, or very small, air freight is a suitable choice. Note, that freight by air is usually more expensive than sea transportation.

Additional Charges

Sometimes, costs are added to the estimate that you are given. If you want to know where these costs come from, look below:

  • Insurance: You might have to pay extra for peace of mind, which insurance gives.
  • Custom fees: Singapore has an import fee of 7% based on the value of imported goods.
  • Inspection: If your shipment is inspected, you might have to pay extra for that inspection.
  • General Rate Increase (GRI): Certain moving routes incur higher rates due to the high traffic that passes that route. Security also affects the GRI.
  • Delivery Times: The faster you need your items delivered, the higher the shipping cost will be.

What’s Next?

Your next step is to get help from Three Movers. Call us at (888) 202-0036 or fill out our online form for a free quote.

Three Movers cargo container and freight delivery services to Singapore

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Chris Townsend is a moving professional and relocation expert that has more than 10 years of experience in the moving industry. With a background that includes working in virtually every aspect of the company, he has distinguished himself as an integral part of our operations with expertise in all things related to moving. Chris has a keen eye for detail and brings intelligence and passion to every project he’s involved with.

While getting his degree in communications from Santa Clara University, Chris started out with the company working in the field as part of our team of professional moving associates. Following graduation, he was promoted to our main office, where he has thrived in a role that involves increasing responsibility and requires him to wear many different hats. Some days, you may find him answering the phone and providing moving estimates, others he may be writing for our moving blog, and another day he may be coordinating a large corporate moving job or helping us with our marketing efforts. Chris has authored many of our in-depth moving guides, as well as provided our clients with information and advice to handle the complexities of their upcoming moving plans. Simply put, there’s nothing he can’t do and we wouldn’t be where we are today without him.

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Customer Testimonials

Michael Alvarado
Shipping a Container to Singapore - Excellent Service!
★★★★★

I recently shipped a container to Singapore, and the process was seamless from start to finish! As the capital city of Singapore, it has so much to offer with its stunning Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, and vibrant cityscape. The moving service was not only fast but also incredibly professional. I was kept informed throughout the entire process, and my items arrived in perfect condition. I highly recommend using this service for anyone looking to ship containers to Singapore. Top-notch experience!

Bobby Astudillo
Smooth Container Shipping to Singapore’s Largest City
★★★★★

Shipping a container to Singapore was a great experience. Singapore’s second-largest city, Jurong, has such an industrial yet modern charm, and having our goods delivered safely and quickly to this thriving area was a relief. The entire team made sure that everything was handled with care, and the entire process was transparent and efficient. I appreciated the excellent customer service and the on-time delivery. Definitely my go-to choice for shipping containers to Singapore!

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