Published by Chris Townsend
Last updated Jan, 06 2026
How Much Does It Cost To Ship A Container To Sudan?
You might know from ordering parcels online that the size of your order and the distance it has to travel to come to you affect the delivery cost that is added to your purchasing expense. Well, the same principle applies to shipping a container to any part of the world. The size and the distance to travel as important as they are, aren’t the only things to consider when dispatching a unit to another country. Three Movers haul items to the area and we will help you understand what it all entails.
We provide efficient and low-price international shifting fees. We offer fast dispatching services and terminal handling with top-rated air cargo haulers, Port Sudan, international hauling expenses, and a free account to make your move simple.
Factors That Affect The Charge Of Hauling To The Area
To understand why your dispatching will have its fee, some elements cannot be ignored:
- Distance: Shipping items from Nigeria to the area can’t be the same expense as delivery from Mexico. The farther the distance the higher the cost.
- The volume and weight of the items to be dispatched: The heavier a thing the harder it is to transport. This is why the weight or volume of cargo affects the cost of hauling.
- The type of transportation used: There are different types of transportation and these different types have different expenditures. For example, shifting by air might be more expensive than by road.
- The destination port: Different countries have different tariffs at their different ports. This can contribute to the expense of relocating.
- Peak Shifting Season: The peak delivery season in Sudan is normally between August and October. If you decide to shift during this period, prepare for a surcharge.
Which Size Of Dispatching Unit Works Best For Me?
146 sq ft might seem like a strange number for you but it is a measure of the space in a 20ft receptacle. If that doesn’t help, there are other ways to estimate it. Most relocating containers come in 20 or 40-ft sizes. A 20ft unit can hold all your items if you plan on dispatching the contents of your three-bedroom flat. If you have more load than an average three-bedroom can contain, consider getting a 40ft crate.
If you are moving your household goods, getting a receptacle to yourself is inevitable. In that case, your load will be called a FCL. In other situations, you just want to haul a few things. In this case, you won’t be using a unit alone. Your things will be put together with other clients’ items. This kind of loading is called Less than Full Container Load (LCL).
Instant Rates For Shipping Units To Sudan
Average Receptacle Dispatching Expenses Estimates
FCL hauling is best for transporting lots of boxes, pallets, and anything that will require a full receptacle delivery to an area of up to 45,000 lbs.
| Full Container Load (FCL) Shipping Rates | |
|---|---|
| 20 ft Unit | $1311 |
| 40 ft Unit | $1512 |
LCL shifting is a more affordable way to transport less than receptacle load shipments to the area.
| Less Than Container (LCL) Shipping Rates | |
|---|---|
| LCL | $61/CBM |
| Personal Effects | $615 |
| Household Goods | $714 |
International House moving to the area services - quick, easy, and cheap.
| International House Moving Costs | |
|---|---|
| Partial House (2000Lbs & Less) | $521 |
| 1 Bedroom (3850 Lbs) | $1547 |
| 2 Bedroom (4500 Lbs) | $2445 |
| 3+ Bedroom (8750 Lbs) | $3345 |
International auto transport services to Sudan via RoRo and container ships. Haul cars, trucks, SUVs, ATVs, boats, RV's, heavy equipment, and more.
| Container Car Shipping | |
|---|---|
| Sedan | $945 |
| SUV | $1045 |
| Sedan via RORO | $1454 |
| SUV via RORO | $1557 |
Understanding The Different Types Of Freight Transportation
There are four main types of transportation and they are air, sea, land, and rail. Depending on what you want to haul when you want it to arrive, the landscape of the country, and the expense you are willing to pay, you might pick any of these four options.
In most cases, relocating from another country will involve dispatching from air or sea to a port and then taking the cargo inland by land or rail.
Freight transportation by sea is useful for high-volume shipping items. As air freight transportation, has a stricter weight cap compared to sea transport, it will be better to transport heavy objects by sea. Also, sea transportation is cost-effective.
Freight transportation by air is particularly useful if you want to send time-sensitive items or items that are fragile. Note that generally, air transport is the most expensive method of transportation.
Additional Dispatching Expenditures
Some expenditures might be easy to miss when considering the expense. They are:
- Insurance: When shifting items to another country, insurance is a good idea.
- Custom fees: Sudan has an average import duty of 20% on items. It can be more or less depending on the exact product being imported.
- Inspection: There is a chance that your items will be inspected and that inspection will not be free.
- General Rate Increase (GRI): If relocating demand for a particular route is high, the hauling expense increases. This is GRI and it can influence the cost of repositioning.
- Delivery Times: You might get your initial estimates but you aren’t satisfied with the delivery time. Requesting quicker delivery times will increase the expense of shipping.
What’s Next?
The next thing to do is fill out our online form or give us a call at (888) 202-0036. Three Movers will give you a free quote when you take this step.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cost of shipping a container to Sudan typically ranges from $2,800 to $6,500 for a 20-foot container and $4,800 to $9,200 for a 40-foot container. Pricing is driven by container size, origin port, fuel surcharges, port congestion, and customs fees at Port Sudan. Inland trucking, insurance, and destination handling can add $600 to $2,000. See how overseas pricing compares on our international moving costs page.
Container shipping costs to Sudan are mainly influenced by FCL vs LCL selection, container size (20ft or 40ft), U.S. departure port, seasonal demand, and security surcharges in the Red Sea region. Additional costs often include customs clearance, port handling, documentation, and final-mile delivery within Sudan. Shipments routed through Port Sudan may also face delays that increase storage and demurrage fees.
FCL is usually cheaper per cubic foot when shipping larger volumes to Sudan. A full container avoids consolidation delays and shared port fees common with LCL shipments. LCL may cost less upfront for small loads but often ends up 20–40 percent higher after handling, deconsolidation, and extended port storage charges. Most household and commercial shipments to Sudan choose FCL for predictable pricing and transit.
Shipping a container to Sudan usually takes 30–45 days port to port from the U.S., depending on the origin coast and transshipment routing. East Coast departures are often faster than West Coast routes. Customs clearance at Port Sudan can add 3–10 days, especially if inspections are required. Weather conditions and regional port congestion can further impact delivery timelines.
Yes. Sudan restricts items such as weapons, narcotics, alcohol, counterfeit goods, and some electronics and agricultural products. Shipping prohibited items can lead to seizure, fines, or shipment refusal. Accurate cargo descriptions and documentation are critical. Working with experienced overseas carriers helps reduce compliance risks when planning international shipments.
Yes. Cargo insurance is strongly recommended due to long transit times, multiple handling points, and regional risk factors. Basic carrier liability is limited and often insufficient. Full-value marine insurance typically costs 1–3 percent of declared cargo value and protects against loss, damage, or delays. Insurance is especially important for household goods, machinery, and commercial inventory shipped overseas.
Yes. While exact pricing requires a formal quote, you can estimate costs by factoring container size, origin city, cargo type, and delivery needs. Many shippers use container shipping cost calculator tools for early planning, then confirm final pricing once routes and schedules are lo
