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Why Choose iContainers for Shipping to Jebel Ali?


  • Middle-East mega-hub. Jebel Ali handled 15.5 million TEU in 2024, making it the region’s busiest container gateway and ninth-largest worldwide. (dpworld.com)
  • Free-zone advantages. Cargo routed via Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) enjoys streamlined customs, 0 % import duty on re-exports and same-day clearance options. (gwwlogistics.com)
  • Sector depth. Over 930 automotive & spare-parts companies and global brands operate here, supporting stable inbound volumes for machinery, electronics and vehicles. (jafza.ae)
  • Seamless multimodal links. Fast road corridors to the GCC plus two world-class cargo airports—DXB (ranked 11th globally for air freight in 2024) and expanding DWC/Al Maktoum. (ttrweekly.com, architecturaldigest.com)

Our Container Shipping Services to Jebel Ali


Full-Container-Load (FCL)


High-volume shippers of electronics, project cargo and automotive units choose sealed 20 ft or 40 ft containers for security and predictable landed costs. Typical port-to-port transits: Los Angeles → Jebel Ali 28–35 days; Rotterdam → Jebel Ali 46–50 days (direct service).


Less-than-Container-Load (LCL)


SMEs moving textiles, luxury goods or hospitality supplies use LCL consolidation via hubs such as Singapore and Port Klang, arriving in Jebel Ali in 10–18 days from South-East Asia.


Alternative: Air Freight to Dubai


Need it in a week? Book air freight into Dubai International (DXB) or Al Maktoum (DWC)—ideal for urgent spares, high-value electronics, or exhibition samples, with 2–6 day airport-to-airport times.

Container shipping rates to Jebel Ali

How much does it cost to ship a container to Jebel Ali?

How Long Does It Take to Ship to Jebel Ali?


  • Ocean FCL/LCL: 10–50 days depending on origin, routing and Gulf congestion.
  • Air Freight: 2–6 days airport-to-airport, plus final clearance.

Popular Routes and Gateways


Primary Arrival PortUN/LocodeNotes
Port of Jebel Ali (AE JEA)Deep-water, 67 berths, 15.5 M TEU 2024.
DXB – Dubai Int’l AirportWorld’s #11 cargo hub (2024).
DWC – Al Maktoum Int’lCargo-first airport, undergoing $35 bn expansion.

Top origin ports: Los Angeles, Houston, New York (US); Rotterdam, Hamburg (EU); Shanghai, Shenzhen (CN); Mumbai, Nhava Sheva (IN).


Five Easy Steps to Book with iContainers


  1. Get an instant quote online for FCL, LCL or air.
  2. Select service level — port-to-port, door pickup, insurance.
  3. Upload documents (invoice, packing list, COO).
  4. Track your shipment 24/7 via dashboard.
  5. Clear & receive in Jebel Ali with on-the-ground support for Free-Zone or mainland delivery.

What Can You Ship to Jebel Ali?


Common commodities


  • Consumer electronics & ICT hardware


  • Automotive parts, vehicles & Ro-Ro units (jafza.ae)


  • Machinery, construction equipment, project cargo


  • Luxury goods, fashion apparel, cosmetics



Restricted / special-permit goods


  • Alcoholic beverages (subject to Dubai Municipality duty & licences)
  • Medical devices & pharmaceuticals (MoH approvals)
  • Media, printed matter and drones (pre-approval required)
  • Dual-use chemicals & lithium batteries (special handling)

FAQs About Shipping Containers to Jebel Ali

What is the cheapest way to ship to Jebel Ali?

For loads under ~15 CBM, consolidated LCL is often cheapest; above that, a 20 ft FCL usually offers lower cost per unit.

Do I need cargo insurance?

It’s optional but highly recommended—especially during Gulf summer when temps exceed 45 °C and heat-related damage risk rises.

Can I re-export duty-free from JAFZA?

Yes. Goods cleared into the free zone can be re-exported without UAE import duty, making Jebel Ali an ideal regional distribution hub.

Ready to connect your supply chain to Jebel Ali?

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