Shipping times and costs from Chicago, United States of America to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
1 Bedroom flat
Shipping costs by air £14,178 - £15,670
Shipping costs by sea £7,443 - £8,227
3 Bedroom house
Shipping costs by air N/A
Shipping costs by sea £11,451 - £12,657
5 Bedroom house
Shipping costs by air N/A
Shipping costs by sea £17,177 - £18,985
Please note: the prices listed here are meant as an estimate only. The best way to get a comprehensive, tailored quote is to fill out our form and be matched with a supplier.
Shipping Container Costs to Malaysia
You’ll be pleased to know that shipping items to Malaysia is relatively simple. On the one hand, you can use sea freight, which is the cheapest option by far. Alternatively, if you’re in a bit of a rush, you can opt for air freight – but this will cost roughly 12-16 times more. Overall, shipping costs to Kuala Lumpur are usually pretty reasonable, but the final price will depend on what you’re shipping, where you’re travelling to and from, and how much you’re moving.
How to get quotes for shipping to Kuala Lumpur
Want a more accurate idea of how much shipping to Kuala Lumpur will cost you? We can help with that – all you have to do is fill out this short form. Once you’ve filled out the form:- You’ll be asked a few questions about your journey
- If we have shipping partners who can help you, they’ll contact you with quotes
- You’ll then be able to compare quotes and pick the deal that suits you best
Should you choose sea freight or air freight?
There are pros and cons to both options – you just have to figure out which one works best for you.Benefits of sea freight
- A 99.99% safety record
- Sea freight is typically around 12-16 times cheaper than air freight
- You’re usually able to fit more in a shipping container than on a cargo plane
- A container ship creates 44 times less CO2 than a plane
- The International Maritime Organisation has pledged to reduce CO2 emissions from shipping by 40% by 2030
Benefits of air freight
- An equal 99.99% safety record
- Faster than sea freight
Clearing customs at the Malaysian border
All goods passing through Malaysia’s borders must be declared in Customs Form No.1, regardless of whether or not they are subject to customs duties.Each declaration must outline the number of items in the shipment, include a detailed description of the goods (including packaging, value, weight, dimensions, country of origin), and confirm the destination they’re headed to.For relocation purposes, items being shipped to Malaysia should be classified as either ‘household items’ or ‘personal items’. You can find out which items fall under these categories by visiting the government website.There’s also a list of restricted import/export items, which are classified as either ‘absolutely prohibited’, ‘strictly prohibited’, or ‘prohibited with exceptions’. It’s worth checking with your local embassy or the Malaysian government website which items fall under these categories before you ship your belongings to Kuala Lumpur.
Is there a shipping port in Kuala Lumpur?
Port Kelang is the main port of Malaysia, sitting just 23 miles northeast of Kuala Lumpur. If you’re moving to Malaysia, chances are your things will be shipped here. There are a few additional shipping ports in nearby areas of Malaysia, including The Port of Port Dickson, The Port of Sungai Udang, The Port of Teluk Ramunia, and The Port of Muar.
Will COVID-19 restrictions impact shipping?
Before setting off to Kuala Lumpur, you should contact the Malaysian embassy and your airline to find out which quarantine procedures are currently put in place for visitors. These will likely vary, depending on where you’re travelling from.COVID-19 restrictions and regulations have also caused worldwide delays in the shipping industry, so make sure to give your items plenty of time to arrive.Shipping Container Options
20Ft Shipping Container
Dimensions:
33 Cubic Meters
5.9m x 2.35m x 2.39m (l x w x h)
Price: £11,451 - £12,657
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Dimensions:
67 Cubic Meters
12.03m x 2.35m x 2.39m (l x w x h)
Price: £21,757 - £24,048
Get a quote for a 40ft container Get Shipping Container QuotesCar shipped by sea freight
Max Dimensions: 5.75m x 2.2m x 2.2m (l x w x h)
Base Price: £3,544 - £3,918
Quarantine & Taxes: £1,000 - £2,500
Price: £13,551 - £17,907
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