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FCL vs LCL Cost Calculator

Compare Full Container Load vs Less than Container Load shipping costs across 5 Jebel Ali trade lanes. Rates updated monthly by our operations team.

Rates updated: May 2026 5 trade lanes covered Includes BAF, THC & doc fees 3,400+ UAE exporters used this tool
Estimates are indicative only. Actual rates vary by carrier, commodity, and market conditions. Use this tool for planning — request a live quote for firm pricing.
Shipment Details
Units:
JBL → Felixstowe / UK
~24–28 days sea
JBL → Rotterdam / Europe
~22–26 days sea
JBL → Los Angeles / USA
~14–18 days sea
JBL → Singapore / ASEAN
~7–10 days sea
JBL → Tanjung Priok / Indonesia
~10–14 days sea
CBM
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General
Hazardous
Perishable
High Value
Oversized
Pharma
Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF / FAF)
Fuel surcharge — currently elevated on most lanes
Terminal Handling Charges (THC)
Origin & destination port fees
Documentation & B/L Fees
Bill of Lading, Seaway Bill, courier
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