Shipping times and costs from Washington, D.C., United States of America to Leeds, United Kingdom

Shipping times
1 - 3 Days by air
10 - 15 Days by sea

1 Bedroom flat

Shipping costs by air £4,290 - £4,742
Shipping costs by sea £2,252 - £2,490

3 Bedroom house

Shipping costs by air N/A
Shipping costs by sea £3,465 - £3,830

5 Bedroom house

Shipping costs by air N/A
Shipping costs by sea £5,198 - £5,746

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 United Kingdom

Leeds is one of the largest cities in the United Kingdom with a history that can be traced back to the 5th century. The city is home to over 30 national and international banks, making it an important financial hub, as well as being the second largest legal centre in the U.K. The weather during the summer months is usually mild with some rainfall and the winters are cold with the possibility of frost and snow. This vibrant city boasts many shopping centres, both indoor and outdoor, attracting countless shoppers from the Yorkshire area. The city’s landmarks include the City Square, the exquisite Tudor-Jacobean style house Temple Newsam, the Grand Theatre and Kirkstall Abbey. Leeds has several museums of note, which include the Leeds City Museum, Armley Mills Industrial Museum and Thackray Museum. Sports fans will have no trouble finding a new team to support in Leeds, as the city has a football, rugby and cricket club. The city is also home to theatres that house well-known dance companies, such as The Phoenix Dance Theatre and the Northern Ballet Theatre.

Moving to Leeds should be very simple. For those who aren’t sure what size shipping container to use, here is a gauge: A 20-foot container should accommodate the belongings from inside a 3-bedroom house. For those of you with more to ship, a 40-foot container could hold the contents of a 3-bedroom house plus a car, or a 4 to 5-bedroom house.

Shipping Container Options

20Ft Shipping Container

Dimensions:
33 Cubic Meters
5.9m x 2.35m x 2.39m (l x w x h)

Price: £3,465 - £3,830

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  • Boxes
    16 x medium boxes
  • Kitchen
    1 x american fridge, 1 x small fridge, 3 x kitchen appliances
  • Bedrooms
    1 x wardrobe, 1 x double bed, 1 x single bed, 2 x lamps
  • Lounge
    1 x sofa, 4 x chairs, 1 x table, 1 x armchair, 1 x television
  • Various
    1 x motorbike, 4 x bicycles

Please note that this is an estimate and is intended for rough guidance only.

40Ft Shipping Container

Dimensions:
67 Cubic Meters
12.03m x 2.35m x 2.39m (l x w x h)

Price: £6,584 - £7,278

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  • Boxes
    28 x medium boxes
  • Kitchen
    1 x american fridge, 1 x small fridge, 3 x kitchen appliances
  • Bedroom
    1 x wardrobe, 1 x double bed, 1 x single bed, 2 x lamps
  • Lounge
    1 x sofa, 4 x chairs, 1 x table, 1 x armchair, 1 x television
  • Various
    1 x car, 1 x motorbike, 4 x bicycles

Please note that this is an estimate and is intended for rough guidance only.

Car shipped by sea freight

Max Dimensions: 5.75m x 2.2m x 2.2m (l x w x h)

Base Price: £1,073 - £1,186

Quarantine & Taxes: £1,000 - £2,500

Price: £5,565 - £9,080

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Unusual Restricted Items

Illegal Drugs
All illegal drugs are banned.
Offensive Weapons
All offensive weapons e.g. flick knives are banned.
Self-defence Sprays
Self-defence sprays e.g. pepper spray and CS gas are banned.
Products from Protected Species
Endangered animal and plant species are prohibited.
Rough Diamonds
Rough diamonds are banned.
Indecent and Obscene Material
All indecent and obscene materials are banned.