Shipping Container Price List in Saudi Arabia (2026)
Indicative 2026 prices for buying 20FT and 40FT shipping containers in Saudi Arabia — new and used, standard, high cube, reefer, open top and site offices — with what's included and how to get an exact quote.
Quick answer
In 2026, a used 20FT container in Saudi Arabia starts from around SAR 6,900 and a new (one-trip) 20FT from about SAR 12,800. A used 40FT high cube starts near SAR 9,800, reefers from about SAR 24,500, and insulated site-office units from about SAR 32,500. All prices are before 15% VAT and delivery — ask for a same-day written quote for your exact unit.
Key takeaways
- Used 20FT from ~SAR 6,900; new one-trip 20FT from ~SAR 12,800.
- 40FT high cube used from ~SAR 9,800 — more space for the money.
- Reefers (~SAR 24,500) and site offices (~SAR 32,500) cost more because of the kit inside.
- Every price is before 15% VAT and delivery; a written quote fixes your exact figure.
The question we get most is simply: *how much is a container?* Below is an honest, indicative price list for Saudi Arabia in 2026, straight from our own yard stock. Container prices move with global shipping, regional supply and steel costs, so treat these as starting points — the exact figure depends on grade, quantity and where it's delivered. For your real number, ask for a same-day quote.
Shipping container prices in Saudi Arabia (indicative, 2026)
| Container | Size | Grade | From (SAR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard dry | 20FT | Used · Cargo Worthy | 6,900 |
| Standard dry | 20FT | New · One-Trip | 12,800 |
| High cube | 40FT HC | Used · Cargo Worthy | 9,800 |
| High cube | 40FT HC | New · One-Trip | 18,900 |
| Open top | 40FT | Used | 14,800 |
| Refrigerated (reefer) | 20FT | Used · PTI tested | 24,500 |
| Site office (insulated, AC) | 20FT | Converted | 32,500 |
What's included in the price — and what isn't
The unit price covers the container itself at the stated grade, inspected and ready to release. Not included, and quoted separately, are: 15% VAT, delivery (by distance and site access), any modifications (doors, vents, insulation, paint, electrics) and crane or side-loader offload if your site needs it. We itemise all of these so you can see exactly what you're paying for — read what drives container pricing for the full breakdown.
How much does delivery add?
Delivery is priced by distance from our Dammam yard and how reachable your site is. Within the Eastern Province it's modest; to Riyadh, Jeddah or further it's more, and tight or soft ground may need a crane or side-loader. Prepare the site well and you avoid surprises — see our delivery preparation guide.
Which grade should you pay for?
Grade usually moves the price more than size does. If the container will never ship again — storage, a site office, a conversion — a Wind & Watertight or Cargo Worthy used unit is the sensible buy. Pay for new (one-trip) only when you need near-new steel for a premium conversion or long service life. Our new vs used guide explains the grades.
Buying more than one?
Volume pricing kicks in on multiple units — ask where the price breaks are. Contractors and industrial buyers across Dammam, Jubail and Riyadh regularly buy in batches; tell us the quantity up front and we'll price the whole order.
Tell us the type, size, grade and city — we'll send a written price the same working day.
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