Freight Rates India to Gulf | FCL Shipping & Transit Times
Gulf's imports from India in 2024 were about US$45.2B. Direct sailings like India → Gulf can be as low as 7–13 days. Get live prices, schedules and documents.
Total trade
US$45.2B
Gulf imports from India, 2024 (UN Comtrade/DGCIS)
Two-way trade
US$180.5B
Two-way trade 2024/25
Typical transit
7–13 days
Direct services ~7–10d; Transshipment up to ~13d.
Port throughput
15.1M TEU
Jebel Ali (Dubai) handles 15.1M+ TEU annually. World's 9th busiest container port. Major gateway for India-Gulf trade.
Trade Snapshot: India → Gulf
Updated: 2025-12-08
Top Commodities Traded (India → Gulf)
From DGCI&S / analysis briefs & sector reports
Mineral Fuels & Oils (HS-27)
Crude petroleum, refined products, natural gas. Major import from Gulf region. US$28.5B (2024).
Organic Chemicals (HS-29)
Petrochemicals, chemical products, intermediates. US$6.2B (2024).
Plastics & Polymers (HS-39)
Plastic resins, polymers, plastic articles. US$4.1B (2024).
Pearls & Precious Stones (HS-71)
Diamonds, gold, precious metals. Dubai is major trading hub. US$3.8B (2024).
Major Ports & Transit Benchmarks
Benchmarks are indicative; use live schedules for ETAs
Origins (India):
Destinations (Gulf):
Carriers:
| Port Pair | Service | Transit | Cut-off (typ.) | Free Days | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nhava Sheva → Dubai | Direct | 7–10 days | VGM D-2 / CY D-1 | 14–21 | |
| Mundra → Jebel Ali | Direct | 8–11 days | VGM D-2 / CY D-1 | 14–21 | |
| Chennai → Dammam | Direct / T/S | 9–13 days | VGM D-2 / CY D-1 | 14–21 |
Instant Rate Levels
Spot all-in (Ocean+BAF) illustration; excludes local charges & taxes
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