How Much Does International Move Cost in Charlotte, NC?

Charlotte pricing is near the national average. Updated for 2026.

Based on local labor rates, humid-subtropical climate conditions, and Charlotte's banking-finance-energy economy.See our methodology

Low End
$1,900
Average
$7,125
High End
$14,250
per move
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International Move Pricing in Charlotte, NC

Charlotte offers near-average pricing for international move, making it a reasonable market for this service. The local banking-finance-energy economy supports a growing labor pool, and the city's 875K population base ensures you can find multiple qualified providers to compare quotes.

Local climate plays a direct role in international move costs here. Mild winters but humid summers increase HVAC and pest control demand; occasional ice storms affect trees and roofs.

Market-specific factors matter in Charlotte: rapid growth has increased demand for all home services; banking hub economy supports premium service providers.

Charlotte has moderate permitting requirements. Depending on the scope of your international move project, you may need local permits. A licensed contractor will handle the permitting process as part of the job in most cases.

Charlotte vs National Average

Charlotte Average
$7,125
National Average
$7,500
Difference
-5%
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What Affects International Move Cost in Charlotte?

Destination

Canada/Mexico: $2,000-$5,000. Europe: $4,000-$10,000. Asia/Australia: $5,000-$15,000. South America: $3,500-$8,000

Method

Air freight: $4-$8/lb. Full container (sea): $3,000-$8,000. Shared container (sea): $1,500-$4,000

Charlotte Market Conditions

rapid growth has increased demand for all home services; banking hub economy supports premium service providers

Local Climate Impact

mild winters but humid summers increase HVAC and pest control demand; occasional ice storms affect trees and roofs

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Top-Rated International Move Pros in Charlotte, NC

5 providers

Apex Roofing & Siding

๐Ÿ† SPONSORED
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.6(98 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ 293 Washington Ave, Charlotte, NC๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 1995
โœ“ Licensedโšก Usually responds in 1 hours

Serving Charlotte and surrounding areas since 1995. Licensed, insured, and committed to quality workmanship at fair prices.

Heritage Plumbing

โญ PREMIUM
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.2(51 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ 620 Commerce Dr, Charlotte, NC๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 2010
โœ“ Licensedโœ“ InsuredBBB: A+โšก Usually responds in 3 hours

Serving Charlotte and surrounding areas since 2010. Licensed, insured, and committed to quality workmanship at fair prices.

Elite Restoration

โœ… VERIFIED
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…4.9(117 reviews)
๐Ÿ“ 421 Center St, Charlotte, NC๐Ÿ—๏ธ Since 2022
โœ“ LicensedBBB: A+โšก Usually responds in 1 hours

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Tips to Save on International Move in Charlotte

  • 1.Sea freight is 70-80% cheaper than air freight
  • 2.Ship only what's worth more than its weight โ€” many items are cheaper to replace abroad
  • 3.Get a shared container (LCL) instead of a full container if you have less than 600 cu ft
  • 4.Sell furniture and buy new abroad โ€” it's often cheaper than shipping
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๐Ÿ“ˆ International Move in Charlotte Cost Trends (2020โ€“2024)

Prices have increased +17.7% over the last 5 years

$6,052
2020
$6,306
2021
$6,716
2022
$6,904
2023
$7,125
2024
YearNational AvgYoY Change
2020$6,052โ€”
2021$6,306+4.2%
2022$6,716+6.5%
2023$6,904+2.8%
2024$7,125+3.2%

Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.

๐Ÿ’ฌ What Did You Pay?

Real costs reported by homeowners for International Move in Charlotte

$7,288
Avg Reported
$5,102
Lowest Reported
$10,568
Highest Reported

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does an international move take?

Air freight: 1-2 weeks door to door. Sea freight: 4-8 weeks for Atlantic crossings, 6-12 weeks for Pacific. Add 1-2 weeks for customs clearance on either end.

Why does international move cost different in Charlotte than other cities?

Charlotte's costs reflect local labor rates driven by the banking-finance-energy economy, humid-subtropical climate conditions that affect materials and scheduling, and moderate permitting requirements. The growing labor market also influences competitive pricing.

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