Shipping from Canada to Australia depends on weight and dimensions, destination, speed, and carrier. Use the cost simulator below to estimate pricing (for up to 20 kg/ 44 pounds). Review shipping options and duty free import via CPTPP.
| Weight | Postal Surface | Postal Air | Air Courier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 kg | $CAD 45 | $CAD 85 | $CAD 141 |
| 5 kg | $CAD 140 | $CAD 190 | $CAD 203 |
| 10 kg | $CAD 187 | $CAD 294 | $CAD 338 |
| 15 kg | $CAD 242 | $CAD 389 | $CAD 459 |
| 20 kg | $CAD 297 | $CAD 484 | $CAD 561 |
Estimated general shipping costs in $CAD. Actual price is determined by carrier discount, shipment size, fuel and other applicable surcharges. Contact our team for a rate consultation.
Best Ways to Ship from Canada to Australia
Postal Options (Best for Individuals & Small Parcels)
Postal Air is typically 1–2 weeks; Postal Surface can be 1–2 months. Ideal for personal items and low-value parcels, with simpler drop-off but fewer time-definite guarantees.
Air Courier (Fastest, Strong Tracking)
Air Courier is usually 2–4 business days to metro areas. Best for commercial shipments, proactive tracking, and delivery certainty. Volume discounts can reduce cost significantly.
Air Freight & Ocean Freight (Heavier/B2B)
For shipments beyond small-parcel limits, consider air freight (about 3–7 days port-to-port) or ocean (1-3 months door-to-door). LCL shares a container; FCL offers dedicated space and predictable costs.
Duties, Taxes & Country of Origin
Duty is driven by the HS code, the goods’ country of origin (where made or substantially transformed), and the import program used. The country you ship from (Canada) is not always the origin. Confirm documentation (invoice details and any origin statements) before shipping to avoid delays.
Benefit from CPTPP: Duty-Free Entry for Eligible Canadian Goods into Australia
Canada and Australia are members of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). If your product meets the rules of origin, you can often claim preferential (reduced or zero) duty when importing into Australia.
What you need to qualify
- Origin Qualification: Goods must be wholly obtained or substantially transformed per the product-specific rule (e.g., tariff shift and/or regional value content).
- Proof of Origin:
- Records: Keep bills of materials, supplier declarations, costings, and rulings to support your claim.
- Correct HS Code: Classification drives both the tariff and the origin rule. Validate early.
Which Shipping Mode Should I Choose? Postal vs Courier vs Air Freight vs Ocean
Each transport mode balances speed, cost, size limits, and handling. Use the matrix below to choose the best fit for your shipment from Canada to Australia.
| Mode | Best For | Typical Transit* | Pros | Watch-outs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postal Surface | Non-urgent personal parcels, low value | ~1–2 months | Lowest cost; wide access points | Slow; limited tracking; size/value limits |
| Postal Air | Individuals & micro-sellers | ~1–2 weeks | Affordable; simpler export | Less predictable than courier; add-on fees vary |
| Air Courier | Time-sensitive B2B, higher value, robust tracking | ~2–4 business days | Fastest small-parcel; customs brokerage integrated | Higher per-kg cost; dimensional weight applies |
| Air Freight | 250–2,000 kg and urgent pallets | ~3–7 days port-to-port | Predictable timelines; secure handling | Origin/destination fees add up; needs forwarder |
| Ocean (LCL/FCL) | Bulky cargo; cost-sensitive projects | Several weeks door-to-door | Lowest per-kg for large volumes | Long lead times; variable surcharges & port congestion |
*Transit ranges are typical and can vary by origin/destination, season, capacity, and customs processing.
Bulk Shipping, Storage and Distribution Across Australia
As your shipping volume grows, optimizing for consolidation, warehousing, and last-mile distribution in Australia becomes critical. Bulk shipping from Canada can reduce per-unit costs dramatically while providing flexibility to fulfill customer orders locally.
1. Consolidation and Bulk Shipping from Canada
Aggregate multiple orders/SKUs into one large freight movement—by air or ocean. Air Freight Consolidation: High-value or replenishment goods; 3–7 days port-to-port.
2. Warehousing and Storage in Australia
Establish forward inventory hubs or use 3PL storage fulfillment.
3. Domestic Distribution Network
Combine national parcel carriers for speed and cost control.
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