Shipping from Canada to Australia in 2026 is governed by chargeable weight, transit urgency, and CPTPP trade benefits. Use our updated cost simulator to compare rates for parcels up to 20 kg (44 lbs) and discover the best carrier for your destination.
Canada to Australia Shipping Cost Estimator
| Weight (kg) | Postal Surface | Postal Air | Air Courier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 kg | $45.00 | $85.00 | $141.00 |
| 5 kg | $140.00 | $190.00 | $203.00 |
| 10 kg | $187.00 | $294.00 | $338.00 |
| 20 kg | $297.00 | $484.00 | $561.00 |
Note: Costs are in $CAD. Estimates include standard fuel surcharges but exclude Australian GST or remote area fees. Actual rates depend on your specific dimensions and carrier discounts.
Best Shipping Options: Choosing the Right Mode
Postal Services (Canada Post)
Best for individuals and small parcels under 2 kg. Postal Air (1–2 weeks) is affordable for low-value items, while Surface (1–2 months) offers the lowest possible cost for non-urgent shipments.
Priority Air Courier
Standard delivery to major hubs like Sydney or Melbourne in 2–4 business days. Ideal for commercial shipments, high-value goods, and shipments requiring end-to-end visibility.
Dry Ice Shipping: Biomedical & Food Logistics
Shipping temperature-sensitive materials like biomedical samples or specialty frozen foods to Australia requires specialized "Dangerous Goods" (UN1845) handling.
Jet Worldwide manages the complex compliance and specialized packaging needed for long-haul air transport. Learn about our Cold Chain solutions.
Air Freight Shipping to Australia
Jetship provides spot quotes for air shipments as small as 20 kilograms.
Australian Logistics for Canadian companies
With our Jet Worldwide partner in Australia, we can offer logistics support including storage and Australian domestic distribution.
Leveraging CPTPP: Duty-Free Shipping to Australia
Thanks to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), most goods wholly produced in Canada can enter Australia duty-free. To qualify for preferential treatment, your shipment must include a valid certification of origin on the commercial invoice.
Compliance Checklist:
- Verify the Rules of Origin for your specific HS code.
- Ensure the commercial invoice clearly states the Country of Origin.
- Keep supporting documentation (Bill of Materials) for at least 5 years.
Providing integrated 3PL, warehousing, and domestic distribution across Australia.
