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Shipping a small parcel from Los Angeles to Sydney can easily cost more than the item itself. Many Australian businesses report sudden rate jumps, long transit times, or parcels getting stuck in customs when shipping from the USA to Australia.
If you sell products online or import products in small batches, choosing the right courier can make a big difference. It influences your final shipping cost, delivery speed, and the likelihood of smooth customs clearance. This guide breaks down how to compare major couriers and find the most affordable way to ship a package from the USA to Australia.
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Get a Quote NowThe cheapest option for sending small parcels from the USA to Australia is usually USPS First-Class International, while FedEx, UPS, and DHL offer faster delivery for a higher price. The table below compares each courier by speed, tracking, and suitability so you can quickly narrow down the best fit for your shipment.
Most small parcels sent from the USA to Australia cost anywhere from $17.85 to $120, depending on the courier, service speed, and parcel weight.
Below are typical 2024–2025 price ranges for packages under 5kg.
You can compare these prices in real time through Couriers & Freight to find the most cost-effective option for each shipment.
The table below shows how the major couriers compare on delivery speed, tracking, and price for small parcels sent from the USA to Australia. This comparison helps you quickly see which option is cheapest and which provides the fastest delivery.
USPS is normally the lowest-cost option for small parcels, while FedEx, UPS, and DHL provide faster transit times with full tracking. You can compare these services side-by-side through Couriers & Freight to check real-time rates before booking.
Couriers & Freight offers a range of air freight services from the USA to Australia, covering everything from urgent deliveries to budget-friendly bulk shipments. Each service is suited to a different parcel size, deadline, or handling requirement, helping businesses choose the most cost-effective option for their shipment.
You can compare all services in one dashboard through Couriers & Freight and check real-time rates before booking.
FedEx is generally cheaper for parcels under 5kg. UPS can be more cost-effective for heavier freight, especially when using Worldwide Saver or Expedited services.
For small parcels, USPS is generally the cheapest. Regular shippers can compare live rates through Couriers & Freight to find a lower option for each shipment.
FedEx economy air freight typically costs $15–$20 per kg, depending on parcel size, route, and any optional services like insurance.
Express couriers such as FedEx International Priority and DHL Express often deliver in 3–5 business days. Economy services can take up to 10 business days. You can check estimated delivery windows through Couriers & Freight before booking.
Yes. FedEx, UPS, DHL, and USPS all provide tracking numbers. Couriers & Freight allows you to follow your parcel in real time from pickup to delivery.
Couriers & Freight makes shipping from the USA to Australia simple. You can compare rates from FedEx, UPS, DHL, and USPS, book shipments online, and track them from pickup to delivery.
The platform helps you reduce costs, avoid delays, and see exactly where your parcel is at every step. Get an instant quote and choose the service that suits your shipment.
Save money on your next USA–Australia shipment with real-time courier comparisons from Couriers & Freight.
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MHP
No Surcharge*
$16.50
$14
$15.50
$0
$15.50
$14.75
$0
$0
$0
$0
MHP Large Item
No Surcharge*
$16.50
$75
$62
$62
$60.10
$14.75
$0
$0
$0
$0
Residential Pickup
No Surcharge*
$6
$0
$9
--
$9
$10.60
$0
$0
$0
$38.50
Reidential pick up 30-99kgs
No Surcharge*
$63
$0
$9
$0
$9
$74.15
$20
Won't carry
Won't carry
$38.50
Residential pick up 100kgs+
No Surcharge*
$198
$0
$9
$0
$9
$158.87
$50
Won't carry
Won't carry
$38.50
Residential Delivery up to 29kgs
No Surcharge*
$6
$0
$9
--
$9.00
$10.60
$0
$0
$0
$38.50
Residential Delivery up 30-99kgs
No Surcharge*
$63
$0
$9
$0
$9
$74.15
$20
Won't carry
Won't carry
$38.50
Residential Delivery 100kgs+
No Surcharge*
$198
$0
$9
--
$9
$158.57
$50
Won't carry
Won't carry
$38.50
Tail Lift Pick up 50-99kgs Sydney / Melbourne
No Surcharge*
$45
$50-$250
$88
$88
$88
$44.07
$120
Won't carry
Won't carry
$61.50
Tail Lift Pick up 100-299kgs Sydney / Melbourne
No Surcharge*
$85
$50-$250
$88
$88
$88
$44.07
$120
Won't carry
Won't carry
$61.50
Tail Lift Pick up 300-499kgs Sydney / Melbourne
No Surcharge*
$120
$50-$250
$88
$88
$88
$44.07
$120
Won't carry
Won't carry
$61.50
Tail Lift Pick up 500kgs + Sydney / Melbourne
No Surcharge*
$250
$50-$250
$88
$88
$88
$44.07
$120
Won't carry
Won't carry
$61.50
Tail Lift Delivery 50-99kgs Sydney / Melbourne
No Surcharge*
$45
$50-$250
$88
$88
$88
$44.07
$120
Won't carry
Won't carry
$61.50
Tail Lift Delivery 100-299kgs Sydney / Melbourne
No Surcharge*
$85
$50-$250
$88
$88
$88
$44.07
$120
Won't carry
Won't carry
$61.50
Tail Lift Delivery300-499kgs Sydney / Melbourne
No Surcharge*
$120
$50-$250
$88
$88
$88
$44.07
$120
Won't carry
Won't carry
$61.50
Tail Lift Delivery 500kgs + Sydney / Melbourne
No Surcharge*
$250
$50-$250
$88
$88
$88
$44.07
$120
Won't carry
Won't carry
$61.50
Dead weight over 32KGS carton freight
No Surcharge*
$16.50
$75
$70
$70
$70
$14.75
$0
Won't carry
Won't carry
$0
Oversize Surcharge 1.20 - 1.54
No Surcharge*
--
$0
$0
$0
$0
$5.40
$10
$15
Won't carry
$0
Oversize Surcharge 1.55 - 1.85
No Surcharge*
$17
$20
$0
$0
$0
$11.93
$10
$15
Won't carry
$0
Oversize Surcharge 1.86 - 2.20
No Surcharge*
$37
$40
$0
$0
$0
$11.93
$10
Won't carry
Won't carry
$0
Pallet Surcharge
No Surcharge*
--
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
Won't carry
Won't carry
$0
Hand Unload Fee Carton
No Surcharge*
--
$0
$70
$70
$70
$47
$0
Won't carry
Won't carry
$61.50
Western Australia Regional Surcharge
No Surcharge*
%10
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
*Surcharges may apply to areas/deimensions not listed
**Prices correct of 16th September 2024
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