Tool
Shipping Methods Comparison
Sea, air or land? Compare the pricing unit, transit time and suitability for your cargo.
Comparison data
Transit time varies by destination and season. Don’t know the volume? Work it out with the CBM calculator.
| Mode | Pricing unit | Your shipment basis | Usual transit | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choose the destination and enter the weight or volume to see the comparison. | ||||
| Criterion | Sea | Air | Land |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost level | Lowest per cubic metre | Highest per kilogram | Medium |
| Pricing unit | Cubic metre | Chargeable weight | Volume or payload |
| Suited to | Furniture and heavy goods | Urgent and high-value parcels | Neighbouring countries by road |
| Common restrictions | Needs clearance at the port | Strict limits on liquids and batteries | Depends on land borders being open |
This tool identifies the unit your price is calculated on only — it does not issue a final price. The price is set in a written quote once the nature of the cargo, the destination, the shipping season and destination charges are known. The comparison is based on market averages. Differences change with the season and carrier capacity.
Request the written quote
Send the unit shown here with your cargo details and receive a quote showing the price, transit time and what’s included.