Shipping from Hawaii to Tuvalu

50 lb package shipping costs: Summary The cheapest way to ship a 50 lb package using Express services is the USPS Priority Mail Express 1-Day, which costs $374.75. The average cost to ship a 50 lb package using Ground services is $83.32. The average cost to ship a 50 lb package using Express services is $462.78.

Getting a package from Hawaii to the mainland U.S. can take anywhere from 1-3 days for expedited air (like USPS Priority Express) to 2-8 days with standard air (Priority Mail, Ground Advantage), but if it's shipped via slower, ground/sea transport (USPS Ground Advantage/First Class Package Service), expect a week to over a month, depending on carrier, service, and destination.

Top courier services when shipping to Fiji include, USPS First Class International, Singapore Post - Airmail & Hong Kong Post - AirMailTracking.

The cheapest way to ship from Hawaii to the mainland is usually USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail for smaller/medium packages due to their universal service and competitive rates (especially with online discounts), while for larger items or full moves, you'll compare freight forwarders, container shipping, and specialized moving companies like Royal Hawaiian Movers for bigger shipments, but always compare current rates from USPS, FedEx, and UPS, as prices change.

What countries can you not ship to from the US? Certain countries, including Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, Sudan, and Crimea (Ukraine), are banned from US shipping due to export restrictions and sanctions. If your country is on the list, US stores and Global Shopaholics cannot ship there.

There are no direct flights from North America or Europe to the Tuvalu archipelago. The only gateway is already in the Pacific Ocean: the Fiji Islands. You'll need to travel there first to reach Fanufuti, the capital of Tuvalu.

Visa on arrival for a maximum of 30 days Travelers need a visa to visit Tuvalu for Business or Tourism for a maximum stay of 30 days. Travelers can get a visa on arrival in Tuvalu at the port of entry, such as an international airport or border crossing.

The cheapest place to ship internationally depends on your package, but generally, USPS First Class/Ground Advantage is best for lightweight items (<4.4 lbs), while USPS Priority Mail International offers great value for medium boxes with flat rates. For heavier or faster needs, use multi-carrier platforms like ShipStation or Easyship to get deep discounts on FedEx Economy, UPS Worldwide, or even DHL, balancing cost with speed and tracking.

Shipping a 50 lb package costs roughly $40 to $90 for ground services, varying greatly by distance, carrier (USPS, UPS, FedEx), speed, and if you use flat rates or discounts, with USPS Ground Advantage often cheapest for shorter distances and FedEx/UPS competitive cross-country, plus potential surcharges for heavy items. For example, short-haul USPS might be ~$38, while cross-country UPS could reach ~$72 plus fees, or you could find FedEx Ground around $70.

Travelers need a visa to visit Tuvalu for Business or Tourism for a maximum stay of 30 days. Travelers can get a visa on arrival in Tuvalu at the port of entry, such as an international airport or border crossing.