Shipping from Iowa to Eswatini

Shipping a 50 lb box typically costs $40 to $80+ for ground services, depending heavily on distance, carrier (USPS, UPS, FedEx), speed, and if you use your own box or flat-rate options, with USPS often cheapest for shorter distances and FedEx/UPS competitive for longer hauls, though expect added handling fees for over 50 lbs. Expect around $38-$65 (USPS Ground), $42-$72 (UPS Ground), or $41-$70 (FedEx Ground) for typical cross-country routes, plus potential surcharges.

Shipping a 20 lb package typically costs $20-$40 for ground services (like UPS Ground, FedEx Ground, or USPS Ground Advantage), but can range from $10 to over $100+ for faster or international options, depending heavily on distance, speed, and carrier. USPS can be cheaper for lighter items but may get pricey over 20 lbs, while UPS/FedEx often become more competitive for heavier shipments.

For the cheapest shipping from the USA to South Africa, USPS (especially First Class or Priority Mail International) and budget consolidators like Global Shopaholics or MyUS offering slow-speed economy options (like 8-14 days) are your best bet, with rates potentially starting under $20 for small items, while Sea Freight is the absolute cheapest for large/heavy items but takes weeks. Choose USPS First Class International for small, light packages (under 4lbs) for low cost, or use a package forwarding service for better rates on larger shipments, always comparing prices on platforms like Parcel Monkey.

Amazon does not ship most items directly to Eswatini, but Global Shopaholics solves this with a US address and reliable forwarding.

Shipping to Africa costs vary widely, from around $10 for a small 1lb package via USPS (slow) to $150-$200+ for a 20lb parcel with fast couriers like DHL/UPS, with factors like weight, speed (days vs. weeks), and specific African country significantly impacting price, with major hubs like Johannesburg often cheaper than remote areas. Expect budget options like USPS Priority Mail (days/weeks) or faster, pricier services from DHL, FedEx, and UPS.

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.

Shipping to Africa from the USA varies wildly, from ~$20 for small, slow USPS packages to $100s for faster couriers or large freight, depending heavily on weight, speed (days vs. weeks), and specific African country/city, with options like USPS (cheapest/slowest), DHL/FedEx/UPS (fast/pricier), and ocean freight (bulk/cheapest per kg). Expect under $50 for a 1-2 lb package via economy, while a 25lb box could be $170-$300+ depending on the carrier and service.

What is the Difference Between UPS and USPS? Generally, USPS is designed to ship smaller packages and mail quickly and cost-effectively, while UPS is more affordable for shipping larger parcels worldwide.

If shipping internationally, DHL is typically a cheaper delivery company. If shipping internationally, DHL has faster delivery times. If shipping domestically, FedEx shipping options are typically cheaper.