Shipping Cost from Auckland to Melbourne

Get the best January 2026 prices to anywhere in the US or anywhere in the world. Looking for the cheapest way to ship from Auckland to Melbourne? The distance is approximately 1,632 miles. Shipping via AKL airport.

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Mini Box

12" x 12" x 12"

Size Details

13 lbs / 6 kg

Small Box

15" x 15" x 15"

Size Details

25 lbs / 11 kg

Standard Box

18" x 18" x 18"

Size Details

42 lbs / 19 kg

Large Box

20" x 20" x 20"

Size Details

60 lbs / 27 kg

X Large Box

22" x 22" x 22"

Size Details

75 lbs / 34 kg

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Distance

1,632 miles

Transit Time

4 business days via DHL

Route Type

international

Available Shipping Options

Cheapest Option

$109.55 via DHL

Fastest Option

1 day via UPS

DHL

International Economy Air

Transit Time

7 days

Price

$109.55

FedEx

International Economy

Transit Time

6 days

Price

$115.03

UPS

Worldwide Expedited

Transit Time

5 days

Price

$124.89

DHL

Recommended

International Air Cargo

Transit Time

4 days

Price

$131.46

UPS

Worldwide Express

Transit Time

3 days

Price

$196.27

FedEx

International Priority

Transit Time

3 days

Price

$206.60

FedEx

International First

Transit Time

1 day

Price

$281.74

UPS

Worldwide Express Plus

Transit Time

1 day

Price

$295.83

About Shipping from Auckland to Melbourne

When shipping from Auckland to Melbourne, you have several carrier options to choose from. The best choice depends on your priorities - whether you want the cheapest rate or the fastest delivery.

For international shipping from New Zealand to Australia, air cargo provides the fastest delivery, while ocean freight offers significant cost savings for larger shipments.

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What Can You Ship from Auckland to Melbourne?

We offer specialized shipping services for a variety of items. Select a service below to get a customized quote.

Car Shipping

Auto transport services

Treadmill Moving

Gym equipment relocation

Piano Moving

Professional piano transport

Furniture Moving

Household furniture shipping

Appliance Shipping

Large appliance delivery

Hot Tub Moving

Spa and hot tub transport

Pool Table Moving

Billiard table relocation

Mattress Shipping

Mattress and bed delivery

Specialized Shipping from Auckland to Melbourne

Car Delivery Options

Get Car/Vehicle Quote: Auckland → Melbourne
Q:Can I bring a car from NZ to Australia?
Importing a vehicle is an offence without a valid import approval. Penalties for this offence can be a fine of up to A$13,200. You cannot gain customs clearance in Australia without a Vehicle Import Permit, Customs bond storage is expensive if you do not receive your permit prior to the arrival of your vehicle.
Q:How long does it take to ship a car from New Zealand to Australia?
Australia to New Zealand – 10 days Approx. New Zealand to Australia – From 5 - 30 days Approx. dependent on the shipping line.
Q:What is the 25 year rule in Australia?
25 Year Rule: This scheme allows private and business importers to apply to import vehicles that are made 25 years ago or more. There are rules within this scheme that allow only standard unmodified vehicles to enter. We can help with advice and information on any vehicle you may be interested in bringing home.

Furniture Transport Options

Get Furniture Quote: Auckland → Melbourne
Q:How much does it cost to move furniture from New Zealand to Australia?
Overseas Removalist Moving overseas and hiring a removalist company are your biggest moving costs. The average cost to move a 3-bedroom home from Auckland to Sydney (this equates to approximately a 20-foot 33m3 container) is $7800-$9000. This includes door-to-door load and delivery.
Q:How much does it cost to ship my furniture to Australia?
The cost of shipping furniture to Australia can vary depending on how many items you are shipping, what part of Australia you are moving to, and if you require any additional services. The average cost of shipping furniture to Australia ranges from around £6000-£8000 without insurance.
Q:How long does it take to ship furniture from NZ to Australia?
Sea freight is the most popular choice for families and individuals moving larger volumes such as furniture, appliances, and personal belongings. On average, you can expect a door-to-door timeframe of 3–6 weeks. This includes packing, shipping across the Tasman, and clearance through Australian customs and quarantine.

Major Appliance Transport

Get Appliances Quote: Auckland → Melbourne
Q:How much does it cost to ship furniture from NZ to Australia?
The cost is determined by the amount of space that your belongings will occupy in a shipping container. As a base, a 20-foot shipping container has an internal volume capacity of 28 cubic metres. If you were to fill the entire container and have this shipped to Australia, it could cost you around $12,000 to $14,000.
Q:How to ship things from NZ to Aus?
Sea or Air Freight PACK & SEND can handle the details from start to finish, packing and collecting your items and delivering to your destination. You also have the option to collect from the port/depot or have the goods delivered directly to the door.
Q:What is the cheapest way to ship to Australia?
The cheapest way to ship to Australia usually involves the USPS (United States Postal Service) for small, light items (under 4 lbs) using First-Class or Priority Mail for budget-friendly, slower service, or using a shipping aggregator like Parcel Monkey/Couriers & Freight to find discounted economy rates from couriers like FedEx (International Economy) or DHL for slightly heavier/faster needs. For very large or heavy shipments, sea freight is the cheapest but takes the longest.

Piano Shipping Services

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Exercise Machine Transport

Get Gym Equipment Quote: Auckland → Melbourne
Q:What is the best way to transport gym equipment?
But make sure they do not get exposed on the trunk. Moving tip protect any moving parts anything that could actually move when it's already put on the truck. Remember not following this tip.
Q:What can I use to move heavy gym equipment?
Furniture sliders are great if you're just trying to get something from one end of a room to another. Moving dollies can be helpful if you're moving a lot of equipment, as this gives you more control and helps you limit damage.
Q:How do they move gym equipment?
With the help of a friend, begin moving your exercise equipment into the moving truck, navigating all doorways, hallways, and stairs. Use ratchet straps to secure the exercise equipment to the truck you are using and moving blankets in areas where equipment could be scratched from metal rubbing against metal.

Mattress Moving Options

Get Mattress Quote: Auckland → Melbourne
Q:How much does it cost to ship furniture from NZ to Australia?
The cost is determined by the amount of space that your belongings will occupy in a shipping container. As a base, a 20-foot shipping container has an internal volume capacity of 28 cubic metres. If you were to fill the entire container and have this shipped to Australia, it could cost you around $12,000 to $14,000.
Q:Can I ship a mattress to Australia?
Whether you are taking wooden furniture to Australia, marble or stone, big or small, our expert movers and packers can safely move your furniture across the seas. Furniture items we commonly send when shipping furniture to Australia are: Wardrobes, beds, mattresses and dressing tables.
Q:Is it worth shipping furniture to Australia?
Typically, if items are cheap and easy to replace in Australia then it may not be worth the shipping cost, however for items that are expensive, sentimental or hard to place, shipping them over to Australia is certainly worth the cost. Ultimately, it is up to you to decide whether it is worth shipping or not.

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