Shipping Cost from Johannesburg to Kolkata

Get the best January 2026 prices to anywhere in the US or anywhere in the world. Looking for the cheapest way to ship from Johannesburg to Kolkata? The distance is approximately 5,256 miles. Shipping via JNB 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

5,256 miles

Transit Time

6 business days via DHL

Route Type

international

Available Shipping Options

Cheapest Option

$200.15 via DHL

Fastest Option

1 day via UPS

DHL

International Economy Air

Transit Time

9 days

Price

$200.15

FedEx

International Economy

Transit Time

8 days

Price

$210.16

UPS

Worldwide Expedited

Transit Time

7 days

Price

$228.17

DHL

Recommended

International Air Cargo

Transit Time

6 days

Price

$240.18

UPS

Worldwide Express

Transit Time

5 days

Price

$368.41

FedEx

International Priority

Transit Time

4 days

Price

$387.80

FedEx

International First

Transit Time

1 day

Price

$535.42

UPS

Worldwide Express Plus

Transit Time

1 day

Price

$562.19

About Shipping from Johannesburg to Kolkata

When shipping from Johannesburg to Kolkata, 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 South Africa to India, 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 Johannesburg to Kolkata?

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Specialized Shipping from Johannesburg to Kolkata

Automobile Shipping Rates

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Q:What is the cheapest way to transport a car in South Africa?
What is the cheapest way to transport a car in South Africa? Depot-to-depot vehicle transport. The cheapest way to move a car is from depot to depot. Depots are an affordable option for car delivery.
Q:What is the cheapest way to ship a car?
The cheapest way to ship a car is typically open transport on a multi-car hauler, exposing it to the elements but saving significantly over enclosed shipping, with further savings from booking in advance, choosing terminal-to-terminal, and being flexible with dates, or even driving it yourself for short moves. Compare quotes from several carriers and brokers to find the best deal, especially if you can wait for off-peak times or multi-car loads.
Q:What is the cheapest way to ship a car internationally?
The cheapest way to ship a car internationally is generally Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO), where cars drive onto and off the ship, costing around $900-$2,500+ depending on destination, as it avoids packaging and crane costs. For more protection, Shared Container shipping (grouping cars) is the next cheapest, while booking through platforms like Shiply or using companies with price matching, like SGT Auto Transport or Sherpa, can also find competitive rates.

Furniture Relocation Services

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Q:Can I ship furniture to India?
With the International MoveCube® service, our shipping pod, you can ship most household items from the US to India, including sports equipment, furniture and shipping boxes. But, India has a list of banned items to protect its citizens and the environment. Three plug types are common in India: C, D and M.
Q:How much does it cost to ship furniture internationally?
What is the average cost of an international move? The average cost of an international move — including expenses like shipping and moving services — can range from about $3,000 to $18,000 or more. However, smaller moves over shorter distances may cost less, while larger, longer-distance moves may cost more.
Q:What is the cheapest way to ship to India?
Light Packet. 10-16 business days. from $28. EMS Parcel Post. 14-21 business days. from $36. International Priority Express Drop Off. 6-7 business days. from $96.

Appliance Moving Solutions

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Q:How much does it cost to ship appliances?
How Much Does It Cost To Ship Appliances? In general, for an appliance shipping service, you can expect to pay around $1.81 per mile for shorter trips and $0.59 per mile for longer journeys.
Q:How long does a cargo ship take from India to South Africa?
It can take up to 37 days to ship your cargo from India to a destination port in South Africa. Moreover, FCL transportation is faster than LCL transportation due to the logistics involved in loading and unloading goods at both ends of the shipment.

Piano Relocation Experts

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Q:How much does a piano move cost in Johannesburg?
Local piano move in South Africa average cost of R1,000-R3,000 and long-distance piano move in South Africa average cost of R5,000-R20,000. How far in advance should I book a piano movers?
Q:How much to ship a piano across the country?
Shipping a piano across the country typically costs $1,000 to $4,000+, depending heavily on the piano type (upright vs. grand), distance, accessibility (stairs add significant costs), and if you need specialized services like climate control, with uprights on the lower end and large grands on the higher end. Expect a range from roughly $500-$2,500 for uprights and $2,000-$4,500+ for baby grands and larger, with potential for much higher fees for concert grands or complex moves.
Q:How much is a piano to move?
Moving distance If you're wondering how much it costs to move a piano interstate, prepare to spend around $300 to $1500. Additionally, the average cost to move an upright piano or spinet piano costs $150 to $300 to move locally, and $500 to $800 for a long-distance job.

Fitness Equipment Moving

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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 items will movers not move?
Batteries, alkaline and lead-acid (automobile) Household cleaning products. Corrosive chemicals or poisons. Lawn and garden chemicals. Flammables and explosives. Live animals or plants. Gas and oil products. Compressed gas cylinders.
Q:How much does it cost to move an elliptical machine?
Moving an elliptical can cost anywhere from $50 for local help to several hundred dollars for professional movers, depending on distance, disassembly, and if you use specialized fitness movers ($200-$500), general movers ($100-$500), or a junk removal service (starting around $115 for pickup). DIY methods involve truck rentals (e.g., U-Haul, Home Depot) and labor, while professional services handle the heavy lifting, which is safer for stairs.

Mattress Relocation Services

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Q:Can I ship furniture to India?
With the International MoveCube® service, our shipping pod, you can ship most household items from the US to India, including sports equipment, furniture and shipping boxes. But, India has a list of banned items to protect its citizens and the environment. Three plug types are common in India: C, D and M.

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