Shipping Cost from Louisville/Jefferson County, Kentucky to Bangkok

Shipping from the USA to Thailand costs vary widely, from around $10-$20 for small, light packages (1lb) via budget/economy services (like Aramex, USPS First Class) with longer transit (8-16 days) to $40-$70+ for faster options (FedEx, UPS, USPS Express) with 2-6 day delivery, and even more for large or heavy items, with major factors being carrier, speed, weight, size, and service level (express vs. economy).

Local shipping costs between $300 and $800 per piece, while international rates range from $1,000 to $4,500 per item. Professional moving companies charge $25 to $50 per person per hour. If you want someone to pack your belongings before moving them, expect to pay an additional $150 to $750 for packing services.

Shipping furniture overseas is often not worth it unless pieces are high-quality, expensive, or deeply sentimental, as costs (thousands of dollars) usually outweigh the benefit, especially when good, affordable local options exist and appliances/electronics rarely work due to power/signal issues, making selling and buying new often the better, fresher start. Weigh the high cost of shipping (potentially $3,000-$10,000+) against replacement costs and the emotional value, factoring in the destination's climate and local furniture availability.