Piano Shipping Cost from Rio de Janeiro to Wellington

Local piano move in Wellington average cost of $200-$500 and long-distance piano move in New Zealand average cost of $800-$2,000.

Moving a piano 20 miles costs roughly $100 to $300+, including a base fee ($50-$150+) and mileage ($30-$50+), but can increase significantly with stairs, grand pianos, or complex terrain, often adding $40-$100+ per flight of stairs or significant equipment charges. Expect to pay around $1.50 to $3.00 per mile for local moves, plus a flat fee for the crew and equipment, as movers specialize in handling heavy, delicate instruments.

Lifting such a monstrous piece of equipment is back-breaking work, even if you're only lifting it onto a dolly. Many times, confident homeowners attempt to lift a piano and not only damage the instrument but injure themselves. Next time, err on the side of caution: let professionals handle the heavy lifting instead.