How much is Australia Post per kg?

Flat rate postage using your packaging

Does Auspost charge by weight or size?

Postage is calculated based on the packaging size. There are four sizes to choose from: Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large with a maximum weight of 5kg. Own packaging (This includes all packaging not part of the Australia Post flat rate range).

What is the maximum weight for Australia Post?

† Eligible Australia Post packaging will have a national flat rate and carry a maximum weight of 5kg (packaging cost not included). ~ Parcels sent using own packaging up to 5kg are charged according to their actual weight or cubic weight equivalent, whichever is greater.

How do you calculate postage by weight?

Weigh Your Item and Round Up USPS rounds up to either the next pound (lb) or ounce (oz). For example, if your package weighs 3 lbs 5 oz, it would be charged at the 4 lb-rate. If you have an item for shipping by First-Class Package Service® that weighs 7.3 oz, it must be charged at the 8 oz-rate.

What is the cheapest way to send a parcel in Australia?

What is the cheapest way to send a package in Australia? The cheapest way to send a package in Australia is to use the Australian postal services who have “if it fits it ships” and “flat rate shipping boxes”.12-Mar-2022

Can you use your own packaging for Auspost?

A spokesperson for Australia Post told SmartCompany the mail carrier has not introduced any packaging or pricing changes, or penalties for customers using their own packaging. However, Australia Post says prices may be higher for customers using their own packaging if their parcels are large or unusually shaped.01-Dec-2021

How much does it cost to post 1kg parcel?

It will charge ₹ 8 to ₹ 20 for additional 500 gram up to 5 kg and ₹ 10 to ₹ 22 for every additional 500 gm thereafter. For business parcels, customers will have to pay in the range of ₹ 45 to ₹ 115 for items weighing up to 2 kg, ₹ 12 to ₹ 30 for additional 1 kg up to 5 kg and ₹ 14 to ₹ 32 thereafter for every 1 kg.02-Dec-2013

What is considered a large parcel?

Large packages are those where the longest side exceeds 96 inches by itself or exceeds a combined 130 inches when calculating length plus girth (2 x width) + (2 x height). You'll face an additional charge and a minimum billable weight of 90 pounds.25-Oct-2019

What is the cheapest way to send a large package?

For single boxes, USPS is often the cheapest option. For large light boxes, USPS Priority Mail will be the cheapest. For heavy large boxes or shipments of multiple boxes, consolidated freight is one of the most cost-effective shipping methods.

How do I post a large item in Australia?

Examples of Large Items to Send

Fold it down.
Secure loose parts.
Wrap all parts in protective material.
Place inside a cardboard box.
Fill space inside the box with protective materials.
Tape to secure the box closed.

What items Cannot be sent through Australia Post?

Section 3 – Other goods prohibited or restricted in postal services

D3.1 – Possession or carriage prohibited by law. D3.2 – Banknotes and coins.
D3.6 – Narcotic substances. D3.7 – Pastes, powders and tablets.
D3.11 – Unsolicited indecent or offensive material. Section 4 – Goods prohibited or restricted in International Post.

How do I estimate postage without a scale?

If you do not have a tape measure, measure the length, width and height of your box or envelope with a piece of string or yarn. Then compare the string to a ruler to determine the dimensions of the box.26-Sept-2017

How do I calculate how many stamps I need?

Domestic letter mailing – price per ounce

A letter of 1 ounce – 1 Domestic Forever Stamp costs 58 cents.
A letter of 2 ounces – 1 Domestic Forever Stamp and one additional ounce stamp at 20 cents costs 78 cents.
A letter weighing 3 ounces – 1 Domestic Forever Stamp and two additional 20-cent stamps – costs 88 cents.

How many stamps do I need by weight?

A standard letter that weighs under one (1) ounce will require 55 cents of postage to mail in 2020. USPS charges extra postage for any weight above that amount. In 2020, USPS charges an extra 15 cents for each additional ounce. So a letter that weighs between one (1) and two (2) ounces will require 70 cents of postage.05-Jun-2020

Is pack and send cheaper than Auspost?

Cost. Consistent with our findings in 2017, Pack & Send was neither the cheapest nor the most expensive, although it was usually more expensive than Australia Post. Pack & Send's value is in its faster delivery. Prices are charged on whichever is greater – weight or volume.28-May-2021

How much does it cost to send 2kg parcel?

£3.95

Is Sendle cheaper than Auspost?

Sendle Price Guarantee: Cheaper than Parcel Post.01-Mar-2021

Is it cheaper to use your own box for shipping?

While Medium and Large Flat Rate boxes may be free, using your own packaging is often cheaper than shipping Priority Mail Flat rate, thanks to a “secret” USPS mail class called Priority Mail Cubic.31-Oct-2018

Can you send a package without a box?

Your mailman is legally required to accept certain items without packaging, which is environmentally friendly and pretty handy if you don't have the right box.10-Mar-2018

Can padded envelopes be sent as letters?

A. Yes. Large envelopes as well as padded mailing bags must be somewhat flexible (not rigid) and uniformly thick. Items mailed in large envelopes cannot have more than a 1/4 inch variance in thickness.