One of the first questions we get is simple:

“How much does it actually cost to ship to the Pacific Islands?”

The honest answer?
It depends on how you ship.

The good news — we’ve made it simple.

💰 Typical Shipping Costs (Australia & New Zealand)

At ShipToPacific, we use fixed-price crate shipping so you know exactly what you’re paying upfront.

Here are real-world examples:

🇳🇿 From New Zealand (Auckland)

• Auckland → Tonga
  From $624 NZD

• Auckland → Samoa (Apia)
  From $590 NZD

• Auckland → Rarotonga (Cook Islands)
  From $1365 NZD (2.5m³ crate)

🇦🇺 From Australia (Brisbane / Melbourne)

• Brisbane → Samoa (Apia)
  From $1744 AUD

• Brisbane → Tonga
  Competitive fixed crate pricing available

• Melbourne → Rarotonga
  From $2420 AUD (3.0m³ crate)

📦 What’s Included in the Price?

This is where we’re different.

Most freight companies give you a base rate… then add costs later.

We don’t.

Our pricing typically includes:

• ✅ Shipping crate supplied

• ✅ Delivery of crate to your home

• ✅ Collection once packed

• ✅ International sea freight

• ✅ Standard handling charges

No hidden surprises. No complex calculations.

⚖️ Why Traditional Freight Pricing Gets Confusing

If you’ve ever tried to ship before, you’ve probably seen terms like:

• “Per cubic metre (m³)”

• “Weight vs volume (whichever is greater)”

• “Port charges / destination fees”

• “Customs clearance not included”

This is how traditional freight works — and it’s where costs can quickly blow out.

💡 Why Crate Pricing Is Simpler (and Often Cheaper)

With ShipToPacific, you’re not buying “space” — you’re buying a crate.

That means:

• You know your total cost upfront

• You can pack as much as fits inside

• No recalculations after shipment

• No unexpected destination charges

For most personal shipments, this is the lowest stress option.

📊 What Affects the Price?

Even with fixed pricing, a few things can influence cost:

1. 📍 Location

Shipping from Auckland is typically cheaper than regional areas.
Same applies for Brisbane vs outer Australia.

2. 📦 Crate Size

Larger crates = better value per cubic metre.

3. 🏝 Destination

More frequent routes (like Samoa & Tonga) are generally cheaper than less frequent services.

🚫 Common Hidden Costs (That We Avoid)

With traditional freight providers, you might also pay for:

• Port service charges

• Documentation fees

• Delivery from destination port

• Storage fees

• Handling surcharges

These can easily add hundreds of dollars after your cargo arrives.

👉 We eliminate most of this by bundling costs upfront.

📦 Real Example: Why Customers Switch to Us

A typical customer comparison:

Traditional Freight:

• Freight rate looks cheap upfront

• Multiple charges added later

• You organise your own transport

• Final cost = unpredictable

ShipToPacific:

• One upfront price

• Door-to-door simplicity

• No hidden fees

• Easy online booking

⏱ Transit Times

Typical delivery timeframes:

• Australia / New Zealand → Pacific Islands:
  ~25–35 days

With regular weekly or frequent sailings, your shipment moves quickly and reliably.

📈 The Bottom Line

If you want:

• Clear pricing

• No hidden costs

• Simple booking

• Reliable service

Then crate shipping is the easiest way to send cargo to the Pacific.

👉 Get an Instant Price

Visit www.shiptopacific.co.nz
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