China → Australia: what 1 kg costs to ship
Cheapest estimate: ¥40–¥59 (A$8.79–A$12.96) by Economy air · about ¥40–¥59 per kg. Above the 1 kg consolidation sweet spot.
China Shipping Cost Calculator — 9 Countries
Pick a destination, build a virtual consolidation basket or type a total weight, and compare estimated route prices in CNY and your local currency.
1 kg consolidation meter
1 kg / 1 kg1 kg reached — consolidated parcels of 1.2 kg or more are the sweet spot.
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| Route | Estimated price (CNY) | Local currency | Transit | Billed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥50–¥74 | A$10.98–A$16.25 | 7–14 days | 1 kg |
| Economy airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥40–¥59 | A$8.79–A$12.96 | 10–18 days | 1 kg |
| Economy seaEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥50–¥80 | A$10.98–A$17.57 | 25–45 days | 5 kg |
Route detail for 1 kg to Australia
| Route | Estimated price (CNY) | Local currency | Transit | Billed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥50–¥74 | A$10.98–A$16.25 | 7–14 days | 1 kg |
| Economy airEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥40–¥59 | A$8.79–A$12.96 | 10–18 days | 1 kg |
| Economy seaEditorial estimate (not an official price) · Checked 2026-11-13 | ¥50–¥80 | A$10.98–A$17.57 | 25–45 days | 5 kg |
- Standard air · 1 kg¥50–¥74/kg · A$10.98–A$16.25 total
- Economy air · 1 kg¥40–¥59/kg · A$8.79–A$12.96 total
- Economy sea · 1 kg¥10–¥16/kg · A$10.98–A$17.57 total
At 1 kg the first-weight block dominates: the cheapest line works out to about ¥50 per kg.
Australia rate table by weight (CNY, estimates)
| Weight | Standard air | Economy air | Economy sea |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kg | ¥50–¥74 | ¥40–¥59 | ¥50–¥80 |
| 2 kg | ¥80–¥118 | ¥64–¥93 | ¥50–¥80 |
| 5 kg | ¥170–¥250 | ¥136–¥195 | ¥50–¥80 |
| 10 kg | ¥320–¥470 | ¥256–¥365 | ¥90–¥145 |
| 20 kg | ¥620–¥910 | ¥496–¥705 | ¥170–¥275 |
| 50 kg | — | — | ¥410–¥665 |
Editorial estimate (not an official price) · checked 2026-11-13. Indicative planning ranges set by the ShipCostCalc editor. They are not taken from an official price list and are not live quotes. Real prices change with promotions, routes and parcel contents — always confirm the price in the forwarder's app before ordering.
Australia tax and restrictions
Up to AUD 1,000: no duty at the border, but 10% GST is normally collected at checkout by registered platforms. Above AUD 1,000: import declaration, duty (often 5%), GST and processing charges.
- Strict biosecurity: meat, egg, dairy, seeds, plants, untreated wood, bamboo and straw items may be inspected, treated at your cost or destroyed.
- GST (10%) on goods up to AUD 1,000 is usually collected at checkout by registered platforms; above AUD 1,000 an import declaration, duty and GST apply.
- Declare all food and plant material honestly — undeclared biosecurity items can attract penalties.
Source: Australian Taxation Office — GST on low value imported goods · checked 2026-11-13
FAQ
What is the cheapest way to ship 1 kg from China to Australia?
In our estimates, Economy air is cheapest at ¥40–¥59 for 1 kg (billed 1 kg), taking 10–18 days.
How long does 1 kg take to reach Australia?
The fastest estimated line is Standard air at about 7–14 days. Sea lines take longer but cost less per kg above their minimum weight.
Will I pay import tax in Australia?
Up to AUD 1,000: no duty at the border, but 10% GST is normally collected at checkout by registered platforms. Above AUD 1,000: import declaration, duty (often 5%), GST and processing charges.