As has become an annual rite of passage this time of year, FedEx and UPS instituted a price increase for 2023 (averaging around around 7%). Shippers, seller and online platforms are seeking alternative carriers to reach their global customers.
Canadian companies are shopping to reduce their 2025 shipping rates
How to get lower international shipping costs from and towards Canada?
- Use a shipping cost calculator to compare rates from different carriers.
- Ship smaller packages to reduce the volume weight. Read about chargeable weight.
- If you are shipping a large volume of packages, you may be able to negotiate a discounted rate directly with the major carriers.
- Consider using a third-party shipping service that can provide both savings and - more important - logistics support.
- Develop new processes including consolidating orders to major markets and ship direct to target countries and regions. Contact Jet Worldwide for details.
- Consider using ground transportation instead of air shipping. Ground shipping is usually less expensive than air shipping, but it keep in mind the longer transit time to western Canada. Also, ground shipments are charged a customs entry fee.
I hope these suggestions help! Is there anything else we can help with?
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2023 Best options for shipping international freight from Canada
- Air freight: This is the fastest option with economy air options
- Ocean: Best for large commercial orders
- Canada post packet and surface options are generally best for individuals shipping international small packages and personal items.
- FedEX , DHL, UPS air options are well known with information readily available via their websites.
- Direct shipping for e-commerce online orders to the UK, Europe, Japan and major global markets.
When choosing a shipping method, you will need to consider factors such as the size and weight of your freight, the time frame in which you need it to arrive, and your budget. It may be helpful to compare quotes from different carriers to find the best option for your needs.
International Carriers for parcels from Canada
In truth, there are only four primary options for shipping to the USA from Canada:
- FedEx Canada
- UPS Canada
- Canada Post
- DHL
- Purolator Courier (via Partner carriers such as UPS)
- Cross border shipping for shipping via USPS
- Jet Worldwide (including new solutions for international online orders)
Lower costs for sending international online orders by sending direct from Canada.
Lower Shipping Costs in 2023 by Shipping e-commerce orders for Direct Import
Jet Worldwide provides direct shipping options to the UK, European Union, Japan and all the world's largest economies.
Lost Cost International Shipping From Canada for 2023
To the USA: For ground shipments to Canada, there is little that can be done to reduce your UPS / FedEx Ground rate increase. Ground shipping from Canada to the USA remains the lowest cost option for 2023.
Canada Post offers low cost solutions for individuals shipping small shipments ("international packets").
To the Rest of The World: More international parcels are shipped from Canada due to online platforms such as Shopify.
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We are happy to help with your shipping to and from Canada. Please provide some more information about the type of goods that will be shipped, and whether they are being sent via air or sea freight? Additionally, it would be helpful to know the volume of goods and items being shipped. What restrictions or regulations are you aware of that should be taken into account?
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