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Planning to ship a container from the US to Australia? This guide breaks down everything you need to know, from current container shipping costs to practical tips for moving furniture, cars, and even pets across continents. Keep reading and remember to request quotes for your move to Australia.
Container shipping costs from the USA to Australia range from $4,400 to $34,000, depending on the size of the container, and origin of shipping.
| Container Size | Price Range |
| 20ft | $4,400 – $18,000 |
| 40ft | $8,000 – $34,000 |
*Costs updated in January 2026
| Origin | 20ft Container | 40ft Container |
| New York | $12,000 – $13,500 | $24,000 – $26,000 |
| Chicago | $16,000 – $18,000 | $30,000 – $34,000 |
| Los Angeles | $4,400 – $4,700 | $8,000 – $9,000 |
| Houston | $11,000 – $13,000 | $22,000 – $25,000 |
| Seattle | $6,000 – $7,000 | $12,000 – $13,000 |
| Miami | $12,000 – $14,000 | $23,000 – $25,000 |
LCL shipping (Less than Container Load) is the cheapest way to ship goods abroad. In this method you share the space in the container to reduce costs.
Cost-saving tips:
Shipping furniture to Australia costs on average between $3,000 and $8,000+, depending on the weight and volume.
| Home Size | Cost Estimate |
| 1 Bedroom | $3,000 – $4,000 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $4,000 – $6,000 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $6,000 – $8,000+ |
*Cost updated in January 2026
Shipping a car from the US to Australia costs between $7,000 and $25,000 depending on the origin.
| Origin | Cost Range |
| New York | $15,000 – $20,000 |
| Chicago | $19,000 – $25,000 |
| Los Angeles | $7,000 – $11,000 |
| Miami | $15,000 – $20,000 |
*Costs updated in January 2026
Yes, it’s very common to ship household goods to Australia via sea freight. Depending on the amount of furniture you can choose between FCL and LCL.
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