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International freight
Air and ocean freight for international shipments
Moving goods into or out of Australia by air or sea. Tell us what you're shipping, where it's coming from or going to, and how soon it needs to arrive.
Overview
About our air & ocean freight service
International freight usually comes down to a trade-off between speed and cost. Air freight is the faster option and tends to suit urgent, high-value or smaller consignments. Ocean freight sea freight takes longer, but is usually far more economical for larger or heavier shipments.
Sea shipments generally travel either as a full container load (FCL), where your goods have a container to themselves, or as less than container load (LCL), where your freight shares container space with other shipments. Which makes sense depends on volume, budget and timing.
Arrival isn't the end of the job. Freight still has to get from the port or airport to wherever it's needed. Because we also provide container transport, warehousing and domestic transport, the international leg and what happens after it lands can be quoted and planned together.
Who it's for
Who uses air & ocean freight
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Importers
Bringing stock or materials in from overseas suppliers.
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Exporters
Sending goods to customers or partners outside Australia.
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Time-critical shipments
Consignments that can't wait for a sea voyage.
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Growing businesses
Moving from occasional overseas orders to regular shipments.
How we work
What to expect
Air or sea, based on your job
Tell us your deadline and budget and we'll talk through which option fits.
Arrival planned in advance
Container transport, storage or onward delivery can be included in the same quote.
One point of contact
Call or email us directly with questions about your shipment.
The process
From enquiry to delivery
How a air & ocean freight job runs with Big Yakk's Transport.
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Tell us what you need
Request a quote online or call 0461 400 107 with the freight details, pickup and delivery points, and your timing.
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We assess the job
We look at the load, the route, access at each end and your deadline and check with you if anything needs clarifying.
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You receive a quote
A clear price for the job as described, so you know where you stand before anything is booked.
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The details are locked in
Once you accept, pickup times, delivery details and site contacts are confirmed.
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Your freight moves
Your freight is collected and delivered as booked. Questions along the way? Call us directly.
Why it helps
The benefits
A clear comparison
Understand the speed and cost trade-off before you commit to air or sea.
Fewer handovers
The international leg and the local leg can be arranged together.
Planning around your dates
Quotes are based on when your goods are ready and when they're needed.
FAQ
Air & Ocean Freight questions
More answers on our frequently asked questions page.
Should I ship by air or sea?
It depends on how urgent the shipment is, its size and weight, and your budget. Air freight is faster and suits smaller, urgent or high-value consignments. Sea freight takes longer but is usually much more cost-effective for larger or heavier shipments. If you're not sure, ask us to quote both.
What's the difference between FCL and LCL?
FCL (full container load) means your goods have a shipping container to themselves. LCL (less than container load) means your freight shares container space with other shipments. FCL is often better value once you have enough freight to fill most of a container; LCL suits smaller volumes.
What are Incoterms, and why do you ask about them?
Incoterms are internationally recognised trade terms such as EXW, FOB and CIF that set out which parts of the journey the buyer and seller are each responsible for. Knowing them tells us which legs of the shipment you need quoted.
What do I need to provide for an international freight quote?
Origin and destination, a description of the goods, quantity, dimensions and weight, your ready date and required arrival date, and any agreed Incoterms. Let us know if you'll also need delivery or storage once the freight arrives.
Related services
Often arranged together
Warehousing
Storage for freight between arrival and delivery, arranged together with transport in and out.
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Domestic Transport
Road freight between Australian pickup and delivery points, quoted around your load and timing.
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Need air & ocean freight?
Send us the details and we'll come back with a quote for the job.