SHIPPING FROM AUSTRALIA TO THE UK
Compare ocean and air freight routes on the Australia to UK trade lane and request a quote tailored to your shipment.
FIND THE BEST SHIPPING ROUTES FROM AUSTRALIA TO THE UK
We help businesses export cargo from Australia to the UK, including agricultural products, natural resources, manufactured goods and consumer products, with ocean, air and multimodal solutions tailored to each shipment.
Compare your freight routes across major port pairs and gateways, with clear visibility of schedules and rates. We give you the information you need to plan and book your shipment to the UK.
We work with a strong network of carriers on the Australia to UK trade corridor to keep rates competitive, with our freight specialists managing the trade lane from origin to final destination.
Reliable schedules
Frequent sailings from major Australian ports to Felixstowe, Southampton, and London Gateway keep your supply chain moving to plan along the Australia to UK trade lane.
Multimodal solutions
Smart routing across ocean, air and multimodal options means you can match the right mode to each shipment's urgency and budget.
Manage costs effectively
Transparent rate visibility and strong carrier partnerships help you control freight spend on the Australia to UK trade corridor.
COMPARE FREIGHT ROUTES
Explore ocean and air freight routes connecting major ports and gateways across the Australia to UK trade lane. The routes featured represent some of the most common shipping options on this corridor. For additional route options, rates, and schedules tailored to your shipment, speak to the DP World team or request a quote from our freight specialists.
AVAILABLE FREIGHT ROUTES
OCEAN FREIGHT FROM AUSTRALIA TO THE UK
| FROM | TO | TRANSIT TIME | FREQUENCY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney (AUSYD) Melbourne (AUMEL) Brisbane (AUBNE) Fremantle (AUFRE) | Felixstowe (GBFXT) Southampton (GBSOU) London Gateway (GBLGP) | 30-45 days | Weekly |
AIR FREIGHT FROM AUSTRALIA TO THE UK
| FROM | TO | TRANSIT TIME | FREQUENCY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney (SYD) Melbourne (MEL) | London Heathrow (LHR) London Gatwick (LGW) | 3-5 days | Daily |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long does it take to ship a container from Australia to the UK by sea?
Ocean freight from Australia to the UK typically takes between 30 to 45 days, depending on the port of origin and destination and the shipping line. Routes pass through the Suez Canal. Services from Sydney or Melbourne to Felixstowe or Southampton are generally the fastest and most direct options on this trade lane.
How regularly do container ships travel between Australia and the UK?
Multiple carriers operate regular departures on the Australia-UK trade lane. From major Australian ports including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Fremantle, you can typically find weekly sailings to Felixstowe, Southampton, and London Gateway, providing reliable schedule options for shippers.
How long does it take to send cargo from Australia to the UK by air freight?
Air freight from Australia to the UK typically takes between 3 to 5 days door-to-door, inclusive of customs clearance. Direct services operate from Sydney and Melbourne to London Heathrow, with connecting services via Middle East or Asian hubs. Express options can reduce transit for time-critical shipments.
Can DP World handle customs clearance and multimodal delivery for imports from Australia to the UK?
As a freight forwarder and customs broker, DP World manages the full Australia-UK trade lane, combining ocean freight, air freight and multimodal road and rail solutions with customs clearance on arrival in the UK. Our specialists handle documentation, duties and compliance, then arrange onward delivery to your final destination, so your import moves smoothly from origin to door.
GET A QUOTE FOR YOUR AUSTRALIA TO UK SHIPMENT
Request a quote today and our freight specialists will build the right ocean, air or multimodal route around your cargo, with rates and schedules tailored to you.