Air vs. Sea Shipping: What’s the Best Choice for International Cargo Delivery?
There are tons of Filipino people and families that have migrated to different parts of the world. But despite that, they never forget the family they have left behind in the Philippines. You can expect them to buy plenty of stuff and save them all until they can send it in one big box.
Good thing, shipping internationally to and from different countries is possible – and even easier. You can quickly find a company that can help with cargo deliveries in the Philippines. From there, you’ll be asked whether you’ll have the cargo delivered via air or sea.
Now, this is where it gets a little tricky. But, here are a few things you have to consider before choosing which one to go for. When choosing a solution, you need to compare the costs, time frame and the type of cargo you want to be delivered.
What is the Cheaper Solution?
Of the two, sea freight is the cheaper solution. You can move bigger and heavier boxes and still save money more than choosing air delivery. The only thing is, air freights tend to have a higher quality of services. The difference between the costs could lessen when you’re sending smaller boxes and items.
To get an estimate of the costs, most companies have calculators on their websites. You only need to input the dimensions of the box as well as its weight. Through these calculators, you can check which solution works well for you.
What’s the Fastest Solution?
If time is a big deal and you the items delivered to its destination faster, air delivery is the better choice. On average, air freights can arrive as fast as three to five days, which guarantees your family will receive the package sooner. Meanwhile, sea freight can take between 20 to 45 days to arrive due to delays in the ports.
You also have to take into account the amount of time it takes your country’s customs to clear the package and have them sent to you. When choosing a cargo company, they typically add the estimated time of arrival of your cargo regardless of whether you want air or sea freight.
The Type of Cargo Matters
There are several limitations when it comes to air freights – and that’s one thing you should be wary of. When it comes to sea freight, there’s almost no limitation, and it is a good thing if you’re sending lots of stuff.
Additionally, you can easily send heavier and bulky cargo with sea freights, while air freights will limit the weight and size of your box. It’s best if you check whether your cargo is acceptable for both air and sea freights before having it sent.
Check their website and see if they have a list of what you can and can’t send, as well as the maximum weight and size of the box.
Sending packages internationally has become easier, thanks to cargo companies. Although it may cost you a hundred dollars or more, the smile on your family’s faces is a great payback once they receive your cargo.
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