UK to India Shipping Calculator
Calculate your cargo cost from anywhere in the UK to any address in India. Compare Air and Sea freight options with all-inclusive pricing.
Note: This calculator and educational content are for informational and estimate purposes only. Cargo Force makes no representations as to the accuracy of the calculator or educational content. The estimates shall not under any circumstance be binding upon Cargo Force unless Cargo Force specifically agrees in writing. The actual weight and costs may vary and are subject to change without notice.
How Is Your Quote Calculated?
For shipping from the UK to India, we offer two options with different pricing methods. Choose based on your timeline and budget:
Weight Calculation: Chargeable weight (higher of actual or volumetric)
Volumetric = L × W × H ÷ 5000
Weight Calculation: Actual weight only
No volumetric calculation - simpler pricing!
Once your shipment reaches our warehouse, weights will be assessed to confirm final billing. For Air freight, the minimum charge of £40 applies for shipments up to 10 kg. For Sea freight, the minimum charge of £250 applies for shipments up to 100 kg.
What's Included in Your UK to India Shipment
- Air cargo from any UK city to India
- Free doorstep pickup across the UK
- Delivery to any address in India
- Indian customs duty & clearance
- All handling & documentation
- Free boxes & tape (warehouse only)
UK to India in 14 working days
- Sea cargo from any UK city to India
- Free doorstep pickup across the UK
- Delivery to any address in India
- Indian customs duty & clearance
- All handling & documentation
- Free boxes & tape (warehouse only)
UK to India in 45 working days (~6-7 weeks)
No hidden fees – everything from UK pickup to India delivery is included
Note: Our UK to India service is for household goods and personal effects – not for commercial cargo.
What's Not Included (Extra Charges)
The following charges may apply in specific situations:
Tip: The £60 surcharges for heavy weight and long length are waived if you drop off at our warehouse instead of arranging pickup.
Understanding Weight Calculations
When shipping from the UK to India, Air and Sea freight calculate weight differently. Understanding this helps you choose the best option for your shipment.
Uses chargeable weight – the higher of actual weight or volumetric weight.
Chargeable = MAX(Actual, Volumetric)
Space on planes is limited, so bulky items are charged by volume.
Uses actual weight only – no volumetric calculation needed.
Chargeable = Actual Weight
Ships have more space, so you only pay for actual weight.
Pro tip: If you're shipping bulky but lightweight items (pillows, bedding, clothing), Sea freight often costs significantly less because there's no volumetric calculation.
Actual Weight vs Dimensional WeightAir Freight Only
Actual Weight
This is simply how much your package weighs when you put it on a scale. Also called gross weight or dead weight.
Example: You place your box on a scale and it reads 15 kg. That's your actual weight.
Used by both Air and Sea freight
Dimensional Weight
This reflects the volume of your package – the amount of space it occupies. Also called volumetric weight.
(Length × Width × Height) ÷ 5000
All measurements in centimetres
Used by Air freight only
Sea Freight Advantage: Since Sea freight uses only actual weight, you don't need to worry about dimensional calculations. This makes pricing simpler and often cheaper for bulky items like bedding, clothing, and household goods.
UK to India Shipping Examples
Sending Pillows & Bedding to India
Chargeable: 24 kg
£96
24 kg × £4/kg
Chargeable: 5 kg
£250*
Min charge applies
*Sea min £250 applies. For bulky items like bedding, Sea freight becomes better value with more weight.
Sending Books & Heavy Items to India
Chargeable: 25 kg
£100
25 kg × £4/kg
Chargeable: 25 kg
£250*
Min charge applies
*For heavier shipments (100kg+), Sea freight becomes more economical at £2.50/kg.
Choosing the Right Service for Your UK to India Shipment
Sea cargo to India is ideal when:
- • Shipping 100+ kg to India
- • Sending bulky items (bedding, clothes)
- • You can wait 6-8 weeks for delivery
Air cargo to India is better when:
- • Sending under 100 kg to India
- • You need fast delivery (2-3 weeks)
- • Shipping dense items (books, kitchenware)
Remember: We always round up to the next whole kilogram. If your chargeable weight is 16.3 kg, it becomes 17 kg.
Need Help With Your UK to India Shipment?
This calculator is for household goods and personal effects from the UK to India. For business or commercial cargo, please contact our team directly.