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:
Fixed 21 working days (remote)
The Air transit clock starts when final payment is received. Working days exclude weekends and public holidays in both UK and India.
Weight Calculation: Chargeable weight (higher of actual or volumetric)
Volumetric = L × W × H ÷ 5000
The Sea transit clock starts when final payment is received. Working days exclude weekends and public holidays in both UK and India. Applies to every Indian destination.
Weight Calculation: Chargeable weight (higher of actual or volumetric)
Sea freight is about 25% cheaper per kg than air on shipments over 100 kg.
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 £299 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 fixed 14 working days (metro) / 21 (remote). The Air transit clock starts when final payment is received. Working days exclude weekends and public holidays in both UK and India.
- 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 fixed 45 working days to every Indian destination. The Sea transit clock starts when final payment is received. Working days exclude weekends and public holidays in both UK and India.
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:
Drop-off: Warehouse drop-off limits are 32 kg per box and 95 cm on any side. Above either limit, acceptance is at the warehouse team's discretion and is not guaranteed. Only the two home-collection surcharges do not apply at the warehouse; the limits still apply.
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.
Chargeable weight = greater of actual weight and volumetric weight. Volumetric weight (kg) = (L × W × H in cm) ÷ 5000. The same calculation is applied to BOTH air and sea freight.
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 the same chargeable weight formula as air — higher of actual or volumetric.
Chargeable = MAX(Actual, Volumetric)
At £2.99/kg, sea is about 25% cheaper per kg than air on shipments over 100 kg.
Pro tip: Sea freight is about 25% cheaper per kg than air on shipments over 100 kg (£2.99 vs £4 per kg) — ideal when you can wait the fixed 45 working days. The Air and Sea transit clock starts when final payment is received. Working days exclude weekends and public holidays in both UK and India.
Actual Weight vs Dimensional WeightAir & Sea Freight
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 both Air and Sea freight
Sea Freight Advantage: At £2.99/kg, sea freight is about 25% cheaper per kg than air on shipments over 100 kg — significant savings on larger shipments where you can wait the fixed 45 working days. The Air and Sea transit clock starts when final payment is received. Working days exclude weekends and public holidays in both UK and India.
UK to India Shipping Examples
Sending Pillows & Bedding to India
Chargeable: 24 kg
£96
24 kg × £4/kg
Chargeable: 5 kg
£299
Min charge applies
Sea min £299 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
£299
Min charge applies
Sea freight is about 25% cheaper per kg than air on shipments over 100 kg. Below 100 kg the £299 Sea minimum applies, and Air is usually cheaper under 75 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 the fixed 45 working days (The Air and Sea transit clock starts when final payment is received. Working days exclude weekends and public holidays in both UK and India.)
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.