Are these rates the actual freight rates I will pay?

No. The rates shown are indicative planning rates — not live carrier quotations. Actual freight rates depend on carrier, route, service level, cargo type, season, fuel surcharges, origin and destination charges, handling fees, customs, insurance, and other variables. Always confirm the final rate with your freight forwarder before booking.

What is the difference between weight-based and volume-based freight?

Carriers bill freight either by weight (typically for heavy, dense cargo) or by volume (for light, bulky cargo). The rule is simple: if the cargo is dense, weight-based pricing prevails; if the cargo is bulky, volume-based pricing prevails. For air freight, a dimensional weight formula determines which applies. Sea freight LCL is usually billed by m³.

Is the Freight Calculator free?

Yes, the IMEXLOG Freight Calculator is completely free with no sign-up required. If you need a professional report with detailed freight breakdown and reference number, you can optionally purchase one for $4.99.

What is included in the Professional Freight Report?

The Professional Freight Report includes the transport mode, cargo weight and volume, weight-based and volume-based estimates, combined freight estimate, route details, date and time stamp, and a unique reference number. It is saved to your IMEXLOG account.

When should I use air freight instead of sea freight?

Air freight is faster (1–7 days) but much more expensive per kg and per m³ — ideal for high-value, time-critical, or perishable cargo. Sea freight is slower (20–45 days) but far cheaper per kg and per m³ — ideal for high-volume, non-urgent cargo. Road freight is best for regional and cross-border moves.

Does the estimate include customs duties and taxes?

No. The Freight Calculator estimates transport cost only. Customs duties, VAT, import taxes, and other destination-side costs are separate. Use the IMEXLOG Landed Cost Calculator to estimate total landed cost including duties and taxes.

Can I use this calculator for FCL container freight?

For FCL (Full Container Load) shipments, freight is usually charged per container, not per kg or m³. Use the IMEXLOG Container Calculator to determine the right container type, then request an FCL quote from IMEXLOG. This Freight Calculator works best for LCL, air, and road freight.

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Freight Calculator

Estimate international freight costs using cargo weight, volume, route and transport mode.

Shipment details

Enter your shipment information to retrieve an indicative freight estimate.

Transport mode

Cargo weight

Cargo volume

m³

Origin

Destination

Live results are indicative and may vary from final carrier quotations.

🚢 Sea Freight

Typical transit:20–45 days

Best for:High-volume, non-urgent cargo

Freight Estimate

Transport mode🚢 Sea Freight

Estimated freight$1,200.00

Estimate sourceIMEXLOG planning rate

Transit20–45 days

Planning estimate: No live market result is currently available, so IMEXLOG is using its internal planning rate.

This is an indicative estimate, not a binding carrier quotation. Final freight may include fuel surcharges, origin charges, destination charges, handling, customs, insurance and carrier-specific fees.

Compare transport modes

Mode	Estimated cost	Transit	Status
🚢 Sea Freight	$1,200.00	20–45 days	Planning
✈️ Air Freight	$7,500.00	1–7 days	Planning
🚚 Road Freight	$1,800.00	1–15 days (regional)	Planning

Freight estimates may be sourced from external market-data providers and are subject to their respective terms.

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Need a professional freight report?

Download a professional freight report with route, cargo details, estimate, source and timestamp.

Need an actual freight quote?

Submit your shipment details to the IMEXLOG Trade Desk and receive a formal logistics quotation.

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Why use the IMEXLOG Freight Calculator

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Market-linked estimates

Request indicative freight information for the route and cargo you enter.

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Compare transport modes

Compare sea, air and road planning estimates from one interface.

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Move from estimate to quote

Send the shipment to the IMEXLOG Trade Desk when you need a formal quotation.

How freight pricing works

Freight pricing depends on the transport mode, route, shipment characteristics, carrier and service level.

Weight = Cargo weight

Volume = Cargo volume

Route = Origin → Destination

Live market data + shipment details → indicative freight estimate

The result should be used for planning. Final shipment pricing should be confirmed with the carrier or freight forwarder.

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Frequently asked questions

How does the Freight Calculator work?▾

The IMEXLOG Freight Calculator uses your origin, destination, cargo weight, volume and transport mode to request an indicative freight estimate. Where live market data is available, the calculator displays the returned price range and transit estimate.

Are these actual freight rates?▾

The online result is an indicative freight estimate, not a binding carrier quotation. Final freight depends on carrier, sailing or flight date, cargo type, equipment, route, fuel charges, origin and destination charges, handling and other shipment conditions.

Does the calculator use live freight prices?▾

Yes. When the external freight-data provider returns a result for your route, IMEXLOG displays the returned indicative price range. If no live estimate is available, the calculator can fall back to internal planning rates.

What is the difference between weight and volume pricing?▾

Different transport modes use different rating methods. Air freight commonly uses actual or dimensional weight, while LCL sea freight is commonly related to cargo volume. The final carrier quotation determines the applicable rating basis.

Does this include customs duties and taxes?▾

No. Freight is only one part of the total import or export cost. Use the IMEXLOG Landed Cost Calculator and Import Cost Calculator for additional cost planning.

Can I request an actual freight quote?▾

Yes. After reviewing the indicative estimate, you can submit the shipment to the IMEXLOG Trade Desk for a formal logistics quotation.

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Trade Guidelines

Reference information for international trade, Incoterms, documentation, customs and compliance.

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IMEXLOG Trade Desk

Source, verify, connect and move international cargo with support from the IMEXLOG logistics network.