Aramex Shipping Rate
Rates & Price Calculation
At Aramex Shipping, shipping costs are calculated automatically to ensure fair, accurate, and transparent pricing. Rates depend on shipment weight, dimensions, destination, delivery speed, and selected services.
How Shipping Rates Are Calculated
Shipping costs are determined using the following factors:
| Factor | Description |
|---|---|
| Weight | Actual or volumetric weight (whichever is higher) |
| Dimensions | Length × Width × Height |
| Origin & Destination | Domestic or international zones |
| Delivery Speed | Standard or Express |
| Service Type | Document, parcel, or freight |
| Customs & Taxes | Based on destination regulations |
| Additional Services | Insurance, special handling, packaging |
Domestic Shipping Calculation
For local and nationwide deliveries.
| Shipment Type | Delivery Time | Rate Calculation |
|---|---|---|
| Documents | Same Day / Next Day | Calculated by weight & distance |
| Small Parcels | 1–2 Business Days | Based on weight & size |
| Large Parcels | 2–3 Business Days | Weight + volumetric size |
| Express Delivery | Priority Service | Speed-based calculation |
Door-to-door delivery Real-time tracking Secure handling
International Shipping Calculation
Worldwide delivery with customs support.
| Destination Zone | Shipment Type | Delivery Time | Rate Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regional | Documents / Parcels | 3–5 Days | Weight & zone |
| Continental | Parcels | 4–7 Days | Volumetric weight |
| Worldwide | Express | 2–4 Days | Priority + distance |
Customs duties and taxes are calculated separately Final rates depend on destination country rules
Express Shipping Calculation
For urgent and time-sensitive shipments.
| Coverage | Weight Range | Delivery Speed | Rate Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic | All weights | Next Day | Priority handling |
| International | All weights | 2–4 Days | Speed + distance |
E-Commerce & Business Shipping
Custom pricing for businesses and bulk shipments.
| Shipping Volume | Pricing Model |
|---|---|
| Low Volume | Per-shipment calculation |
| Medium Volume | Discounted rate calculation |
| High Volume | Custom contract pricing |
API integration available Bulk shipment optimization COD options supported
Volumetric Weight Formula
When applicable, shipping cost is calculated using volumetric weight:
The higher of actual weight or volumetric weight is used for pricing.
Additional Cost Factors
| Service | Calculation Method |
|---|---|
| Insurance | Percentage of declared value |
| Customs Clearance | Destination-based |
| Remote Area Delivery | Distance-based |
| Special Packaging | Service-based |