We operate a network of ground handling terminals throughout Australia and in Los Angeles. Different charges apply for domestic and international shipments.
The basic cost of air freight is determined by either the weight or the size of your shipment. Find out more about calculating your freight costs here. Other fees will apply depending on what is being shipped, any specialist handling requirements or other services that may be needed. Booking fees may also apply depending on how you book but there are exceptions for selected shipments.
Fees are in AUD, exclude GST and apply per air waybill.
Basic service fees
Dangerous Goods acceptance - $75
Fuel - 9.40% (effective 17 Apr 2021)
Security - 3%
(Note: Fuel and security fees apply to basic and kg charges)
Screening fees (excl GST)
Manual booking service fee (excl GST)
Our international fees cover terminal service fees and other charges.
View Australian International Terminal Service Fees effective from 5 April 2021 (PDF)
Fees provided are subject to variation with a minimum seven days' notice.
Manual booking service fee (excl GST)
Rate book charges
Qantas Freight reserves the right to recharge all or part of any ground handling fee if a shipment is rejected and resubmitted (completely or partially).
From 1 Oct 2020, a fee of A$30 (excl GST) per AWB will apply when general bookings are made through our Customer Service team via phone or email.
Exceptions
Fees will not apply for bookings made with our Customer Service team for the following international and domestic (if applicable) shipments: