Express air freight for Australian SMEs
Australtrade delivers fast, compliant and cost-effective air freight solutions across Australia and APAC. We specialise in SME shipments — small batches, urgent orders, and sensitive cargo handled with care.
- Priority handling & space booking
- Door-to-door pickup & delivery
- Customs clearance and compliance
Why SMEs choose Australtrade
We combine airline partnerships, local agents, and experienced operations teams to reduce transit times and paperwork friction. Our SME-focused services provide transparent pricing, flexible routing and real-time shipment tracking.
- Competitive small-lot pricing
- Rapid pickup & consolidation
- Temperature & hazard handling options
Core services
Door-to-door
Pickup from your warehouse and delivery to customer address with end-to-end tracking.
Customs clearance
Experienced brokers handle documentation, TARIC classification and duty estimates for Australia.
Express handling
Priority consolidation and AWB issuance for urgent orders and replenishment runs.
Routing & transit
Optimised routings across main APAC gateways — Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Singapore, Hong Kong and onward. Select the service level that matches your delivery SLA.
Priority space with expedited handling. Ideal for urgent replenishments and time-sensitive shipments. Includes AWB, priority handling and customs pre-clearance.
- Typical transit: 1–3 business days
- Service: Door-to-door or airport-to-airport
- Recommended for: Perishables, electronics, time-critical parts
Cost-efficient consolidation for regular shipments. We manage pickup, consolidation and final-mile delivery with predictable schedules.
- Typical transit: 3–7 business days
- Service: Consolidation with scheduled departures
- Recommended for: Regular stock replenishment, non-urgent goods
Assistance with tariff classification, permits, and quarantine documentation — tailored to Australian import rules.
- Pre-arrival documentation checks
- Tariff advisory for smaller consignments
- Assisted clearance to minimise delays
SME case study
Client: Australian electronics reseller — urgent replenishment to meet a product launch.
Outcome: same-week delivery from APAC supplier to Melbourne retail DC using express air service and customs pre-clearance. Reduced stockout days and saved 18% on lost sales.
"Australtrade secured space and managed documentation faster than expected — critical for our launch." — Operations Manager
Frequently asked questions
What documents are required for exports?
Commercial invoice, packing list, airway bill details, and any product-specific certificates (e.g., phytosanitary, health) depending on commodity.
Can you handle hazardous goods?
Yes — we handle limited classes of dangerous goods under airline rules with appropriate packaging and documentation.
How do I track my shipment?
We provide AWB tracking and local milestone updates via email or the client portal for registered accounts.
What about insurance?
Marine cargo insurance is available and recommended for high-value consignments. We can advise on coverage options.
Ready to move faster?
Contact our SME air freight specialists for a tailored quote and routing plan.