Asia (Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan)
Middle East (UAE, Saudi, Kuwait)
USA & Canada
Europe & Australia
Air Cargo (Faster)
Sea Cargo (Balikbayan Box)
Shipping Estimate Result
*Note: This is an estimated price based on general international rates. Actual pricing may vary based on fuel surcharges, taxes, and item declaration value.
Understanding LBC International Shipping Rates
LBC Express is the primary courier choice for Filipinos worldwide, especially when sending "Balikbayan" boxes or business documents. Calculating the LBC international rate requires understanding two main methods: Air Cargo and Sea Cargo.
How International Air Cargo Rates are Calculated
For international air shipments, LBC uses the "Chargeable Weight" rule. This is the higher value between the Actual Weight (the weight on the scale) and the Volumetric Weight (the space the box occupies). The standard formula for volumetric weight in international shipping is:
(Length x Width x Height in cm) / 3500 = Volumetric Weight in kg
Sea Cargo and Balikbayan Box Rates
Sea Cargo is typically used for larger, heavier items. Unlike Air Cargo, Sea Cargo is often billed per box size rather than weight, provided the contents do not exceed a certain limit or contain restricted items. Common sizes include:
Medium Box: Ideal for personal effects and snacks.
Large Box: The standard size for most household shipments.
XL/Jumbo Box: Used for heavy-duty consolidation of items.
Regional Rate Factors
The destination plays a significant role in the cost. Shipping to Asia (Zone 1) is naturally more affordable than shipping to the USA, Europe, or Australia (Zone 3) due to fuel costs and transit distance. Additionally, taxes and clearance fees vary by country, which can affect the final price at the LBC branch.
Realistic Example Calculation
Suppose you are shipping a box to the USA via Air Cargo:
Dimensions: 30cm x 30cm x 30cm
Actual Weight: 5kg
Volumetric Weight: (30*30*30) / 3500 = 7.71kg
Chargeable Weight: 7.71kg (Since volumetric is higher than actual)
Estimated Cost: Based on a rate of roughly PHP 1,100 per kg for USA, the cost would be approximately PHP 8,481.
function toggleInputs() {
var service = document.getElementById("serviceType").value;
var weightLabel = document.querySelector("#weightSection label");
if (service === "sea") {
weightLabel.innerHTML = "Approximate Weight (kg) – For reference only";
} else {
weightLabel.innerHTML = "Actual Weight (kg)";
}
}
function calculateLBCRate() {
var region = document.getElementById("destinationRegion").value;
var service = document.getElementById("serviceType").value;
var l = parseFloat(document.getElementById("boxLength").value) || 0;
var w = parseFloat(document.getElementById("boxWidth").value) || 0;
var h = parseFloat(document.getElementById("boxHeight").value) || 0;
var actualWt = parseFloat(document.getElementById("actualWeight").value) || 0;
var resultDiv = document.getElementById("lbcResult");
var weightDisplay = document.getElementById("chargeableWeightDisplay");
var rateDisplay = document.getElementById("totalRateDisplay");
if (l <= 0 || w <= 0 || h <= 0 || actualWt <= 0) {
alert("Please enter valid dimensions and weight.");
return;
}
var volumetricWt = (l * w * h) / 3500;
var chargeableWt = Math.max(actualWt, volumetricWt);
var baseRate = 0;
var finalCost = 0;
if (service === "air") {
// Base rates per KG based on region
if (region === "asia") baseRate = 650;
else if (region === "me") baseRate = 850;
else if (region === "us_can") baseRate = 1100;
else if (region === "eu_au") baseRate = 1250;
finalCost = chargeableWt * baseRate;
weightDisplay.innerHTML = "Volumetric Weight: " + volumetricWt.toFixed(2) + " kgChargeable Weight: " + chargeableWt.toFixed(2) + " kg";
} else {
// Sea Cargo flat rates roughly based on volume (Simplified for calculation)
var volumeM3 = (l * w * h) / 1000000;
var regionMultiplier = 1;
if (region === "asia") regionMultiplier = 1.0;
else if (region === "me") regionMultiplier = 1.4;
else if (region === "us_can") regionMultiplier = 1.8;
else if (region === "eu_au") regionMultiplier = 2.0;
// Base sea cargo logic: Approx PHP 150,000 per CBM as a starting point for international sea freight
finalCost = volumeM3 * 150000 * regionMultiplier;
// Minimum floor pricing for sea cargo boxes
if (finalCost < 3000) finalCost = 3000;
weightDisplay.innerHTML = "Total Volume: " + volumeM3.toFixed(4) + " CBMType: Sea Cargo Consolidation";
}
rateDisplay.innerHTML = "Estimated Cost: PHP " + finalCost.toLocaleString(undefined, {minimumFractionDigits: 2, maximumFractionDigits: 2});
resultDiv.style.display = "block";
}