Lbc Shipping Rate Calculator

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LBC Shipping Rate Calculator (Estimate)

Estimate your domestic shipping costs in the Philippines

Metro Manila Luzon Visayas / Mindanao
Metro Manila Luzon Visayas / Mindanao
KB Mini (Up to 1kg) KB Slim (Up to 2kg) KB Small (Up to 3kg) KB Medium (Up to 5kg) KB Large (Up to 10kg) Own Packaging (Cargo)

Estimated Shipping Result

Chargeable Weight: 0 kg
Base Shipping Fee: PHP 0.00
Valuation Fee (Insurance): PHP 0.00
Total Estimate: PHP 0.00

*Disclaimer: This is an unofficial estimate based on standard regional rates. Actual prices at LBC branches may vary based on fuel surcharges and specific locations.

Understanding LBC Shipping Rates

LBC Express is the leading courier and cargo service in the Philippines. Calculating the shipping cost for your package involves several factors beyond just weight. Our LBC shipping rate calculator helps you estimate these costs for domestic deliveries.

How LBC Calculates Rates

LBC uses a combination of factors to determine the final price of your shipment:

  • Zone of Origin and Destination: Shipping within the same region (e.g., Metro Manila to Metro Manila) is the cheapest. Shipping cross-region (e.g., Luzon to Mindanao) incurs higher costs.
  • Weight and Dimensions: For "Own Packaging," LBC uses Volumetric Weight. The formula is (Length x Width x Height) / 3500. LBC charges whichever is higher between the actual weight and the volumetric weight.
  • Packaging Type: LBC offers Kilobox (KB) sizes (Mini, Slim, Small, Medium, Large) which have flat rates up to a certain weight limit within specific zones.
  • Valuation Fee: This is essentially insurance. It is typically 1% of the declared value or a minimum of PHP 5.00 for the first PHP 500.

LBC Shipping Examples (Estimates)

Package & Route Estimated Cost
KB Mini (Metro Manila to Manila) PHP 95.00 – 110.00
KB Small (Luzon to Visayas) PHP 240.00 – 300.00
5kg Own Box (Manila to Mindanao) PHP 650.00 – 900.00

Pro Tips for Cheaper Shipping

  1. Use LBC Boxes: If your item fits in a standard Kilobox, it's often cheaper than using your own packaging.
  2. Optimize Space: For "Own Packaging," keep your box as small as possible to minimize volumetric weight.
  3. Branch Pickup: Opting for branch pickup (COP – Cash on Pickup) instead of door-to-door delivery can sometimes save on convenience fees.
  4. Accurate Declared Value: While you want to save on valuation fees, always declare the true value for high-ticket items to ensure you are covered in case of loss.
function toggleDimensions() { var pkg = document.getElementById("packageType").value; var dimFields = document.getElementById("dimensionFields"); if (pkg === "own") { dimFields.style.display = "grid"; } else { dimFields.style.display = "none"; } } function calculateLBCRate() { var origin = document.getElementById("originZone").value; var dest = document.getElementById("destZone").value; var pkgType = document.getElementById("packageType").value; var actualW = parseFloat(document.getElementById("actualWeight").value) || 0; var valValue = parseFloat(document.getElementById("declaredValue").value) || 0; var chargeableWeight = actualW; var baseRate = 0; // Determine Zone Multiplier var zoneFactor = 1; // Intra-zone if (origin !== dest) { if ((origin === "manila" && dest === "vismin") || (origin === "vismin" && dest === "manila")) { zoneFactor = 2.5; // Far Inter-zone } else { zoneFactor = 1.8; // Near Inter-zone } } // Logic for Fixed Packaging vs Own Packaging if (pkgType === "mini") { baseRate = 95 * zoneFactor; chargeableWeight = Math.max(actualW, 1); } else if (pkgType === "slim") { baseRate = 130 * zoneFactor; chargeableWeight = Math.max(actualW, 2); } else if (pkgType === "small") { baseRate = 180 * zoneFactor; chargeableWeight = Math.max(actualW, 3); } else if (pkgType === "medium") { baseRate = 250 * zoneFactor; chargeableWeight = Math.max(actualW, 5); } else if (pkgType === "large") { baseRate = 450 * zoneFactor; chargeableWeight = Math.max(actualW, 10); } else if (pkgType === "own") { var L = parseFloat(document.getElementById("pkgLength").value) || 0; var W = parseFloat(document.getElementById("pkgWidth").value) || 0; var H = parseFloat(document.getElementById("pkgHeight").value) || 0; var volWeight = (L * W * H) / 3500; chargeableWeight = Math.max(actualW, volWeight); // Base for Own Packaging var baseStart = 150 * zoneFactor; var perKgRate = 80 * (zoneFactor * 0.8); baseRate = baseStart + (Math.max(0, chargeableWeight – 1) * perKgRate); } // Valuation Fee Calculation (1% of value, minimum 5 PHP) var valuationFee = valValue * 0.01; if (valuationFee < 5) valuationFee = 5; var totalEstimate = baseRate + valuationFee; // Display results document.getElementById("resWeight").innerText = chargeableWeight.toFixed(2) + " kg"; document.getElementById("resBase").innerText = "PHP " + baseRate.toLocaleString(undefined, {minimumFractionDigits: 2, maximumFractionDigits: 2}); document.getElementById("resValuation").innerText = "PHP " + valuationFee.toLocaleString(undefined, {minimumFractionDigits: 2, maximumFractionDigits: 2}); document.getElementById("resTotal").innerText = "PHP " + totalEstimate.toLocaleString(undefined, {minimumFractionDigits: 2, maximumFractionDigits: 2}); document.getElementById("resultArea").style.display = "block"; }

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