Air Freight Across Australia
When ground transport isn’t fast enough, Speed Post arranges express air freight between all major Australian cities. Ideal for urgent, time-sensitive, and high-value cargo that can’t afford delays.
✈️ Urgent freight that can’t wait? Air freight is the fastest way to move it across Australia.
Get an Instant QuoteThe Fastest Way to Move Freight Across Australia
Air freight is the movement of cargo via aircraft — the fastest available transport mode for interstate shipments across Australia. When road or rail timelines simply aren’t fast enough, air freight gets your goods from one city to another in hours, not days.
Speed Post arranges air freight services across all major Australian capital cities. Whether you need same-day dispatch, overnight delivery, or scheduled air cargo — we manage the booking, collection, and delivery coordination on your behalf, so you can focus on your business.
Speed When It Matters Most.
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✓Fastest transit times — city-to-city in hours, not days — ideal for urgent and time-critical shipments
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✓Same-day dispatch — book early and your freight can fly the same day from major capital cities
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✓High-value & fragile cargo — air freight offers superior security and reduced handling compared to road
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✓Managed end-to-end — Speed Post coordinates pickup, air terminal lodgement, and delivery to the final address
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✓All cargo types — documents, spare parts, machinery, medical supplies, pallets, and more
Built for Businesses That Can’t Afford to Wait
Same-Day & Overnight Delivery
Book early for same-day air dispatch from major cities. Overnight air freight connects Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and more within 24 hours.
Express Interstate Speeds
Air freight eliminates the multi-day road transit between distant cities. Perth to Sydney, Darwin to Melbourne, Brisbane to Adelaide — fast, direct, reliable.
Secure Handling
Air freight undergoes strict airport security protocols and significantly less physical handling than road freight — making it ideal for high-value and fragile cargo.
Wide Cargo Range
We handle documents, spare parts, medical supplies, machinery components, pallets, and general cargo. Maximum height for domestic aircraft is 1.6m — contact us for oversized items.
Door-to-Door Option
We can arrange collection from your premises, manage air terminal lodgement, and coordinate last-mile delivery to the recipient — fully managed from end to end.
Transparent Pricing
Air freight costs are based on actual or volumetric weight — whichever is greater. We provide a clear, fixed quote with no hidden surcharges before you confirm.
Common Air Freight Cargo Types
Air freight is suitable for a wide range of cargo. If you’re unsure whether your goods can travel by air, contact our team and we’ll advise you.
Urgent Documents & Correspondence
Legal documents, contracts, tender submissions, and time-critical paperwork that must arrive the same or next day.
Spare Parts & Components
Machine parts, industrial components, automotive spares — when production or operations are on hold waiting for a part, air freight is the answer.
Medical & Pharmaceutical Supplies
Medical equipment, laboratory samples, and pharmaceutical supplies where delivery timing is critical to patient care or operations.
General Cargo & Pallets
Boxes, cartons, and palletised freight that needs to move interstate faster than road freight timelines allow.
High-Value Goods
Valuable items benefit from the tighter security, less handling, and faster transit that air freight provides compared to road or rail alternatives.
Industrial & Mining Equipment
Smaller machinery, tools, and equipment components for mining, construction, and industrial operations where downtime is costly.
Please note: Certain goods are restricted or prohibited from air transport, including dangerous goods, flammable liquids, and some chemicals. Contact our team before booking if you’re unsure whether your cargo is suitable for air freight. Maximum domestic aircraft cargo height is 1.6 metres.
From Quote to Delivered in 4 Steps
Submit Your Details
Tell us your pickup city, destination, cargo dimensions, weight, and required delivery timeframe.
Receive Your Quote
We respond within 15–30 minutes with a clear, fixed-price air freight quote based on actual or volumetric weight.
We Arrange Collection
We coordinate pickup from your premises, manage air terminal lodgement, and dispatch your freight on the next available flight.
Delivered & Confirmed
Your freight is delivered to the destination address. You receive delivery confirmation, consignment PDF, and tax invoice by email.
All Major Australian Capital Cities Covered
We arrange air freight between all major Australian capital cities and key regional hubs.
Australia’s Trusted Freight Partner
End-to-End Air Freight Management
We handle everything — pickup, airport lodgement, flight booking, and last-mile delivery — so you don’t have to coordinate with multiple parties.
Fully Licensed & Insured
Speed Post operates within all Australian transport and aviation freight regulations, with comprehensive cargo insurance on every shipment.
Fast Quote Turnaround
We respond to air freight enquiries within 15–30 minutes with a transparent, fixed-price quote — no waiting, no hidden costs.
Rated 4.9/5 by Our Clients
From manufacturing businesses to healthcare providers — our clients rate us consistently for speed, reliability, and professional service.
“Our machine parts were urgently needed at our Brisbane site. Speed Post arranged same-day air freight from Sydney and the parts were on site by the afternoon. Saved us an entire day of downtime.”
“We regularly send urgent medical supplies interstate. Speed Post’s air freight service is fast, reliable, and the documentation is always complete — exactly what we need.”
Air Freight FAQs
How is air freight priced?
Air freight is priced by either actual weight or volumetric weight (length × width × height ÷ a volumetric divisor), whichever is greater. We’ll calculate both and provide you with a clear, fixed quote.
Can I send dangerous goods by air?
Certain dangerous goods are restricted or prohibited on domestic aircraft. Please contact our team before booking and advise us of the nature of your goods — we’ll let you know if they’re eligible for air transport and any special handling requirements.
Is there a maximum height for domestic air freight?
Yes — cargo must generally be under 1.6 metres high to be loaded onto domestic aircraft. If your cargo exceeds this, contact our team and we’ll explore the available options for your shipment.
What documentation will I receive?
On delivery completion, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your consignment PDF, freight label PDF, and a full tax invoice — all in one email, ready for your records and accounting.
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