On November 6, 2026, a 5 lb box from Toronto to London cost C$87.46 by UPS Express Saver on GoorooShip's Business Plus plan (C$74.01 on Business Guru), due in three business days. The same box cost the same to Berlin, C$92.46 to Tokyo or Hong Kong, and C$110.60 to Sydney. Destination duties and taxes are extra.
This guide shows real UPS international rates from Canada for six destinations and three sizes, explains the UPS international services and which to choose, and covers customs and booking.
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What it costs: real UPS international rates
We quoted one 5 lb box, 12 × 10 × 6 in, from Toronto (M5V 2T6) on GoorooShip on Friday, November 6, 2026. For each destination, the table shows the lowest-priced UPS service and UPS Worldwide Express, with the price on each plan, before taxes and destination duties:
| Destination | UPS service | Est. delivery | Business Plus | Business Pro | Business Guru |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London, UK | Express Saver | Wed Nov 11 | C$87.46 | C$80.74 | C$74.01 |
| London, UK | Worldwide Express | Wed Nov 11 | C$111.54 | C$102.96 | C$94.38 |
| Berlin, Germany | Express Saver | Wed Nov 11 | C$87.46 | C$80.74 | C$74.01 |
| Berlin, Germany | Worldwide Express | Wed Nov 11 | C$111.54 | C$102.96 | C$94.38 |
| Sydney, Australia | Express Saver | Thu Nov 12 | C$110.60 | C$102.10 | C$93.59 |
| Sydney, Australia | Worldwide Express | Thu Nov 12 | C$141.28 | C$130.42 | C$119.55 |
| Tokyo, Japan | Express Saver | Wed Nov 11 | C$92.46 | C$85.34 | C$78.23 |
| Hong Kong | Express Saver | Thu Nov 12 | C$92.46 | C$85.34 | C$78.23 |
| Hong Kong | Worldwide Express | Thu Nov 12 | C$117.95 | C$108.88 | C$99.80 |
| Mexico City, Mexico | Worldwide Expedited | Thu Nov 12 | C$99.81 | C$92.14 | C$84.46 |
| Mexico City, Mexico | Express Saver | Wed Nov 11 | C$133.61 | C$123.34 | C$113.06 |
Each quote returned 7 to 16 services, including Purolator and FedEx, but UPS was the lowest-priced carrier to all six destinations that day. Worldwide Express wasn't offered to Tokyo in this quote.
How size changes the price: Toronto to London
| Shipment | UPS Express Saver | UPS Worldwide Express Plus |
|---|---|---|
| 1 lb document envelope | C$35.78 | C$169.53 |
| 5 lb box, 12 × 10 × 6 in | C$87.46 | C$235.03 |
| 20 lb box, 18 × 14 × 12 in | C$183.24 | C$355.69 |
Business Plus prices, quoted November 6, 2026; all due Wednesday, November 11. Carriers charge by billable weight, the greater of actual and dimensional weight, so a large, light box can cost much more than its scale weight suggests. See how to determine billable weight.
UPS international services from Canada
These are the UPS services that appeared in our international quotes, from the most premium down:
- UPS Worldwide Express Plus: UPS's earliest delivery time of day. For the 5 lb box it cost about two and a half times Express Saver, for the same delivery date.
- UPS Worldwide Express: delivery earlier in the day than Express Saver, on the same date in our quotes, for about 28% more.
- UPS Express Saver: express delivery by the end of the day. It was the lowest-priced UPS service to five of the six destinations.
- UPS Worldwide Expedited: a slower, scheduled service, due one or two days after Express Saver in our quotes. It was cheaper only to Mexico.
Shipping to the US? Ground services like UPS Standard are available there; see how to ship a package from Canada to the US.
Which UPS service should you choose?
- Start with Express Saver. On most routes we quoted it was both cheaper and faster than Worldwide Expedited.
- Check Expedited for some destinations. To Mexico City, Expedited cost C$99.81 against C$133.61 for Express Saver, one day slower.
- Pay for Express or Express Plus only when the time of day matters. They arrived on the same date as Express Saver in our quotes.
- Destination zone matters more than distance. London and Berlin cost exactly the same, Tokyo and Hong Kong the same, Sydney more.
- Compare every shipment. Rates change with fuel surcharges and the route, and other carriers can be lower on some lanes. The shipping calculator shows UPS, FedEx, Purolator and others side by side.
Customs and duties for international shipments
- Every international shipment of goods needs a commercial invoice: a clear description of each item, its value, quantity and country of origin, and the HS code. See how to prepare a commercial invoice for international shipping.
- Duties and taxes are separate from the shipping rate. The receiver usually pays them, unless you choose to pay them when booking.
- Check what can go. UPS won't carry some items at all, and each country has its own import rules. See UPS prohibited items in Canada and UPS's country regulations tool.
- Documents only? Paperwork with no commercial value can go as a document envelope; see what is a document shipment.
How to ship internationally with UPS through GoorooShip
- Get a quote in the shipping calculator with the destination city and postal code.
- Create a free account: UPS international services are available on every GoorooShip plan, and higher plans get lower rates.
- Enter the addresses and package details, choose the UPS service, and complete the commercial invoice.
- Pay and print the label. See how to read a UPS shipping label.
- Schedule a pickup or drop the package off at a UPS location.
- Track it with track and trace until it's delivered.
Ways to lower the cost
- Use the smallest box that protects the item, and check UPS weight and size limits for larger pieces.
- Send paperwork as a document envelope: C$35.78 to London against C$87.46 for a 5 lb box.
- Give the full postal code. Some destinations need it for an accurate quote; for China, see the cheapest way to ship to China.
- Choose a higher plan if you ship often. The same 5 lb box to London was C$87.46 on Business Plus and C$74.01 on Business Guru.
For more on comparing carriers, see our courier service.
Frequently asked questions
How much does UPS international shipping cost from Canada?
It depends on the destination, size, weight and service. On November 6, 2026, a 5 lb box (12 × 10 × 6 in) from Toronto cost C$87.46 to London or Berlin and C$110.60 to Sydney by UPS Express Saver on GoorooShip's Business Plus plan (C$74.01 and C$93.59 on Business Guru), before destination duties and taxes.
Which is cheaper, UPS Express Saver or UPS Worldwide Expedited?
Often Express Saver, even though it's faster. In GoorooShip's November 2026 quotes from Toronto, Express Saver was cheaper than Worldwide Expedited to the UK, Germany, Australia, Japan and Hong Kong. To Mexico City, Expedited was cheaper. Compare both for your own shipment.
How long does UPS international shipping take from Canada?
In our November 6, 2026 quotes from Toronto, UPS Express Saver was due in three business days to London, Berlin and Tokyo and four to Sydney and Hong Kong; Worldwide Expedited was due a day or two later. Customs clearance can add time.
Who pays duties and taxes on an international UPS shipment?
Usually the receiver pays the destination country's import duties and taxes, unless you choose to pay them when booking. Shipping rates don't include them, so tell your recipient what to expect.
Can I send documents internationally with UPS?
Yes. Documents with no commercial value can go as a document envelope, which costs much less than a box: on November 6, 2026, a 1 lb document envelope from Toronto to London cost C$35.78 by UPS Express Saver on Business Plus. An envelope with anything other than documents is quoted as a package.
Can every GoorooShip plan ship UPS internationally?
Yes. UPS international services are available on every GoorooShip plan; higher plans get lower rates.