How much does it cost to ship a package from Spain to the Philippines (2026 price table)

The question everyone asks first: how much will it cost?

If you're reading this, chances are you already have a package ready and you just want to know one thing: how much will it cost to send it to the Philippines. No marketing pages, no 15-field forms, no calls. The real price.

This guide is exactly that. An up-to-date price table for 2026 showing what it costs to ship from Spain to the Philippines by weight and service type. Based on actual Acacia Cargo rates and compared to the biggest names in the market.

Quick price table (from Barcelona to the Philippines)

The easiest way to estimate the price is by weight and service type. This is the baseline table:

Air cargo (airborne balikbayan box) — 7 to 15 days

Important: the more weight, the lower the price per kilo. Sending one big box is cheaper per kg than several small packages. If you're unsure, send everything together.

Sea cargo (sea balikbayan box) — 45 to 60 days

Sea cargo pricing does not depend on weight within the box size. You can fill it to the brim.

Documents and small packages — 3 to 5 days

What's included in the price?

Every published Acacia Cargo rate includes:

• Pickup at Carrer Pelai 9, Barcelona (or courier delivery to our office)
• Professional packaging if reinforcement is needed
• Customs clearance in the Philippines (Bureau of Customs)
• Real-time tracking until delivery
• Home delivery to any province in the Philippines
• VAT included

No surprises and no last-minute fees. Closed price from the moment you request a quote until your family receives the box.

Comparison with other companies

These are the indicative 2026 prices we've seen to ship a 20 kg airborne balikbayan box from Spain to the Philippines:

Key takeaway: an informal pasabuy may look cheaper, but there's no guarantee if the box is lost or damaged. And actual delivery time usually doubles. Here we explain the differences between a pasabuy and a professional service in depth.

What affects the final price

The price doesn't depend only on weight. These factors change it:

1. Destination province in the Philippines

Delivery to Manila, Cebu or Davao is included in the base price. For more remote provinces (Batanes, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi) there's a €5–15 surcharge for the last-mile delivery.

2. Shipping type

• Air: faster, more expensive (7–15 days)
• Sea: slower, cheaper per kg (45–60 days)
• Express: documents in 3–5 days, flat rate

3. Declared value

The balikbayan box exemption allows you to ship up to PHP 150,000 (~€2,500) with no customs fees. If you exceed that, the Philippines charges taxes (not us).

4. Special content

• Expensive electronics → may require special declaration
• Liquids (perfumes, sprays) → prohibited in air cargo
• Processed food (ham, cured meats) → allowed
• Prescription medicines → up to 3-month supply

Here's the complete list of what can go in a balikbayan box.

Air or sea: which is right for me?

It depends on how urgent it is and how much it weighs.

Choose air if:

• You need it there in under 3 weeks
• You're sending less than 20 kg
• You're shipping gifts for birthdays, Christmas, or specific events
• Speed matters more than saving €50

Choose sea if:

• You can wait 6–8 weeks
• You're sending a big box (clothes, kitchenware, lots of gifts)
• You want the lowest price per kg
• There's no deadline

Simple rule: for under 15 kg, air is usually worth it. For over 30 kg with no rush, sea always wins.

How to save money on your shipment

1. Bundle shipments. One 20 kg box is €9/kg; two 10 kg boxes are €12/kg. Sending one big box is almost always cheaper.

2. Choose sea for clothes and kitchenware. If there's no rush, a jumbo sea box (€200) can carry 40–50 kg of clothes. Impossible to match with air.

3. Take advantage of the balikbayan box exemption. Below PHP 150,000 (~€2,500) you don't pay a single euro in Philippine customs.

4. Pack well yourself. We review and reinforce if needed, but if your box already arrives well sealed you save on packaging costs.

5. Ask before packing. Some small items can mean big costs (liquids, new electronics without receipt). A quick WhatsApp saves you surprises.

FAQs about Philippines shipping prices

Does the price include home delivery in the Philippines?

Yes. All our rates include final delivery to the recipient's address in any province in the country. No one has to pick anything up in Manila.

Are there customs fees the recipient has to pay?

Within the balikbayan box exemption (up to PHP 150,000 ~ €2,500) there are no customs fees. Above that, the taxes are charged by the Bureau of Customs to the recipient — not by us.

What happens if the box is lost or damaged?

We work with international carriers and transit insurance is included in every shipment. If there's an issue, we handle the claim with you and coverage goes up to the declared value.

Can I send multiple shipments in the same box?

Yes. You can consolidate gifts for several people in one box. The primary recipient distributes locally. That's what most of our Christmas clients do.

Do you offer promotions or discounts?

We offer special prices for recurring shipments (more than 4 per year) and for volume (over 30 kg). If you ship regularly, ask — we can lock in a fixed rate.

Ready to ship: get your exact quote

This table gives you a very close estimate of what you'll pay, but the final price depends on exact weight, destination province, and content type.

To get the closed price with no surprises, request a quote:

• Get your online quote — response within 24 hours
• Visit us at Carrer Pelai 9, 08001 Barcelona (no appointment needed)
• WhatsApp us at +34 626 78 54 28

We answer in Spanish, English, and Filipino.