🇬🇧London→🇩🇪Frankfurt
760 km
Approx. road distance
2–3 business days
Estimated delivery time
From £11
Starting price for small parcels
Overview: shipping from London to Frankfurt
London to Frankfurt is a critical B2B corridor — connecting the UK's financial centre with Germany's banking and logistics hub. Post-Brexit customs apply to all shipments. Frankfurt is home to major banks, trade fairs (Messe Frankfurt), and DHL's European hub at Frankfurt Airport. CargoSender compares all carriers for the fastest and most cost-effective Frankfurt delivery.
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The London → Frankfurt route at a glance
DHL hub advantage
Frankfurt is DHL's main European air hub — DHL is particularly competitive on this route.
Multiple carrier options
Compare DHL, UPS, FedEx, DPD and GLS side by side for this route.
Real-time tracking
Follow your parcel from London to Frankfurt with live scan-by-scan updates.
Customs handled
UK export and German import customs declarations managed by your carrier.
Why ship from London to Frankfurt with CargoSender
CargoSender gives you instant access to live rates from DHL, UPS, FedEx, DPD, GLS, and more for every shipment leaving London for Frankfurt. Frankfurt Airport is DHL's main European hub — making DHL particularly competitive on this route. All bookings include door-to-door collection, full tracking, and UK export plus German import customs management.
What people send from London to Frankfurt
Financial & legal documents
Contracts, banking documents and legal paperwork between London and Frankfurt's financial districts.
Trade fair samples & marketing materials
Samples and materials for Messe Frankfurt trade shows — plan customs clearance time.
E-commerce shipments
Online orders from London sellers to German customers.
Business freight & pallets
Commercial consignments between UK and Frankfurt businesses.
How to send a parcel from London to Frankfurt
4 simple steps from quote to doorstep delivery.
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Get an instant quote
Enter your parcel dimensions, weight, and addresses to see live rates from multiple carriers.
2
Choose your service
Pick the courier and speed that fits your budget and deadline.
3
Schedule collection
Book a pickup time from your London address — your courier comes to you.
4
Track to delivery
Follow your parcel in real time from London all the way to Frankfurt.
What affects the price?
Your quote is calculated instantly based on these factors. Enter your shipment details to get your exact price.
Weight & Volumetric Size
Price is based on the greater of actual weight (kg) or volumetric weight (L×W×H ÷ 5,000). Large, light boxes may cost more.
Route Distance
Longer routes and remote postcodes attract higher rates. High-volume city corridors are the most competitively priced.
Service Level
Economy (3–7 days) is cheapest. Express (1–2 days) costs more but guarantees faster pickup and delivery.
Fuel & Remote Surcharges
Carriers apply monthly fuel surcharges. Remote-area surcharges apply outside main coverage zones.
Customs & Import Duties
For non-EU routes, import duties may apply on arrival. These can be pre-paid at checkout to avoid delays.
Delivery timeline
From booking to delivery — here is what happens at each stage of your shipment.
1
Day 1
Book & Collect
Place your order online. Our courier collects from your door on the same or next working day.
2
Day 1
Processing & Dispatch
Your parcel is weighed, scanned, and inducted into the carrier network within hours of collection.
3
2–3 business days
In Transit
Your shipment travels via the carrier hub network. Track every scan in real time on your phone.
4
Arrival
Delivered
Courier delivers to the recipient's door. You receive an instant delivery confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
How long does shipping from London to Frankfurt take?
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2–3 business days depending on carrier and service. DHL Express can reach Frankfurt next business day from London given DHL's Frankfurt hub.
Do I need customs documents for London to Frankfurt?
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Yes — post-Brexit, all UK-to-Germany shipments require a commercial invoice with HS codes. Your carrier manages UK export and German import declarations.
Which carrier is best from London to Frankfurt?
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DHL Express is particularly competitive as Frankfurt Airport is DHL's European hub. UPS and FedEx are also strong for this B2B corridor. Compare all on CargoSender.
How much does it cost to ship from London to Frankfurt?
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Small parcels start from around £11. Compare live rates from all carriers on CargoSender for your exact parcel size.
Can I ship trade fair materials from London to Frankfurt?
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Yes, but plan extra time — Messe Frankfurt shows attract high customs volumes. Ship at least 5–7 days before the event to allow for German customs clearance.
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