Why are you moving? Is it for work or school? I had a similar experience two years ago, only from Perth to Cork, and I’ll be honest with you: it’s really hard on your wallet. When I first got the shipping quote, I thought that would be the total cost. But in the end, the price turned out to be reasonable. The price depends on a lot of factors. First, there’s the base rate, which is calculated according to the volume of your shipment (LCL if you don’t have a full container). Then there’s a fuel surcharge on top of that, which fluctuates weekly with ocean carriers. Finally, there are the port fees. I booked
shipping Australia to Ireland with GetTransport, choosing sea freight as it’s cheaper, and I was generally satisfied. What I didn’t like was how the Australians packed it: they charged a lot for special materials, but they just wrapped it in cling film. I had to fight a bit for compensation. Have you estimated the total weight yet? What are your plans – sea or air?