Shipping methods for parcels, express, freight and returns
Whether national parcel shipping, Europe-wide delivery, express shipping, freight forwarding or international shipment with customs: With Paket International, business customers can centrally manage different shipping methods via one platform.
Centrally manage shipping methods
- Shipping nationally, across Europe and internationally
- Map parcel, express, economy and freight shipping
- Centrally manage shipping labels, tracking, and status data
- Prepare customs documents only where they are needed.
Packages
Standardized shipments for shops and businesses
Express
Prioritized delivery times for urgent shipments
Fracht
Pallets, heavy goods and bulky goods
Europe
EU-wide shipping without traditional customs clearance
10.000+
Shipments / Month
220+
Countries worldwide
< 2 seconds
per label
Up to 80%
günstiger
Checkout-ready
for international orders
DDP / DAP
directly controllable
Carrier selection
including price & duration
More transparency
for dealers & customers
"Exporting knives has never been easy and it won't get any easier. Paket International takes a huge amount of work off our hands. It's great, simple and above all, inexpensive."
Hendrik Aryus – Puma Knives
The right shipping method for every shipment
Not every shipment requires the same shipping solution. Weight, dimensions, transit time, destination country, value of goods, and delivery requirements determine which shipping method is most suitable.
National parcel shipping
For shipments within Germany: fast, standardized and ideal for online shops, spare parts, documents with value and regular business customer shipments.
Europe-wide shipping
For deliveries within Europe and the EU. Particularly relevant for retailers and companies serving multiple European markets.
International Shipping
For shipments to third countries such as Switzerland, USA, UK or Canada – including customs documents, DDP/DAP and import duties.
Express Shipping
For time-critical shipments with prioritized transit times. Suitable for spare parts, important customer orders, and fast international delivery.
Economy shipping
For scheduled shipments where shipping costs are more important than the fastest delivery. Ideal for standard packages and regular deliveries.
Freight and forwarding shipping
For pallets, heavy goods, machinery, bulky goods and larger B2B deliveries that can no longer be transported sensibly by parcel.
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Compare shipping methods
The appropriate shipping method depends on the delivery time, type of goods, size, weight and destination region.
| Shipping method | Suitable for | Benefits | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parcel Shipping | Standard packages, shops, samples | Simple processing and good cost control | Ideal for regular shipments |
| Express | Time-sensitive broadcasts | Fast runtime | Prioritized delivery |
| Economy | Standard and bulk shipments | Affordable shipping | Longer run times possible |
| Europe shipping | EU-wide trade | Easy shipping within Europe | Often without standard customs clearance |
| Europe shipping | Third countries worldwide | Global delivery | Customs duties and import taxes are relevant |
| Freight shipping | Pallets and heavy goods | Suitable for large shipments | Freight forwarding and transport planning required |
Combining shipping methods with platform logic
Shipping methods don't end with the label. Business customers need a complete process from data transmission to tracking feedback.
1
Transfer data
Automatically import shipping data from shop, ERP or WMS.
2
Choose shipping method
Select the appropriate shipping method for your shipment: Parcel, Express, Economy or Freight.
3
Create label
Automatically generate shipping labels, tracking data and, if required, customs documents.
4
Restore status
Return tracking numbers and shipping status to the shop or ERP system.
FAQ about affordable DHL shipping
What shipping methods are available?
The most important shipping methods include parcel shipping, express shipping, economy shipping, freight shipping, forwarding shipping, as well as national, Europe-wide and international shipping solutions.
Which shipping method is the cheapest?
Economy shipping is usually cheaper than express shipping. For large or heavy shipments, freight shipping may be more economical.
When do I need freight shipping?
Freight shipping is suitable for pallets, bulky goods, machinery or shipments that are too large or heavy for traditional parcel shipping.
What is the difference between European and international shipping?
For shipments within the EU, standard customs documents are usually not required. However, for shipments to non-EU countries, customs information and import duties become relevant.
Can shipping methods be controlled automatically?
Yes. Shipping methods can be automatically selected depending on the destination region, order value, weight, or transit time.