Air Freight Services Express & Consolidated

Air freight is ideal when time is critical — high-value goods, urgent restocks, perishables, or samples with a deadline. While 5–10x more expensive than ocean per kg, air freight cuts transit from weeks to days (e.g., Asia to USA in 3–5 days). We help you analyze the cost-benefit for your specific shipment.

Most commercial cargo can be shipped by air. Restricted items include lithium batteries above certain watt-hours, flammable liquids, and other IATA-classified dangerous goods — these require special handling and documentation which we manage for you.

Air freight is priced on either actual weight or volumetric weight (chargeable weight), whichever is higher. Volumetric weight = L × W × H (cm) ÷ 6000. We provide all-in rate quotes including airline surcharges, fuel, security, and handling fees — no hidden costs.

Standard air freight from major Chinese airports (PVG, SZX, CAN) to US gateways (JFK, LAX, MIA) is 3–5 business days door-to-door, including customs clearance. Express services (express couriers + air) can deliver in 2–3 days.

Yes. For oversize cargo, full aircraft charters, or time-critical shipments exceeding standard capacity, we arrange dedicated charter solutions globally. Our team handles aircraft selection, loading coordination, and expedited customs clearance.

Air freight typically takes 1-5 days for international shipments compared to 15-45 days by ocean. Door-to-door transit from China to the USA, for example, averages 3-5 business days by air versus 25-35 days by sea. Air is ideal for time-sensitive, high-value, or perishable goods.

There is no strict maximum weight for air freight — it depends on the aircraft type and airline capacity. Standard freighter aircraft can carry individual pieces up to 5,000 kg. For extremely heavy items, charter flights can accommodate loads exceeding 100 tons. We help determine the most efficient aircraft for your cargo.

Yes, dangerous goods (DG) can be shipped by air following strict IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations. Proper classification, packaging, labeling, and documentation are required. Suaid Global has certified DG specialists who ensure full compliance and handle all regulatory requirements.

Air freight requires an Air Waybill (AWB), Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and depending on the commodity, additional documents such as Certificate of Origin, MSDS for chemicals, phytosanitary certificates, or FDA prior notice for food products. Our team prepares all documentation to ensure smooth clearance.

Air freight rates are based on chargeable weight, which is the higher of actual gross weight or volumetric weight. Volumetric weight is calculated as Length × Width × Height (cm) ÷ 6000. Rates also vary by lane, carrier, service level (standard, express, or charter), and current market conditions.