Air freight

Air freight forwarding from Vienna, worldwide

When goods have to arrive quickly, air freight is usually the right choice. DTA Logistics organises air freight export and import for companies worldwide, from pickup at the shipper to delivery at the consignee.

Cargo pallet on a dolly in front of a cargo aircraft

When air freight makes sense

Air freight is the fastest way to move goods over long distances. It is a good fit for urgent shipments, high-value goods, spare parts that stop a production line, samples and goods with a short shelf life. For large, heavy shipments without time pressure, sea freight is usually much cheaper. If you are unsure, we compare both options for your shipment.

Express air freight

For shipments that cannot wait, we arrange express solutions with the fastest available connection. Tell us your deadline when you request a quote.

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How your air freight shipment works

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Pickup at the shipper and transport to the departure airport

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Export customs clearance and air waybill (AWB)

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Flight to the destination airport

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Import customs clearance

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Delivery to the consignee

What affects price and transit time

Chargeable weight

Airlines charge by actual weight or by volumetric weight, whichever is higher. Light but bulky goods are therefore charged by their size. Accurate dimensions help us quote correctly.

Route and connection

Direct flights are faster, connections with transfers can be cheaper.

Urgency

Express costs more than standard air freight.

Type of goods

Some goods need special handling or documents. Tell us what you ship.

What we need for a quote

Pickup address and delivery address

Number of packages, weight and dimensions of each package

Description of the goods

Incoterm (for example EXW, FCA, DAP)

Desired pickup date or delivery deadline

Documents

For air freight you usually need a commercial invoice and a packing list. We prepare the air waybill and, depending on the route, further export and import documents.

Frequently asked questions

How is the price for air freight calculated?

Based on the chargeable weight, which is the higher of actual weight and volumetric weight, plus the route and service level. Additional costs such as pickup, customs clearance and delivery depend on what the shipment needs.

Can you ship express?

Yes. Tell us your deadline and we look for the fastest available option.

Do you handle import and export?

Yes, both, including customs clearance.

What if I don't know the exact dimensions yet?

Send us your best estimate. We will quote based on it and adjust once the final dimensions are known.

Request an air freight quote

The online form is the fastest way. It asks for everything we need.

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