Air cargo for time-sensitive shipments
When speed matters more than cost, air is the fastest way to move goods over long distances. Tell us what you need to send and when, and we will explain what we can do.
- Mode
- Air freight
- Suited to
- Time-sensitive shipments
- Enquiry
- Form, phone or email
- Terms
- Confirmed per enquiry
Air cargo is for the shipments that can’t wait.
This page explains when air freight makes sense and what to tell us when you enquire.
We don’t state airlines, airports or transit times here. They depend on the shipment and are confirmed in a quotation.
When air cargo makes sense
- Urgent replacement partsA component has stopped a machine or a production line.
- Fixed-date deliveriesGoods that must arrive by a launch, event or deadline.
- High-value or light goodsFreight cost is small compared with the value of what is moved.
- Stock shortagesA retailer or distributor is running out of a fast-selling line.
How an air shipment is planned
Air freight is priced and planned around weight and volume, and airlines set limits on size and on what they will carry. That is why we ask for exact dimensions and a clear description of the goods early.
If your goods are heavy and not urgent, ocean freight may be a better fit.
What to include in your request
Details first, quote second.
- Origin and destinationAirport or city at each end.
- Cargo descriptionWhat the goods are.
- Pieces, dimensions and weightFor each item.
- Ready date and required arrivalSo we can judge what is realistic.
- PackagingBoxed, palletised or crated.
- Restricted itemsBatteries, liquids or hazardous goods: tell us at the start.
- Collection and receivingWho handles each end.
How to start
Send the details
Use the form on this page, call, or email.
We reply
The team comes back with questions or a quotation.
You decide
Go ahead, or change the plan.
If it has to be there fast, tell us early.
Call +44 (0)788 888 0222 or send the form below.
Ready to talk about your delivery?
Send the details and the team will tell you what can be done.
Questions and answers
Can’t see your question? Call or email and we will help.
Air is the fastest mode in general, but timings depend on the route and are confirmed in your quotation. This site doesn’t state guaranteed transit times.
Not described on this site. Tell us what the goods are when you enquire and we will confirm whether we can help.
This page doesn’t promise customs services. Ask when you enquire and we will confirm what is and isn’t included.
It depends on the route, weight and volume of the shipment. A quotation is based on the details you send.
Send an enquiry
Tell us about your air cargo requirement
Give us as much detail as you can. We reply by phone or email, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM.
- Telephone
- +44 (0)161 669 1656
- Mobile
- +44 (0)788 888 0222