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International air freight rates: Influencing factors and types of charges
What is international air transport?
Air transport is a form of transportation using aircraft to transport goods. Goods will be carried by cargo aircraft (Cargo Aircraft or Freighter) or carried in the belly of a civil aircraft (Passenger Plane). This is a young type of transport, newly developed in the early years of the 20th century.
Goods transported by air account for a small proportion of the total weight of internationally transported goods (less than 0.5%). However, air transport accounts for about 30% in value. Transporting goods by air usually includes Express delivery (Air Express) and Air Cargo (air cargo).
Factors affecting international freight rates
High or low international air freight rates will depend on the following factors:
- Shipping method: Each air transport method has different freight rates. For example, if a business needs to transport goods urgently, it must use express air transport service, the cost of which is higher than normal transport.
- Type of goods: Most goods transported by air are high-value goods. Depending on the nature of the goods, they must be carefully packaged and arranged in appropriate compartments to ensure no damage, so freight charges will also increase.
- Transport airline: Each airline will have a different fare table and fee calculation method. Businesses should contact the airline to get advice on fares and choose a shipping unit that suits their financial ability.
International air freight charges
When sending goods internationally, shipping costs are a factor that cannot be ignored. Air freight is the amount of money paid for the transportation of a shipment and services related to transportation by plane. Freight or freight rate (rate) is the amount of money that the carrier collects per unit volume of goods transported. The applicable freight rate is the rate stated in the freight tariff effective on the date of issuance of the bill of lading.
Types of international air freight charges
| Normal rate (Normal rate) |
Is the non-preferential rate, calculated for shipments without discounts from the carrier. |
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Minimum Rate (Minimum Rate – MR) |
Is the lowest fee payable to the carrier |
| Cargo rate (GCR) |
This is the basic freight rate, calculated for shipments that do not enjoy any incentives or discounts from the carrier |
| Cargo rate |
Applicable to goods that have been classified into certain groups, such as valuable goods (gold, silver, etc., with rates = 200% compared to department store rates), live animals (= 150% % compared to department store fees), books, newspapers, luggage... (= 50% compared to department store fees) |
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Goods are prioritized for faster delivery, so freight charges are often 30-40% higher, making them the most expensive of all air freight charges. |
| Container rate |
Apply lower rates for goods packed in air containers (different from sea containers) |
In addition to paying air freight, shippers also have to pay a number of other surcharges such as: DO, Handling fee, Booking fee and other fees,...
>>See more: What surcharges are included in air transportation?
How to calculate international air freight shipping charges
Calculation formula The formula for calculating international air freight rates complies with the regulations of IATA (International Air Transport Association) as follows:
Air freight = Unit fare x Charge volume
Rate:
The freight rate is the amount of money you have to pay for each volume of goods (for example, 3 USD/kg). Depending on the shipping airline you choose, there will be different rates depending on the volume of goods.
Chargable Weight:
The billable weight is the actual weight after weighing the goods or the measured volumetric weight of the shipment, whichever is greater. Specifically:
- Actual Weight of the goods (Actual Weight – AW). For example, let's say the shipment weighs 300kg;
- Volumetric weight, also known as dimensional weight (Volume / Volumetric / Dimensional Weight - DW) is converted from the volume of the shipment according to a formula prescribed by the International Air Transport Association - IATA. For volume measurements in cubic centimeters (if the measurement unit is in inches or pounds, the formula is slightly different), the formula is:
Volume by volume = Cargo volume: 6000
Cargo volume (cubic meters) = Length x Width x Height (Note: Length, Width, Height are converted into Meters)
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Items can be shipped internationally by air
Types of goods commonly transported by plane include:
- Animal goods: Including pets, live animals such as birds, fish, dogs, cats, etc. Tropical conditions and the fast transport speed of the plane help ensure the safety of these items;
- Medical and pharmaceutical goods, cosmetics: Medicines, vaccines, medical chemicals and other medical products often need to be transported quickly to meet urgent needs and maintain product properties;
- Fresh goods: Fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh seafood, fresh flowers, ornamental plants and frozen products are often transported by plane to maintain quality and ensure quick delivery to consumers;
- High-value goods: Gems, diamonds, banknotes and high-value branded products are often transported by plane to ensure speed and safety;
- Sample cargo: Merchandise samples, test goods, and material and seed samples are often transported by plane to ensure quick and reliable arrival;
- Ultra-light and compact goods: Goods that are light in weight and small in size are often transported by plane to save time and transportation costs;
- Technology products: Phones, computers, electronic components and other technology products are often transported by plane due to urgency and the need for fast delivery time;
- Send clothing, fashion accessories, shoes, hats, etc.;
- Agricultural and forestry food products: Bird's nest, candy, jam, dried fruits, cereals, beef jerky...
does international air freight cost , whether it is expensive or cheap, what fees/surcharges are included, etc. are the contents that have been answered by Proship Logistics. Accordingly, if you want to choose a method of transporting goods by plane from Vietnam to abroad, you should refer to the formula to calculate flexible shipping costs. When you need to use cheap road, rail, and sea freight services at Proship, contact 0909 344 247 for a quote and direct advice.
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