When air freight makes sense
If a car needs to be here by a certain date, or it is valuable enough that you want the shortest possible journey, flying it is the answer. Timings depend on when planes are flying the route and how busy it is.
It is a niche part of car transport, so we always suggest a chat first so we can tell you what is realistic.
What happens
Once you have your quote and decide to go ahead, we send you a short list of what happens next and anything you need to do.
The car needs a low fuel level and must not be leaking anything. We arrange collection to the airport, the export customs work, and the unloading and UK customs clearance when it lands. There are a few more steps in the background, and we deal with those on your behalf.
Common routes
You can fly a car from almost anywhere. The route we handle most is the UAE to the UK, and our partners can get a car onto a plane from most places in the world.
What it costs
Weight, distance, timescale and admin fees all play a part, and prices move with wider economic factors too. It is a substantial cost, so we price every air freight job individually.
It is the quickest way by a distance, but it is rarely the cheapest, which is why most people choose a container.
Questions people ask
How long does air freight take?
Days rather than weeks on most routes, depending on when planes are flying and how busy the route is.
What route do you fly most?
The UAE to the UK, and our partners can get a car onto a plane from most places in the world.
How should the car be prepared?
It needs a low fuel level and must not be leaking anything. We send you a short list of what to do once you go ahead.
